Comparison

dock'd vs Kernl

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β€” with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

dock'd

Features
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This app is a mobile extension to dock'd and allows workers to remotely access their up-to-date rosters and manage shifts including : shifts requiring confirmation prior to attending, navigation, notes, incidents, client information and shift sign off. In addition, the app allows workers to manage and update their personal information, see recorded certificates and qualifications, and request leave.

About

Kernl

This AI-powered companion simplifies daily tasks for disability and aged care support workers in Australia. It offers AI guidance for shift activities, post-shift debriefing without paperwork, roster management, and client insights. The app aims to reduce administrative time and improve the quality of life for workers.

Highlights
  • AI-powered shift guidance
  • Paperwork-free AI debriefing
  • Roster and availability management
  • Client insights
  • Document upload and profile completion
Features
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Kernl is an AI-first companion for disability and aged care support workers in Australia. From managing your shifts to receiving real-time support, Kernl makes every part of your workday simpler, faster and smarter. Whether you’re preparing for your next client or finishing up a shift, Kernl gives you the tools β€” and the AI-powered support β€” to do your best work. What you can do with Kernl: β€’ Get AI-powered guidance on shift activities β€’ Debrief with AI after shifts β€” no paperwork needed β€’ View and manage your roster and availability β€’ Learn about your clients with helpful key insights β€’ Upload personal documents and complete your profile Kernl is part of a broader practice management platform built for providers β€” making it easier for teams to coordinate care, stay compliant, and work together seamlessly. We're on a mission to transform care in Australia: reducing admin time, increasing quality of life for workers, and improving outcomes for clients. Note: Kernl is available to workers whose organisation has joined the Kernl platform.

Screenshots

dock'd4 screens
Kernl4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Kernl at every 11 days against dock'd's monthly. dock'd's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.1). 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

dock'd ships an update monthly, Kernl every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 6 level
dock'd versus Kernl: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterdock'dKernl
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsβ€”100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 11 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetizationβ€”Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 β€” better15.1
Further details β€” not scored
Size66 MB62 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperLASSO SOLUTIONS PTY LTDKernl Pty Ltd

In-app purchases

None

dock'd

No in-app purchases

None

Kernl

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is dock'd free?
dock'd is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Kernl free?
Kernl is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do dock'd or Kernl have ads?
Neither dock'd nor Kernl shows ads.
Which is updated more often, dock'd or Kernl?
dock'd ships an update monthly, and Kernl every 11 days. Most recently, dock'd was updated on September 15, 2026 and Kernl on September 28, 2026.

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