Alternatives · Shift Scheduling
ShiftWizard alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded ShiftWizard alternative is Nursegrid (2.2 GPA).
ShiftWizard compared with 4 alternatives: Nursegrid, OnShift, symplr Workforce and SmartLinx.
ShiftWizard's current pricing could not be confirmed from its own site. None of the alternatives has a free plan. One more offers 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ShiftWizardThis tool | Paid | No | Web |
| Nursegrid | Free trial · from $5/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| OnShift | Paid | No | Web |
| symplr Workforce | Paid | No | Web |
| SmartLinx | Paid | No | Web, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from ShiftWizard
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 dashboards, which ShiftWizard does.
Suits: Hospital departments, clinics and surgery centers replacing spreadsheets
OnShift
Staff scheduling and hiring software for senior care providers
- OnShift also covers applicant tracking.
- OnShift does not cover dashboards, which ShiftWizard does.
Suits: Nursing homes and senior living communities with open-shift problems
symplr Workforce
Nurse scheduling and healthcare timekeeping for health systems
- symplr Workforce also covers time clock and time off.
- symplr Workforce does not cover dashboards, which ShiftWizard does.
Suits: Hospitals and health systems scheduling nurses and clinical staff
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 dashboards, which ShiftWizard does.
Suits: Skilled nursing and assisted living operators scheduling by census
Limits worth knowing in ShiftWizard
- No pricing is published; the page offers a demo request only.
- ShiftWizard is one product in the HealthStream catalog, and its page is hosted on healthstream.com.
- Built for healthcare staffing, so it is a narrow fit for retail or restaurant rosters.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to ShiftWizard?
The alternatives to ShiftWizard in this directory are Nursegrid, OnShift, symplr Workforce and SmartLinx. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with ShiftWizard.
Is there a free alternative to ShiftWizard?
None of the alternatives listed here has a free plan. Nursegrid offers a free trial.
Which ShiftWizard alternatives work on Android?
The ShiftWizard listing does not include an Android app. Nursegrid and SmartLinx list one.
Which ShiftWizard alternatives work on iOS?
The ShiftWizard listing does not include an iOS app. Nursegrid and SmartLinx list one.
When were these prices checked?
Every listing on this page was checked on Nov 13, 2026, against the pages it cites. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.