# Shifty Jr — staff scheduling

> Drag-and-drop staff scheduling tool with pre-set shift patterns and duties. (iPhone/iPad app by Supercake.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shifty-jr/id451517310 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Supercake](https://appshunter.io/developer/372580868)
- Category: Business, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English, Afrikaans, Albanian, Armenian, Azerbaijani, Basque, Belarusian, Bosnian, Bulgarian, Catalan and 40 more
- Released: 2011-07-29
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shifty-jr/id451517310/reviews.md

## What is Shifty Jr?

No ads, no time limits, no in-app currency. Shifty Jr is like Shifty but with less options.


:: ABOUT ::

The basis of Shifty is to enter all the data which rarely ever changes, such as shift patterns, staff and duties. After that's in the system making schedules is just dragging and dropping combinations of those items. 

Shifty was originally designed to be used by restaurants, pubs and shops. However it turned out to be useful to a much wider audience. For example: families, security companies, tour guides, charities, schools, churches, doctors and even gardeners!


:: LEARN MORE ::

Visit ShiftyApp.com or tap the "Shifty Jr Support" link on this page. There you'll find the manual and videos that show Shifty in action. You can also find the videos by searching for "ShiftyApp" on YouTube. This should help you decide if you want to plunge into the wonderful world of Shifty, if you're not already convinced!

## Key features

- Input recurring shift patterns
- Define staff and duties
- Drag-and-drop schedule creation
- No ads or time limits
- Versatile for various industries

## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shifty-jr/id451517310/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Simple and Easy to Use

*2017-10-20, version 1.0*

We only have a small salon with 6 staff and one shift everyday and this was so easy to setup and use. It does allow you to schedule staff rosters over weeks.
The week view only shows the number of staff per job role but for us we just give each of the staff a different role (stylist 1, 2, 3 etc.) and then each staff member has his/her own colour.
Still experimenting but so far it's just right.

### 1/5 — Difficult app

*2016-04-10, version 1.0*

This app is really difficult to use. It only lets you plan a next day shift but not next week. It's really hard to understand and get a hang off and you're given a really long manual to read which is just annoying.

### 1/5 — waste of time

*2016-02-10*

why even offer this that is limited to 2 staff (supposedly 20 but 18 are entered an examples). Most of my apps are paid but this is misleading, and to be $31 it begs explanation as such a poor try before you buy product

### 5/5 — Super app

*2015-02-28*

Simple but yet powerfull.
It is a super app.
It helps us a lot with our small business!
Thanks!

### 3/5 — So far so good

*2014-02-17*

Pretty easy to use and fast. My guess is that the pro version is better

### 1/5 — Rubbish.

*2013-10-20, version 0.9.1*

Absolute rubbish. Avoid!

### 1/5 — A WASTE

*2012-04-24*

Sometimes free just isn't cheap enough. Un-intuitive, hangs and shows employees as a number instead of name in all but the day calendar. I am deleting forthwith.

### 1/5 — Shifty jnr

*2011-11-21, version 0.8.1*

Does not work! Start dialog remains on screen cannot close. Uninstalled

### 1/5 — Buggy

*2011-11-21*

Does not work: often your made entries not retained, e.g. Having made a list of staff, on subsequent arrival at staff list, several names were gone. Same with staff dragged to a time slot. Appears at first, then 'poof.' Navigating different days/shifts not smooth nor consistent. Sometimes grey framed box appears so you can drag a staff name to a slot, other times (mostly) you can't get that to happen. The page size on screen randomly goes oversize, making elements expand off page thus unable to tap button to go to other view. When that happens page size freezes so you can't pinch it to fit screen properly. No rotation to landscape. 

Too bad. If it reacted properly the general layout is perfect for a staff roster & schedule. Had intended to fill with eldercare schedule that sees various staffers on different days, with am & pm shifts. 

All the parts are there, but not able to go down the road.

### 4/5 — Good, but not what I was looking for.

*2011-10-29*

This seems like the perfect schedule program for someone that has fixed shifts.  I am still in the market for an easy scheduler that does payroll hour calculations and can handle non-fixed shift inputs.  This isn't a bad little app; just not for me.

## Frequently asked questions about Shifty Jr

### Does Shifty Jr have ads?

No, Shifty Jr is completely ad-free, offering an uninterrupted scheduling experience.

### What devices does Shifty Jr support?

Shifty Jr is currently supported on iPad devices.

### How often is Shifty Jr updated?

The latest version, 1.2, was released on January 31, 2025. Updates are provided by the developer, Supercake, to ensure the app remains functional and reliable.

### What is the age rating for Shifty Jr?

Shifty Jr has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Can I use Shifty Jr offline?

The description does not explicitly state offline capabilities, but its core functionality of inputting data and creating schedules suggests it can be used without a constant internet connection.

### What makes Shifty Jr different from other scheduling apps?

Shifty Jr emphasizes simplicity with no ads, time limits, or in-app currency. It focuses on an easy drag-and-drop interface for schedule creation after initial setup.

### Where can I find more information or support for Shifty Jr?

You can visit ShiftyApp.com or tap the 'Shifty Jr Support' link within the app. Manuals and videos are also available on YouTube by searching for 'ShiftyApp'.

### Is Shifty Jr suitable for personal use, not just businesses?

Yes, while originally designed for restaurants and shops, Shifty Jr has proven useful for families, charities, schools, and even gardeners, indicating its versatility beyond traditional business use.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2 — 2025-01-31

• iOS18 Compatibility

### 1.1 — 2020-11-02

• iOS14 Compatibility
• Larger iPad Models
• News Checker
• 10th Anniversary for Full Version

iOS14 Compatibility
To make the app compatible with iOS14 much of the app has had to be replaced! IMPORTANT: As a result of these massive changes you will need to use the database migrate option *before* installing either iOS14 or this app version. Your data can then be imported into the full version of Shifty. If you do not migrate you will have to setup Shifty Jr again. This is a disruption but setup can usually be done very quickly in 5 mins.

Larger iPad Models
Also in this version, larger iPad models (e.g. 10.5", 11" or 12.9") are now supported.

News Checker
Shifty can now alert you if there is a new version available or if there is any other important information that you need to know. It has been added in response to the iOS14 update disruption. It's a safety feature that you might never see.



Finally the big announcement: 

The full paid version of Shifty is celebrating its 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY!

It's amazing that businesses and families that have been using Shifty for so many years, and some have been from the very beginning back when the first iPad was released all the way to present day. To think that people on their own life journeys have taken a scheduling app with a characterful orange mascot with them for over a decade!

Three cheers to everyone!

I wish you success and health for your businesses and families, especially in these difficult times.



Many Kind Regards,

The Shifty Team (i.e. Owen)

### 1.0 — 2015-07-18

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

• 50 Languages Added
• 64-Bit Support
• Bug Fixes

### 0.9.1 — 2013-10-11

• iOS7 Support
• Indented Month View
• Migrate Data To Full Version
• Bug Fixes

### 0.9 — 2013-02-05

• Added Video Links
• Duties Increased
• Retina Improvements
• Bug Fixes

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## More apps by Supercake

- [Shifty](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shifty/id372580865)

All apps by Supercake: https://appshunter.io/developer/372580868

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