# Workday vs UKG Pro

Workday and UKG Pro both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 31% of Workday's written reviews are positive against 9% of UKG Pro's. Workday also leads on ratings volume (1.9M vs 315K). UKG Pro's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

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

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Workday against 4.7 for UKG Pro. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Workday has 1.9M ratings behind it against 315K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 31% of Workday's written reviews are positive against 9% of UKG Pro's.

Workday ships an update fortnightly, UKG Pro every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Workday | UKG Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.9M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workday/id316800034/reviews) | [4.7 (315K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ukg-pro/id6445849909/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.9M** | 315K |
| Positive reviews | **30.7% of reviews** | 9.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | #10 | **#9** |
| Size | 237 MB | 286 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Workday](https://appshunter.io/developer/316800037) | [UKG INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1795651722) |

## What reviewers say

### Workday

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/workday/id316800034)

**Currently charting:** #10 Top Free · Business, #125 Top Free (US App Store)

Access your enterprise workplace tools securely from your mobile device. Manage time off, view pay, submit expenses, and approve requests. Stay connected with company directory and learning resources, all with robust data security.

**Highlights:** View pay and request time off, Submit timesheets and expenses, Approve employee requests, Access company directory, Take learning courses, View reports and dashboards, Secure data access with biometrics

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient mobile access
- 📊 Useful features (time tracking, pay stubs, learning)
- 👍 Easy to use for basic tasks
- 💡 Potential for improvement with better UI/UX

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent login issues and password resets
- 🕰️ Slow performance and loading times
- 👎 Not very intuitive or user-friendly
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with app permissions
- 🤔 Limited functionality compared to web version

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes frequently
- Time off requests not working as expected
- Inconsistent behavior across mobile and web versions

**Requested features**

- Ability to view and manage leave balances
- Streamlined time entry and approval process
- Improved navigation and task flow
- Integration with calendar and other productivity apps


### UKG Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ukg-pro/id6445849909)

**Currently charting:** #9 Top Free · Business, #120 Top Free (US App Store)

This mobile app provides employees with secure access to HR information, time tracking, and goal setting. Managers can manage requests, approve timecards, and gain insights through reports. It aims to enhance productivity and engagement for a better work experience.

**Highlights:** View and update HR and pay information, Clock in/out and track time, Manage time off requests, Set and track professional goals, Engage and chat with teammates, Manage employee requests and timecards (for managers)

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 💡 Convenient all-in-one app
- 🔒 Secure with 2FA

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- ⏱️ Slow and unresponsive
- 🔑 Difficult login process
- 🤯 Confusing navigation and UI

**Reported bugs**

- Face ID/biometrics not working
- Repeated log-outs and loss of login info
- Blank screens and loading issues

**Requested features**

- Calendar view for schedules
- Ability to swap/pick up shifts
- Improved payslip breakdown


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Workday free?

Workday is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is UKG Pro free?

UKG Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Workday or UKG Pro?

Workday and UKG Pro are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1.9M and 315K ratings respectively.

### Do Workday or UKG Pro have ads?

Neither Workday nor UKG Pro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Workday or UKG Pro?

Workday ships an update fortnightly, and UKG Pro every 2 weeks. Most recently, Workday was updated on October 15, 2026 and UKG Pro on October 15, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Workday or UKG Pro?

Workday currently peaks at #10 in the App Store charts, and UKG Pro at #9. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*