ShiftExec
ShiftExec: A configurable scheduler for teams that want to manage shifts on their own website. Ranked #25 of 26 in Shift Scheduling by our editors (6.7/10); pricing: Free plan; best for small teams needing self-hosted schedule tracking.
At a glance
- Editor score6.7 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forSmall teams needing self-hosted schedule tracking
- Free planYes
- Paid from$59/site one-time
- Facts checked24 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Flags overlapping shifts and time off during assignment
- Exports schedules in CSV, JSON, and iCal formats
- Tracks time off, schedule changes, and reports
Where it doesn't
- Requires a PHP-supported website for installation
- No verified automatic scheduling, availability management, or shift swaps
- Pro pricing is listed as $59 one-time, with availability marked Coming Soon
Our verdict on ShiftExec
ShiftExec is a web-based employee scheduling application installed on a PHP-supported website. It is aimed at small and medium businesses and organizations scheduling employees or volunteers. Managers can configure categories for positions, locations, skills, and other options, then assign employees to shifts using configured qualifications and conflict indicators. Staff can view their shifts, while email notifications and reminders help communicate schedule information. A free version is available, and the product is open source.
Scheduling controls are its clearest strength. Managers can customize layout, date range, and grouping, manage time-off types and entries, and have the application flag overlapping shifts or time off. Shift exports and calendar links are available in CSV, JSON, and iCal formats, with Google Calendar and Outlook listed as integrations. Audit trails, reports, and data exports add ways to review schedule activity. This makes ShiftExec a fit for teams that need configurable records and conflict visibility more than automated workforce planning.
The published Pro plan, ShiftExec Pro, is listed at $59 one-time and includes all Pro add-ons, support for one site through a ticketing system, and one year of version updates. Pro-specific features include schedule copying, custom colors, and custom fields. The order page marks the plan Coming Soon, so buyers should confirm availability before purchase. ShiftExec requires a PHP-supported website installation, making it less suitable for teams seeking a hosted-first scheduling service. Teams that need automatic scheduling, availability management, or shift swaps should consider a product centered on those workflows; teams prioritizing self-hosted schedule tracking may find its controls a closer match.
Questions about ShiftExec
What does ShiftExec run on? Web. It runs self-hosted and in the cloud.
What does ShiftExec integrate with? 2 integrations: Google Calendar and Outlook.
Does ShiftExec offer a money-back guarantee? Yes: 15 days.
Who is ShiftExec built for? Small businesses (our editorial estimate).
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ShiftExec fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $59/site one-time |
| Shift swaps | Not verified |
| Availability management | Not verified |
| Auto-scheduling | Not verified |
| Mobile apps | Not verified |
| Locations | Not verified |
| Payroll integrations | Not verified |
| Money-back guarantee | 15 days |
| Deployment | Self-hosted, Cloud |
| Platforms | Web |
| Support | Tickets, Email, Docs |
| Built for | Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 2 integrations: Google Calendar, Outlook |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | shiftexec.com |
| Facts checked | 24 Sep 2026 |
ShiftExec integrations
ShiftExec lists 2 integrations on its own site.
- Google Calendar
- Outlook
Alternatives to ShiftExec
- Infor Workforce ManagementA broad workforce suite for organizations balancing labor demand, skills, attendance, and coverage.9.2
- Zoho ShiftsScheduling covers shift planning, availability, swaps and time tracking across web and mobile.9.0
- UKG Pro Workforce ManagementA broad workforce-management suite for scheduling, labor planning, and intraday control.8.8
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