# ShiftSleep: Shift Work Sleep — When to Sleep for Your Shifts

> Shift work sleep and recovery planner with personalized schedules and fatigue management. (iPhone/iPad app by 阳 李.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shiftsleep-shift-work-sleep/id6758877311 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [阳 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1809752863)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 25 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-03-26
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shiftsleep-shift-work-sleep/id6758877311/reviews.md

## What is ShiftSleep?

Don't know when to sleep after your shift? You're not alone.

Most shift workers push through exhaustion, guessing when to sleep, drinking coffee at the wrong time, waking up worse. ShiftSleep changes that. Enter your shifts and get a clear plan: when to sleep, when to wake, when to stop caffeine, plus reminders at each step.

HOW IT WORKS

1. Enter your shifts (manual, templates, rotation patterns, or OCR scan your roster)
2. Get your optimal sleep window, wake time, and caffeine cutoff
3. Receive timed reminders: caffeine cutoff, wind-down, bedtime, pre-shift
4. Track your sleep and see your fatigue level over time

No complicated setup. No guessing.

SAFE DRIVE HOME (NEW)

Long commute after a night shift? ShiftSleep checks your fatigue risk before you drive:
- Driving safety alert when your shift ends
- Fatigue risk score based on shift length, sleep debt, and commute time
- Built-in Power Nap timer (15-30 min) with smart alarm
- 4 safety levels: Safe, Caution, Nap First, Rest Required
- Because getting home safely matters most

SHIFT-AWARE SLEEP PLANNING

Every recommendation adapts to YOUR shift schedule:
- Night shift: extended caffeine cutoff, light-avoidance, adjusted recovery
- Day shift: morning light exposure, standard sleep-wake cycle
- Evening shift: post-work wind-down, balanced alertness
- Rotating / 12h shifts: recalculates daily as your schedule changes
- Chronotype-aware: early bird or night owl, your plan adjusts

4 SMART REMINDERS

Perfectly timed notifications that move with your shift schedule:
- Caffeine cutoff: stop coffee before it ruins tonight's sleep
- Wind-down: start your pre-sleep routine
- Bedtime: your optimal sleep window is now
- Pre-shift: time to get ready for work

Shift changes? Reminders auto-update. Zero maintenance.

FATIGUE TRACKING AND RECOVERY PLANNER

- 14-day sleep debt calculator with quality adjustments
- 4 fatigue levels: Low, Moderate, High, Critical
- Recovery planner: how much extra sleep you need and for how many nights
- Track consecutive low-sleep days and see improvement

160+ SLEEP SOUNDS FOR DAYTIME SLEEP

Curated for shift workers sleeping during the day:
- Broadband masking, rain, water, nature, cozy, air/fan, drone and more
- Mix unlimited tracks with individual volume control
- Save unlimited custom mixes
- 15 core sounds available offline

BREATHING SESSIONS

- 8 guided sessions using the 4-7-8 breathing technique
- Presets: falling asleep, quick nap, pre-shift focus, post-shift unwind

SHIFT SCHEDULE MANAGEMENT

- 7 shift types: Day, Evening, Night, Custom, Day Off, Leave, On Call
- 8 rotation patterns: 3on/4off, Panama, Continental, Pitman, DuPont and more
- Bulk schedule up to 12 months ahead
- OCR scanner: photograph your printed roster
- Import from your system calendar

APPLE WATCH

- Haptic wrist alarm with escalating vibration: wakes only you
- Nap timer with Digital Crown control (5-120 min)
- View next shift and sleep plan at a glance

WIDGETS AND EXPORT

- 3 Home Screen widgets: Next Shift, Sleep Plan, Sleep Score
- Export as PDF, ICS, or share card image

FREE vs PRO

Free: Shift calendar, daily sleep plan, 4 smart reminders, 15 core sounds, 4-7-8 breathing, 14-day trends, HealthKit import.

PRO: Safe Drive Home, 160+ sounds, unlimited mixer, 8 breathing sessions, rotation setup, OCR scan, calendar sync, fatigue insights, recovery planner.

SUBSCRIPTION

- Annual: $39.99/year with 7-day free trial (best value)
- Monthly: $6.99/month
- Lifetime: $99.99 one-time purchase

Payment charged to Apple ID at purchase confirmation. Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled 24 hours before current period ends. Manage in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Privacy Policy: https://shiftsleep.app/privacy

## Key features

- Personalized sleep and wake times
- Caffeine cutoff reminders
- Driving safety alerts
- Fatigue tracking and recovery planner
- Extensive sleep sound library
- Shift schedule management
- Guided breathing sessions

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ShiftSleep Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| ShiftSleep Monthly | $6.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ShiftSleep Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about ShiftSleep

### How does ShiftSleep help with shift work sleep?

ShiftSleep analyzes your entered shifts to provide optimal sleep windows, wake times, and caffeine cutoff points. It sends timed reminders to help you stick to your personalized schedule, reducing exhaustion and improving recovery.

### Does ShiftSleep offer any safety features for commuting?

Yes, ShiftSleep includes a new 'Safe Drive Home' feature. It assesses your fatigue risk before you drive after a shift and provides alerts, with options for a power nap timer and safety levels like 'Caution' or 'Nap First'.

### Can ShiftSleep track my sleep and fatigue levels?

ShiftSleep allows you to track your sleep and monitors your fatigue over time. It features a 14-day sleep debt calculator and categorizes fatigue into four levels: Low, Moderate, High, and Critical.

### What kind of sleep sounds are available in ShiftSleep?

ShiftSleep offers over 160 sleep sounds curated for daytime sleep, including nature sounds, white noise, and fan sounds. You can mix unlimited tracks and save custom mixes, with 15 core sounds available offline.

### How does ShiftSleep handle different shift types and rotations?

The app supports 7 shift types and 8 rotation patterns, allowing you to schedule up to 12 months ahead. It can also import schedules from system calendars or use an OCR scanner for printed rosters.

### What are the subscription options for ShiftSleep?

ShiftSleep offers a monthly subscription for $6.99 and a yearly subscription for $39.99. The yearly plan includes a 7-day free trial.

### Does ShiftSleep have ads?

No, ShiftSleep does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases for premium features or subscriptions.

### Is ShiftSleep available on multiple devices?

Yes, ShiftSleep is supported on Apple Watch and iPhone, allowing you to manage your sleep schedule and receive reminders across your devices.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.0.3 — 2026-05-22

NEW: Driving safety for shift workers with long commutes
- Fatigue risk assessment fires when your shift ends
- 4 safety levels: Safe, Caution, Nap First, Rest Required
- Built-in Power Nap timer with smart alarm
- Risk score based on shift length, sleep debt and commute time

Also improved:
- Faster shift entry with recent templates
- Better fatigue tracking accuracy
- Various performance improvements

Getting home safe matters. Drive smart after your shift.

### 1.0.2 — 2026-04-14

This update makes ShiftSleep easier to use after real shifts.
• Improved first-time setup
• Better reliability across shift planning flows
• Smoother reminders when schedules change
• Performance improvements and bug fixes

### 1.0.1 — 2026-03-31

This update includes behind-the-scenes improvements to make ShiftSleep more stable and reliable.

• Improved first-time setup reliability
• Better stability across shift planning flows
• Performance improvements
• Minor bug fixes

### 1.0.0 — 2026-03-26

No release notes.

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