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Head-to-head · Gym Staff Scheduling Software

Deputy vs Homebase

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
Higher score Deputy #1 in Gym Staff Scheduling Software 9.4/10 31-day trial Free trial✓ 1 of 5 features Visit Deputy
Homebase #5 in Gym Staff Scheduling Software 9.0/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 1 of 5 features Visit Homebase

Deputy leads on 1 check, Homebase on 1, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreDeputy · 9.4/10
  • Lowest starting priceDeputy · $5/user/mo
  • Free planonly Homebase
  • Free trialboth

Deputy scores higher on our rubric for gym staff scheduling software: 9.4 against 9.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #5.

Homebase offers free plan; Deputy doesn't. Deputy is cheaper to start at $5/mo against $30/mo.

Deputy is the better fit for teams needing powerful, low-cost scheduling. Homebase is the better fit for multi-location gyms wanting free scheduling.

  • Deputy fits best

    Teams needing powerful, low-cost scheduling

  • Homebase fits best

    Multi-location gyms wanting free scheduling

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Side by side

Feature Deputy 9.4/10 Visit ↗ Homebase 9.0/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 9.0
Ranking #1 in Gym Staff Scheduling Software #5 in Gym Staff Scheduling Software
Best for Teams needing powerful, low-cost scheduling Multi-location gyms wanting free scheduling
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $5/user/mo (best) $30/mo
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial 31 days 14 days
Free trial length 31 days · no card needed 14 days · no card needed
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS
Support Email, Live chat, Tickets, Docs · 24/7 Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs · 24/7
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, 2FA SOC 2, PCI DSS
Integrations 11 integrations 17 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market
Features Deputy 1/5 · Homebase 1/5
Availability management Not checked yet Not checked yet
Shift swaps ✓ ✓
Trainer scheduling Not checked yet Not checked yet
Multi-location scheduling Not checked yet Not checked yet
Built-in time clock Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Staff limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • AI auto-scheduling considers budgets, breaks, training, and hours
  • Open shifts, swaps, availability, and leave support daily staffing changes
  • Web, iOS, Android, API, payroll, HR, and POS integrations
  • Free Basic plan with scheduling and workforce features
  • AI scheduling, templates, conflict detection, and forecasting
  • Web, iOS, and Android apps with 15 listed integrations
Cons
  • There is no free plan
  • Advanced controls and features require higher-priced tiers
  • Monthly per-user pricing can grow with team size
  • Paid plans are priced per location, which scales with site count
  • The broad workforce feature set may exceed simple scheduling needs
  • The listed paid rates require annual billing
Our verdict

Deputy is workforce management software for businesses with shift-based teams, making it a fit for gyms coordinating instructors, front-desk staff, trainers, and other hourly employees. Managers can build schedules with drag-and-drop…

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Homebase is workforce management software for hourly, shift-based teams, including gyms and other small businesses. It brings scheduling, availability collection, time-off management, open-shift coverage, shift swaps, time tracking, team…

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  1. DeputyGym Staff Scheduling Software 9.431-day trial
  2. HomebaseGym Staff Scheduling Software 9.0Free plan · 14-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Deputy — where it wins

    • AI auto-scheduling considers budgets, breaks, training, and hours
    • Open shifts, swaps, availability, and leave support daily staffing changes
    • Web, iOS, Android, API, payroll, HR, and POS integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • There is no free plan
    • Advanced controls and features require higher-priced tiers
    • Monthly per-user pricing can grow with team size

  • Homebase — where it wins

    • Free Basic plan with scheduling and workforce features
    • AI scheduling, templates, conflict detection, and forecasting
    • Web, iOS, and Android apps with 15 listed integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Paid plans are priced per location, which scales with site count
    • The broad workforce feature set may exceed simple scheduling needs
    • The listed paid rates require annual billing
  • Deputy9.4/10 · 31-day trial

    A capable gym scheduling system with AI automation, mobile access, and paid-only plans.

    Visit DeputyFull verdict →
  • Homebase9.0/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    Flexible scheduling for multi-location gyms, with a free tier and AI-assisted planning.

    Visit HomebaseFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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