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Head-to-head · Shift Scheduling

OnShift vs Deputy

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
OnShift #7 in Shift Scheduling 6.9/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 4 features Visit OnShift
Deputy #8 in Shift Scheduling 6.9/10 From $5/user/mo · 31-day trial ✓ 2 of 4 features Visit Deputy

OnShift leads on 0 checks, Deputy on 2, 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

  • Most featuresDeputy · 2 of 4

OnShift and Deputy score identically on our rubric (6.9 out of 10) for shift scheduling; OnShift sits at #7 and Deputy at #8 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.

Deputy offers shift swaps; OnShift doesn't publish it. Deputy offers auto-scheduling; OnShift doesn't publish it.

OnShift is the better fit for healthcare employers coordinating shift coverage. Deputy is the better fit for businesses wanting scheduling and time tracking together.

  • OnShift fits best

    Healthcare employers coordinating shift coverage

  • Deputy fits best

    Businesses wanting scheduling and time tracking together

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Side by side

Feature OnShift 6.9/10 Visit ↗ Deputy 6.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 6.9 6.9
Ranking #7 in Shift Scheduling #8 in Shift Scheduling
Best for Healthcare employers coordinating shift coverage Businesses wanting scheduling and time tracking together
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Not published $5/user/mo
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs · 24/7 Email, Live chat, Tickets, Docs · 24/7
Compliance GDPR SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, 2FA
Integrations 70+ integrations 11 integrations
Built for Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features OnShift 0/4 · Deputy 2/4
Shift swaps Not published ✓ (best)
Availability management Not published Not published
Auto-scheduling Not published ✓ (best)
Payroll integrations Not published Not published
Specs
Mobile apps Not published Not published
Locations Not published Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Employees can self-schedule, request open shifts and swap shifts.
  • Staffing requirements, call-offs and overtime warnings support coverage planning.
  • Integrates with HR, payroll, time-and-attendance and clinical systems.
  • Auto-scheduling considers business needs and staff availability.
  • Open shifts, swaps, and availability tools help manage shift coverage.
  • Includes time tracking and payroll, HR, and POS integrations.
Cons
  • Plan pricing is not public; purchase requires contacting sales.
  • Its focus on long-term, post-acute and senior-living care may not suit other sectors.
  • No free plan is offered.
  • There is no free plan.
  • Advanced scheduling and auto-scheduling start with the $6.50 Core plan.
  • Custom access levels and single sign-on require the $9 Pro plan.
Our verdict

OnShift is cloud workforce-management software for long-term, post-acute and senior-living organizations. Its Schedule X product is aimed at healthcare employers coordinating shift coverage, especially mid-market and enterprise teams…

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Deputy brings scheduling and time tracking together for businesses with shift-based teams. It is aimed at small businesses through enterprise organizations, including single- and multi-location operations. Managers can use availability,…

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  1. OnShiftShift Scheduling 6.9Pricing on request
  2. DeputyShift Scheduling 6.9From $5/user/mo · 31-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • OnShift — where it wins

    • Employees can self-schedule, request open shifts and swap shifts.
    • Staffing requirements, call-offs and overtime warnings support coverage planning.
    • Integrates with HR, payroll, time-and-attendance and clinical systems.

    Where it doesn't

    • Plan pricing is not public; purchase requires contacting sales.
    • Its focus on long-term, post-acute and senior-living care may not suit other sectors.
    • No free plan is offered.

  • Deputy — where it wins

    • Auto-scheduling considers business needs and staff availability.
    • Open shifts, swaps, and availability tools help manage shift coverage.
    • Includes time tracking and payroll, HR, and POS integrations.

    Where it doesn't

    • There is no free plan.
    • Advanced scheduling and auto-scheduling start with the $6.50 Core plan.
    • Custom access levels and single sign-on require the $9 Pro plan.
  • OnShift6.9/10 · Pricing on request

    A healthcare-focused scheduling platform with self-service coverage tools and payroll integrations.

    Visit OnShiftFull verdict →
  • Deputy6.9/10 · From $5/user/mo · 31-day trial

    Scheduling, time tracking, and shift coverage start at $5 per user monthly.

    Visit DeputyFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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