# Shifto vs BCNU Connect

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Shifto at 100% against BCNU Connect's 0%. BCNU Connect's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Shifto sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. BCNU Connect asks for nothing beyond the download.

Shifto ships an update every 2 weeks, BCNU Connect weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Shifto | BCNU Connect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 31 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Matthew Astachnowicz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1605582415) | [British Columbia Nurses Union](https://appshunter.io/developer/1686625549) |

## What reviewers say

### Shifto

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shifto/id6471654226)

Easily plan your shift work schedule and coordinate with friends. Share your availability with others and customize your calendar to fit your unique shifts. Enjoy your time off with a clear overview of your schedule.

**Highlights:** Shift work scheduling, Friend and group coordination, Shareable schedules, Customizable shift types, At-a-glance calendar view

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium (monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium (for life) | $14.99 | one-time |


### BCNU Connect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bcnu-connect/id6757203467)

This app provides union members with real-time updates on union and bargaining news, educational resources, and access to collective agreements. It facilitates communication with elected officials and allows members to share feedback through surveys.

**Highlights:** Real-time union and bargaining updates, Educational modules on rights and bargaining, Surveys and quick polls for feedback, Contact information for elected officials, Access to collective agreements, Powerful contract search functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Shifto free?

Shifto is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is BCNU Connect free?

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

### Do Shifto or BCNU Connect have ads?

Neither Shifto nor BCNU Connect shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Shifto or BCNU Connect?

Shifto ships an update every 2 weeks, and BCNU Connect weekly. Most recently, Shifto was updated on November 4, 2026 and BCNU Connect on November 5, 2026.

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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.*