Alternatives · Shift Scheduling
OnShift alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best OnShift alternative for most people is Connecteam (3.2 GPA), second in our ranking of shift scheduling apps. It's also the best free one.
OnShift compared with 9 alternatives: SmartLinx, symplr Workforce, Humanforce, Legion, Connecteam and 4 more.
OnShift's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. 1 of the 9 alternatives is free or has a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| OnShiftThis tool | Paid | No | Web |
| SmartLinx | Paid | No | Web, iOS, Android |
| symplr Workforce | Paid | No | Web |
| Humanforce | Paid | No | Web |
| Legion | Paid | No | Web |
| Connecteam | Free plan · from $29/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Nursegrid | Free trial · from $5/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Rotamaster | Paid | No | Web |
| ShiftWizard | Paid | No | Web |
| Snap Schedule | Free trial · from $450/yr | Trial only | Web |
How each one differs from OnShift
SmartLinx
Census-driven staff scheduling for senior care facilities
- SmartLinx also lists iOS and Android apps.
- SmartLinx also covers payroll, time clock and time off.
- SmartLinx does not cover applicant tracking, which OnShift does.
Suits: Skilled nursing and assisted living operators scheduling by census
symplr Workforce
Nurse scheduling and healthcare timekeeping for health systems
- symplr Workforce also covers time clock and time off.
- symplr Workforce does not cover applicant tracking, which OnShift does.
Suits: Hospitals and health systems scheduling nurses and clinical staff
Humanforce
Workforce management, HR and payroll suite for frontline teams
- Humanforce also covers payroll, time clock and employee records.
- Humanforce does not cover reports, which OnShift does.
Suits: Larger organizations with complex awards or agreements
Legion
Enterprise workforce management with AI schedule optimization
- Legion also covers time clock and time off.
- Legion does not cover applicant tracking, which OnShift does.
Suits: Large retail, grocery, restaurant and healthcare chains with many locations
Connecteam
Employee app for shifts, time clock, chat and HR, free up to 10 users
- Connecteam starts at $29 per month for up to 30 users, billed annually (Operations Basic).
- Connecteam has a free plan, which OnShift lacks.
- Connecteam also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Connecteam also covers auto-scheduling, forms, team chat, time clock and time off.
- Connecteam does not cover reports and applicant tracking, which OnShift does.
Suits: Businesses with up to 10 staff that want a free all-in-one employee app
Nursegrid
Shift scheduling for care teams, tied to a mobile app for nurses
- Nursegrid starts at $5 per staff member / month.
- Nursegrid also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Nursegrid also covers calendar.
- Nursegrid does not cover reports and applicant tracking, which OnShift does.
Suits: Hospital departments, clinics and surgery centers replacing spreadsheets
Rotamaster
UK healthcare and care rostering with staff banks and clocking
- Rotamaster also covers payroll, time clock, employee records and time off.
- Rotamaster does not cover reports and applicant tracking, which OnShift does.
Suits: NHS trusts, GP practices and primary care networks running rotas
ShiftWizard
Healthcare staff scheduling with self-scheduling and shift swaps
- ShiftWizard also covers dashboards.
- ShiftWizard does not cover applicant tracking, which OnShift does.
Suits: Hospitals and health systems scheduling nurses and clinical staff
Snap Schedule
Employee scheduling with automated callouts for shift-based agencies
- Snap Schedule starts at $450 per scheduler / year.
- Snap Schedule also covers time clock and time off.
- Snap Schedule does not cover applicant tracking, which OnShift does.
Suits: Utilities, public safety and long-term care operations
Limits worth knowing in OnShift
- No prices are published; the site routes visitors to a demo request.
- It is built only for long-term post-acute care and senior living, not retail or restaurants.
- Payroll and HRIS are offered through partner integrations rather than as standalone OnShift products.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to OnShift?
The alternatives to OnShift in this directory are SmartLinx, symplr Workforce, Humanforce, Legion, Connecteam, Nursegrid, Rotamaster, ShiftWizard and Snap Schedule. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with OnShift.
Is there a free alternative to OnShift?
Yes. Connecteam has a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which OnShift alternatives work on Android?
The OnShift listing does not include an Android app. SmartLinx, Connecteam and Nursegrid list one.
Which OnShift alternatives work on iOS?
The OnShift listing does not include an iOS app. SmartLinx, Connecteam and Nursegrid list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 18, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.