Select vs shiftNOW
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.
shiftNOW
This app connects hospitality businesses with a network of vetted workers, offering flexible job opportunities. Businesses can post various roles and manage hiring efficiently, while workers gain access to competitive pay and instant payouts.
- Post one-time, part-time, or full-time opportunities
- Access a network of vetted hospitality professionals
- Manage workforce needs from mobile
- Save time and money on hiring
- Flexible work opportunities
- Competitive earning opportunities
- Instant payout process
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shiftNOW connects hospitality professionals and businesses through work opportunities. Through shiftNOW’s mobile app, businesses can post one-time, part-time, or full-time opportunities across several role types and select applicants from our network of vetted workers. The shiftNOW app offers businesses the opportunity to: Easily manage their workforce needs from their phone Access a network of vetted hospitality professionals across FOH, BOH, event, and managerial positions Save time and money on the recruiting and hiring process Workers on the shiftNOW app benefit from: Flexible work opportunities across more than 40 role types Competitive earning opportunities with reputable hospitality brands Instant payout and a streamlined, efficient payout process Whether you’re looking for hospitality workers or you’re seeking opportunities in the hospitality industry, shiftNOW can help. Download the app to get started! Role Types Available on shiftNOW Front of House Barista Bartender (wine and beer) Bartender (wine, beer, liquor) Brand Ambassador Cashier Concierge FOH Support Host/Hostess Pastry Cook/Baker Server Server Assistant Events Event Captain Event Cook Event Crew Event Server Food Station Attendant Back of House Barback Busser BOH Support Concessions Cook Dishwasher Fry Cook Grillmaster Housekeeper Janitorial Line Cook Prep Cook Runner Steward General Labor General Warehouse Maintenance Merchandising Managerial Positions Catering Supervisor Director of Food and Beverage Executive Chef General Manager / Manager / Assistant Manager Restaurant Manager / Assistant Restaurant Manager shiftNOW is currently available in the following cities: Atlanta, GA Beaufort, SC Bluffton, SC Charleston, SC Columbia, SC Greenville, SC Hilton Head, SC Memphis, TN Myrtle Beach, SC Nashville, TN Savannah, GA
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: shiftNOW at every 9 days against Select's every 2 months. Select's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and ratings volume (3.4K vs 483). On price, review sentiment, 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.
Select holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Select has 3.4K ratings behind it against 483, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 49% of Select's written reviews are positive against 42% of shiftNOW's.
Select ships an update every 2 months, shiftNOW every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Select | shiftNOW |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (3.4K ratings) — better | 4.6 (483 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 49.2% of reviews — better | 42.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3.4K — better | 483 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 134 MB | 78 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | EmployBridge, LLC | ShiftNOW |
Customer experience
Select
shiftNOW
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
shiftNOW
From 483 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 User-friendly interface and easy setup
- 💰 Quick payment processing (24-48 hours)
- 🎯 Flexible scheduling and shift selection
- 🤝 Helpful customer service
- 🌟 Great networking and community building
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent app glitches and technical issues
- 💸 Excessive fees and payment delays
- 📍 Limited geographic availability (only SC/TN)
- 🔐 Demands excessive personal data upfront
- ⏳ Poor shift management and communication
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
shiftNOW
Reported bugs
7 issues- Next button non-functional on profile setup screen
- Wallet setup screen button not responding
- Profile video upload repeatedly rejected despite meeting requirements
- App crashes during profile creation
- Pending shift status not updating after shifts are filled
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- Shift conflicts appearing simultaneously with accepted shifts
- Payment delays despite promised next-day payout
Requested features
7 requests- Show service areas before requiring full profile completion
- Direct messaging between shifters and employers
- Real-time shift status updates (filled/cancelled)
- Confirmation system when employers select workers
- Ability for employers to modify shift requirements without cancelling
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- Clearer communication about service availability by region
- More flexible profile video acceptance criteria
In-app purchases
Select
No in-app purchases
shiftNOW
No in-app purchases
