# Gridwise vs ShiftMate

The clearest difference is rating: Gridwise at 4.9 against ShiftMate's 4.1. Gridwise also leads on ratings volume (28K vs 13) and chart position (#34 vs #200). ShiftMate's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gridwise sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and ShiftMate sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $10.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Gridwise holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Gridwise has 28K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Gridwise's written reviews are positive against 67% of ShiftMate's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gridwise | ShiftMate |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (28K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gridwise-gig-driver-assistant/id1215991382/reviews)** | [4.1 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shiftmate-gig-tracker/id6746882933/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **28K** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | **74.6% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#34** | #200 |
| Size | 91 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Gridwise, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1215991381) | [Shiftmate](https://appshunter.io/developer/1818902138) |

## What reviewers say

### Gridwise

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gridwise-gig-driver-assistant/id1215991382)

**Currently charting:** #34 Top Grossing · Finance (US App Store)

This app helps gig, hourly, and freelance workers maximize their earnings and control expenses. It tracks mileage, provides insights into profitable opportunities, and simplifies tax preparation. Join a community of over a million workers to earn and keep more.

**Highlights:** Track mileage and expenses, Boost earnings with insights, Automatic earnings download, Airport and local event insights, Tax preparation simplification, Exclusive user perks

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gridwise Plus | $5.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $9.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $14.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $14.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $14.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $14.99 | per month |
| Gridwise Plus | $42.99 | per year |
| Gridwise Plus | $71.99 | per year |
| Gridwise Plus | $71.99 | per year |
| Gridwise Plus | $71.99 | per year |
| Gridwise Plus | $107.99 | per year |
| Gridwise Plus | $107.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent mileage and earnings tracking
- 📊 Detailed insights and analytics
- 🔍 Helpful airport and event information
- 💰 Saves money on taxes
- 🤝 Good customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional syncing issues with gig apps
- 🔍 Limited insights for some markets
- 💰 Premium subscription may not be worth it for some users
- 🔧 Manual entry required for some features

**Reported bugs**

- Airport and event information not always accurate
- Mileage tracking not always reliable

**Requested features**

- Add ability to track tolls and parking expenses
- Improve mileage tracking automation
- Expand insights and recommendations to more markets
- Allow multiple shifts per day


### ShiftMate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shiftmate-gig-tracker/id6746882933)

**Currently charting:** #200 Top Grossing · Finance (US App Store)

This app helps gig workers track their earnings across multiple delivery platforms. It provides insights into peak earning times and locations, and logs mileage for tax benefits. Unlock premium features with a subscription.

**Highlights:** Track pay per app, shift, hour, mile, Log mileage for tax savings, Discover peak earning times and locations, Earn badges and celebrate milestones, Contributor Program for insights, Data privacy and security

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 30 Day Free Trial | $10.00 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $10.00 | per month |
| First Month 20% Off | $10.00 | per month |
| 30 Day Free Trial 12 USD | $12.00 | per month |
| Monthly 12 USD | $12.00 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $100.00 | per year |
| 30 Day Free Trial - 100 USD Annual | $100.00 | per year |
| 30 Day Free Trial - 125 USD Annual | $124.99 | per month |
| Annual 125 USD | $124.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Subscription | $250.00 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gridwise free?

Gridwise is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ShiftMate free?

ShiftMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Gridwise or ShiftMate?

Gridwise is rated higher. Gridwise averages 4.9 out of 5 from 28K ratings, while ShiftMate averages 4.1 from 13 ratings.

### Do Gridwise or ShiftMate have ads?

Gridwise shows ads; ShiftMate does not.

### Which is updated more often, Gridwise or ShiftMate?

Gridwise ships an update every 3 weeks, and ShiftMate every 3 weeks. Most recently, Gridwise was updated on September 25, 2026 and ShiftMate on September 9, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Gridwise or ShiftMate?

Gridwise currently peaks at #34 in the App Store charts, and ShiftMate at #200. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*