Comparison

ShiftApp vs ShiftMate

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

Head to head
About

ShiftApp

Features
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ShiftApp makes employee scheduling simpler for managers and shift workers. Built as the mobile companion to the ShiftApp web app, it helps teams manage schedules, availability, and day-to-day updates from anywhere. Employees can check upcoming shifts, view schedule details, and stay informed from their iPhone or iPad. Managers can create, edit, and repeat shifts, assign employees, record vacation and sick leave, and keep employee records organized in one place. ShiftApp helps businesses move beyond paper schedules and spreadsheets with an online schedule that stays current across devices. With ShiftApp, communication is clearer and scheduling is easier. Invite employees to access their schedules with their own accounts, keep everyone aligned with the latest changes, and print PDF copies when needed. Use ShiftApp to: - create, edit, and repeat shifts - assign employees quickly and clearly - manage availability, vacation, and sick leave - keep employee records up to date - give staff online access to their schedules - stay on top of changes across iPhone, iPad, and web

About

ShiftMate

This application simplifies shift management for businesses by streamlining shift assignments, tracking employee availability, and providing real-time updates. It allows teams to easily manage their schedules, accept or swap shifts, and sync with their calendars.

Highlights
  • Easy shift assignment and notifications
  • Employee shift acceptance/rejection/swaps
  • Availability and conflict tracking
  • Google Calendar synchronization
  • Real-time updates and approvals
Features
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ShiftMate is the ultimate shift management tool for businesses, making scheduling effortless and keeping teams organized. Whether you're managing a small team or a large workforce, ShiftMate helps streamline shift assignments, availability tracking, and real-time updates—all in one powerful app. Key Features: 1. Easy Shift Management – Assign shifts with ease and notify employees instantly. 2. Employee Shift Control – Team members can accept, reject, or request swaps for shifts. 3. Conflict-Free Scheduling – Employees can add their availability and conflicts, so managers always know who’s free. 4. Google Calendar Sync – Keep everyone on the same page with automatic shift syncing to Google Calendar. 5. Real-Time Updates – Instant notifications for shift changes and approvals. Take the stress out of scheduling and empower your team with ShiftMate today! Download now and simplify your shift management!

Screenshots

ShiftApp4 screens
ShiftMate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: ShiftMate at 13.0 against ShiftApp's 15.6. On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ShiftApp ships an update every 8 days, ShiftMate fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on August 22, 2026 and June 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
ShiftApp versus ShiftMate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShiftAppShiftMate
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJason Lee LimitedNathaniel Kemme Nash

In-app purchases

None

ShiftApp

No in-app purchases

None

ShiftMate

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ShiftApp free?
ShiftApp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ShiftMate free?
ShiftMate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ShiftApp or ShiftMate have ads?
Neither ShiftApp nor ShiftMate shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ShiftApp or ShiftMate?
ShiftApp ships an update every 8 days, and ShiftMate fortnightly. Most recently, ShiftApp was updated on August 22, 2026 and ShiftMate on June 20, 2026.

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