# OnShift Mobile vs symplr Workforce

The clearest difference is rating: symplr Workforce at 2.2 against OnShift Mobile's 1.4. symplr Workforce also leads on ratings volume (2.1K vs 258). OnShift Mobile's advantage is iOS requirement (12.2 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, 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.

symplr Workforce holds the better App Store score, 2.2 against 1.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: symplr Workforce has 2.1K ratings behind it against 258, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 5% of OnShift Mobile's written reviews are positive against 3% of symplr Workforce's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

OnShift Mobile ships an update every 2 months, symplr Workforce every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | OnShift Mobile | symplr Workforce |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.4 (258 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onshift-mobile/id600755207/reviews) | **[2.2 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/symplr-workforce/id934444927/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 258 | **2.1K** |
| Positive reviews | **4.7% of reviews** | 3.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 59 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.2** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [OnShift, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/469592902) | [symplr software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/505907766) |

## What reviewers say

### OnShift Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onshift-mobile/id600755207)

Manage your work schedule, communicate with colleagues, and handle shift requests on the go. This app allows employees to view their schedule, respond to messages, and request time off. Schedulers can manage call-offs and communicate with staff efficiently.

**Highlights:** View schedule anytime, anywhere, Receive and reply to messages, Manage open shift notifications, Request shifts, fill-ins, and time off, Set communication preferences, Manage call-offs, Contact staff via Employee Directory

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Convenient for scheduling

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 🔍 Unreliable connectivity
- ⏱️ Slow performance
- 🔒 Login and password issues
- 💸 Wallet/pay issues

**Reported bugs**

- Constant log-outs and login issues
- Scheduling information not always accurate
- Wallet/pay feature frequently not working
- App freezes and crashes often

**Requested features**

- Improve stability and reliability
- Add fingerprint/biometric login
- Enhance scheduling and shift management features
- Integrate with external calendars
- Improve wallet/pay functionality


### symplr Workforce

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/symplr-workforce/id934444927)

This app allows employees to manage their schedules, request time off, and clock in/out with location verification. Managers can oversee employee timecards, approve requests, and monitor staffing levels to ensure optimal workforce management.

**Highlights:** Self-scheduling and shift requests, Location-based clocking with alerts, Timecard management and approval, Request time off, View employee schedules and timecards, Monitor staffing levels

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 👍 Convenient for clocking in/out
- 🔒 Secure login options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent login issues
- 🔍 Confusing schedule display
- ⏱️ Slow app performance
- 🔒 Unreliable biometrics
- 🤔 Unintuitive user interface

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent clock-in/out registration
- Timecard errors and discrepancies
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Schedule not accurately reflecting shifts

**Requested features**

- Ability to view full team schedules
- Option to customize schedule display
- Improved calendar integration
- Streamlined login process
- More flexible time editing capabilities


## Frequently asked questions

### Is OnShift Mobile free?

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

### Is symplr Workforce free?

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

### Which has better reviews, OnShift Mobile or symplr Workforce?

symplr Workforce is rated higher. OnShift Mobile averages 1.4 out of 5 from 258 ratings, while symplr Workforce averages 2.2 from 2.1K ratings.

### Do OnShift Mobile or symplr Workforce have ads?

Neither OnShift Mobile nor symplr Workforce shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, OnShift Mobile or symplr Workforce?

OnShift Mobile ships an update every 2 months, and symplr Workforce every 5 weeks. Most recently, OnShift Mobile was updated on September 23, 2026 and symplr Workforce on September 25, 2026.

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