Comparison

shiftNOW vs Elite Bartending

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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

About

Elite Bartending

This platform streamlines event staffing and workforce management for bartenders, clients, and administrators. It facilitates event creation, shift management, communication, and attendance tracking, keeping all event operations organized in one place.

Highlights
  • Event scheduling and staffing
  • Shift requests and approvals
  • Team communication and messaging
  • Geofenced clock-in/out
  • Employee profiles and certifications
  • Attendance management
Features
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Elite Bartending is an event staffing and workforce management platform designed for bartenders, clients, and administrators. Team members can browse upcoming events, request shifts, manage their schedules, communicate with their team, receive announcements and notifications, and clock in or out when they arrive at an event. Administrators can create and publish events, manage staffing and position requirements, review requests, manage employee records, oversee attendance, communicate with staff, and maintain client information. Clients can create and manage their events, review staffing information, and coordinate directly with the Elite Bartending team. Features include: • Event scheduling and staffing • Shift requests and approvals • Event and direct messaging • Push notifications and announcements • Geofenced clock-in and clock-out • Employee profiles and certifications • Event documents and attachments • Attendance management • Client event management Elite Bartending keeps event operations, staffing, and communication organized in one place.

Screenshots

shiftNOW4 screens
Elite Bartending4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Elite Bartending at 5.0 against shiftNOW's 4.6. shiftNOW's advantage is ratings volume (506 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Elite Bartending holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: shiftNOW has 506 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
shiftNOW versus Elite Bartending: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametershiftNOWElite Bartending
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (506 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews42.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings506 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 9 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB38 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperShiftNOWAndres Botia

Customer experience

shiftNOW

All ratings483 ratings
Positive89.2%
Neutral2.7%
Negative8.1%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive42.1%
Neutral15.8%
Negative42.1%

Elite Bartending

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

Elite Bartending

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

shiftNOW

No in-app purchases

None

Elite Bartending

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is shiftNOW free?
shiftNOW is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Elite Bartending free?
Elite Bartending is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, shiftNOW or Elite Bartending?
Elite Bartending is rated higher. shiftNOW averages 4.6 out of 5 from 506 ratings, while Elite Bartending averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do shiftNOW or Elite Bartending have ads?
Neither shiftNOW nor Elite Bartending shows ads.

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