# Shift Planning Calendar vs Shift Work Calendar & Schedule

Shift Planning Calendar and Shift Work Calendar & Schedule both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 83% of Shift Planning Calendar's written reviews are positive against 47% of Shift Work Calendar & Schedule's. Shift Planning Calendar also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Shift Planning Calendar sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Shift Work Calendar & Schedule sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Shift Planning Calendar against 4.6 for Shift Work Calendar & Schedule. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 817 and 368 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 83% of Shift Planning Calendar's written reviews are positive against 47% of Shift Work Calendar & Schedule's.

Shift Planning Calendar ships an update every 5 weeks, Shift Work Calendar & Schedule every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Shift Planning Calendar | Shift Work Calendar & Schedule |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (817 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-planning-calendar/id547035346/reviews)** | [4.6 (368 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-work-calendar-and-schedule/id1582981509/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **817** | 368 |
| Positive reviews | **82.9% of reviews** | 46.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 35 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kosuke Hamada](https://appshunter.io/developer/515812363) | [4TH FLOOR APPS SIA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1582981511) |

## What reviewers say

### Shift Planning Calendar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-planning-calendar/id547035346)

This app simplifies shift work management for individuals. It allows for quick entry of recurring shifts, comparison of schedules with friends, and easy sharing of your work calendar via email or as a lock screen image.

**Highlights:** Quick shift input with icons, Compare schedules with friends, Auto-create email of shifts, Bluetooth shift exchange, Calendar snapshot for lock screen, All features available from start

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Icon Set  theme01 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Icon Set  theme02 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Icon Set  theme03 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Icon Set  theme04 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Icon Set  theme05 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Calendar Frame  theme01 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Calendar Frame  theme02 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Calendar Frame  theme03 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Reasonable Icons Set  theme01~05 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Reasonable Calendar Frame Set  theme01~05 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Customizable icons
- 👍 Helps stay organized
- 👍 Great for shift work
- 👍 Convenient to have schedule on phone

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Issues with data transfer on new device
- 🔒 Concerns about paid subscription
- 💡 Could use more icon options
- 💡 Wish it had more features like sharing calendar

**Reported bugs**

- Shift data not transferring to new device
- Paid subscription not recognized on new device
- Calendar not displaying properly on larger screens

**Requested features**

- Ability to repeat/copy shifts
- Automatic shift pattern generation
- Integration with other calendars
- More customization options
- Notifications for upcoming shifts


### Shift Work Calendar & Schedule

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-work-calendar-and-schedule/id1582981509)

Organize your work and personal life with this calendar app designed for shift workers. Easily plan your days off, track income, and manage complex schedules. Supports multiple calendars for different jobs or colleagues.

**Highlights:** Create custom and preset shift patterns, Track income and hourly rates, Manage multiple job calendars, Input personal events and vacations, Analyze working hours and earnings, Compare schedules with coworkers, Backup and restore calendars

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month of Shift Work Calendar | $0.99 | per month |
| Shift Work Calendar Premium | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month of Shift Work Calendar | $2.99 | per month |
| 3 Months Shift Work Schedule | $5.99 | per 3 months |
| 1 Year of Shift Work Calendar | $11.99 | per year |
| 1 Year of Shift Work Calendar | $11.99 | per year |
| 1 Year of Shift Work Calendar | $11.99 | per year |
| 1 Year of Shift Work Calendar | $22.99 | per year |
| Shift Work Lifetime Premium | $12.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Shift Planning Calendar free?

Shift Planning Calendar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Shift Work Calendar & Schedule free?

Shift Work Calendar & Schedule is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Shift Planning Calendar or Shift Work Calendar & Schedule?

Shift Planning Calendar is rated higher. Shift Planning Calendar averages 4.7 out of 5 from 817 ratings, while Shift Work Calendar & Schedule averages 4.6 from 368 ratings.

### Do Shift Planning Calendar or Shift Work Calendar & Schedule have ads?

Shift Work Calendar & Schedule shows ads; Shift Planning Calendar does not.

### Which is updated more often, Shift Planning Calendar or Shift Work Calendar & Schedule?

Shift Planning Calendar ships an update every 5 weeks, and Shift Work Calendar & Schedule every 3 weeks. Most recently, Shift Planning Calendar was updated on October 29, 2026 and Shift Work Calendar & Schedule on October 30, 2026.

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