Select vs GigSmart Get Workers
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Select
This app connects job seekers with employment opportunities. It allows users to view matched jobs, receive and accept offers, and access important assignment details. Users can also track pay stubs and manage their availability for new roles.
- View matched jobs
- Receive and accept job offers
- First-day assignment details
- View pay stub history
- Set availability
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The official app for associates to stay connected to Select throughout the job search, and while on-the-job. -See Matched Jobs that are a good fit for your profile and work experience -Receive and accept Job Offers from your Select recruiter -Stay informed with details about what you need to know on your First Day at a new assignment -View your Pay Stub history -Set your availability for new assignments NOTE: You must have an existing Select login to use the app.
GigSmart Get Workers
Instantly connect with a large pool of qualified local workers for temporary or full-time roles. Manage staffing needs efficiently with features like real-time tracking, direct payment, and support services. Offers a flexible, low-cost solution without contracts or minimums.
- Instant access to qualified workers
- Staffing for temporary, full-time, and part-time roles
- Real-time worker tracking
- Direct in-app payment
- Worker quality guarantee
- Background checks and screenings
- Dedicated account management
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Take control of your staffing. Instant access to qualified workers on demand. Low cost, no contracts, no minimums, no risk. The right people, right at your fingertips. With access to over 1 million Workers across an extensive range of industries and qualifications, the GigSmart platform provides the fastest, low-cost solution to connecting your business with qualified workers on demand. EASILY STAFF UP WITH GET WORKERS Whether you need to hire temporary workers on-demand or have open Full/Part-Time Positions, GigSmart provides real human support and a business model that aligns with your company’s unique requirements. Take the hassle and stress out of finding great workers - set the pay rates, handpick your workers, or let our hiring technology do the hard work for you. Why GigSmart? * Free to sign up and post - there are no contracts or commitments necessary in order to get started * Only pay for success - fees are only charged when you get the Workers you need * Industry-leading show and fill rate - 40% of Shifts are posted, worked, and paid on the same day COMMUNICATE, TRACK, AND PAY From the moment a worker accepts your Shift Gig to the minute it's completed, you can track the worker's status and pay them directly through the app. For one of the lowest fees in the industry, you get: * Fully dedicated Account Manager and Support Team * 1-Hour Worker Quality Guarantee * Background Checks, Motor Vehicle Record Checks, Drug Screenings * Flexible Payment Options * Top-of-the-line technology and automation for managing all your staffing needs * Low Direct Hire Fee * Lenient Cancellation Policy * Comprehensive Insurance See how easy it is to start sourcing Workeres for your next Shift by creating a free Get Workers account today!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: GigSmart Get Workers at every 2 days against Select's every 2 months. GigSmart Get Workers also leads on review sentiment (69% vs 49%). Select's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (3.4K vs 480). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Select against 4.7 for GigSmart Get Workers. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Select has 3.4K ratings behind it against 480, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 49% of Select's written reviews are positive against 69% of GigSmart Get Workers's.
Select ships an update every 2 months, GigSmart Get Workers every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Select | GigSmart Get Workers |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (3.4K ratings) — better | 4.7 (480 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 49.2% of reviews | 69.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 3.4K — better | 480 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 134 MB | 114 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | EmployBridge, LLC | GigSmart Inc |
Customer experience
Select
GigSmart Get Workers
User reviews
Select
From 3.4K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Great service and helpful staff
- 💡 Able to find jobs quickly
- 🚀 Efficient job placement process
Room to improve
- 🐛 App frequently crashes or freezes
- 🔒 Login and password issues
- 🔋 Paystub section often doesn't load
GigSmart Get Workers
From 480 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🚀 Quick and easy worker hiring process
- 👍 User-friendly and intuitive interface
- ⭐ Access to qualified workers with ratings and reviews
- 📞 Excellent customer service and account support
- 🔍 Background checks available for workers
Room to improve
- 🐛 Application crashes during use
- ❌ High no-show rates from workers
- 💰 High fees (25% employer charge + 10% worker charge)
- 😤 Auto-hire feature forces unwanted worker selection
- 📋 Limited worker profile information available
Bugs and requests
Select
Reported bugs
3 issues- Unable to log in or change password
- Unresponsive buttons and app crashes
- Compatibility issues with newer devices
Requested features
3 requests- Improve app stability and reliability
- Add more communication and notification features
- Enhance user experience and accessibility
GigSmart Get Workers
Reported bugs
5 issues- Application crashes while in use
- Auto-hire repeatedly selects same workers without user control
- Robocalling despite Do Not Call registry
- Email bombardment with no unsubscribe option
- Software bugs in platform (though support resolves them)
Requested features
6 requests- Ability to pre-select workers before posting gigs
- More detailed worker profile information
- Better communication/response options for worker bids
- Improved no-show prevention mechanisms
- Email unsubscribe functionality
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- Option to disable auto-hire feature
In-app purchases
Select
No in-app purchases
GigSmart Get Workers
No in-app purchases







