BlackGuide vs StaffMode
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BlackGuide
Discover Black-owned businesses and news across the United States. This app connects you with local shops, services, and community happenings, empowering you to support Black entrepreneurs and keep the Black dollar circulating.
- Discover Black-owned businesses
- Find Black news
- Support Black entrepreneurs
- Connect with local communities
- View business details
- Contact businesses directly
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BlackGuide App - The Black City Directory The BlackGuide App is your all-in-one destination for discovering Black-owned businesses and Black news in cities across the United States. Whether you live locally or travel city-to-city, BlackGuide helps you stay connected to what's happening in the Black community-where to shop, where to go, and what to know. Created by NationalBlackGuide.com, the BlackGuide App is built on a simple belief: building wealth in the Black community starts with investing in ourselves. When we support Black-owned businesses, we strengthen the communities they serve and help keep the Black dollar circulating. How We Support Black Businesses The core mission of BlackGuide is to promote, empower, and amplify Black-owned businesses and professionals. From entrepreneurs and sole proprietors to established companies, the app gives Black businesses greater visibility and connects them directly with consumers. Businesses listed in the BlackGuide Directory can be discovered through both our website and mobile app. Users can quickly find nearby Black-owned businesses, view details, and contact them directly-making it easier than ever to support Black excellence wherever you are.
StaffMode
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Streamline your workday with Staffmode, the ultimate time and labor management app designed for today’s mobile workforce. Whether you’re on the clock or checking your schedule, our intuitive interface makes it easier than ever to stay on top of your time and tasks—right from your mobile device. Key Features: Punch In/Out: Clock in and out of your shift with just a tap—anytime, anywhere. View Weekly Schedule: Access your current and upcoming work schedule so you’re always prepared. Punch Details: Review your daily punch history, including start times, end times, and breaks. Request Time Off: Submit time-off requests directly from the app. Whether you’re managing your shifts, planning time off, or reporting a safety concern, Staffmode puts the power of workforce management in your hands. Stay connected, stay compliant, and stay efficient—all from one simple app. Download now and take control of your time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: BlackGuide at every 6 weeks against StaffMode's every 3 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.
BlackGuide ships an update every 6 weeks, StaffMode every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BlackGuide | StaffMode |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (21 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 93.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 21 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 65 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | National Black Guide LLC | WurkNow, LLC |
In-app purchases
BlackGuide
No in-app purchases
StaffMode
No in-app purchases





