Simple Scheduler vs ShiftKnox
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Simple Scheduler
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Designed for simple scheduling tasks it allows a scheduler to choose a range of dates and for each weekday 1 - 5 time periods with custom labels This may be distributed to members via a short code. Replies indicating availability for each period may be emailed, texted, etc. to scheduler as an array of numbers 0 (not available), 1 (available) or ? (uncertain) for pasting in a spreadsheet or other forms..
ShiftKnox
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ShiftKnox helps you stay organized with clear, conflict-free schedules, instant alerts, and effortless shift management. Whether assigning, swapping, or tracking shifts, it keeps your entire care team connected and on the same pageβanytime, anywhere.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ShiftKnox at every 3 months against Simple Scheduler's every 34 months. ShiftKnox also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Simple Scheduler ships an update every 34 months, ShiftKnox every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Simple Scheduler | ShiftKnox |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 34 months | Every 3 months β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Peter Hinman | PBJStar |
In-app purchases
Simple Scheduler
No in-app purchases
ShiftKnox
No in-app purchases
Questions
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