shiftNOW vs Jobz24/7
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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
Jobz24/7
Find hourly job opportunities that can grow into a career. This app connects job seekers with employers posting positions in trades and services, focusing on roles with long-term potential.
- Hourly job listings
- Career development focus
- Trades and services specialization
- Flexible scheduling options
- Employer job posting
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Hourly jobs are on the rise. With fierce competition for workers, Jobz 24/7 wants to make it easy for employers to post positions and for job seekers to apply for jobs. Jobz 24/7 specializes in helping job seekers find hourly jobs that may lead to a career. Jobz 24/7 is ideal for those looking for jobs in trades and services. Tens of millions of Americans work hourly jobs. We want to bring you hourly jobs that may have the potential of becoming a career to help you make a living. Jobz 24/7 lists jobs in the United States that span any time of the day and any day of the week to match your schedule.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: shiftNOW at none against Jobz24/7's shown. shiftNOW also leads on ratings volume (502 vs 1) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 6 weeks). Jobz24/7's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.1). On price, 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.
Jobz24/7 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: shiftNOW has 502 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
shiftNOW ships an update every 9 days, Jobz24/7 every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | shiftNOW | Jobz24/7 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (502 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 42.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 502 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 78 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ShiftNOW | Jobz247, LLC |
Customer experience
shiftNOW
Jobz24/7
Bugs and requests
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
Jobz24/7
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
shiftNOW
No in-app purchases
Jobz24/7
No in-app purchases
