Best Substitute Apps

245+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated September 2026

The best substitute apps on iPhone average 4.3★ across 245+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated September 2026.

Compare top Substitute Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Frontline EducationFrontline EducationFree4.7★ (82K)NoNoOct 2026
2SubAlert for Frontline EdSubAlert for Frontline EdFree4.8★ (15K)NoNoOct 2026
3SmartFind ExpressSmartFind ExpressFree4.5★ (15K)NoNoOct 2026
4Red Rover K12Red Rover K12Free4.7★ (47K)NoNoOct 2026
5Subbey: Substitute Teacher AppSubbey: Substitute Teacher AppFree5.0★ (93)NoNoSep 2026
6Substitute Teacher LogSubstitute Teacher LogFree—NoYesSep 2026
7Swing Subs - For SubstitutesSwing Subs - For SubstitutesFree1.7★ (23)NoNoOct 2026
8Substitute NowSubstitute NowFree—NoNoMay 2026

Top Picks for Substitute

4.7😞(82K ratings)
Free
#72in Education
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Manage your work schedule and employee information from anywhere. Check leave balances, submit absence requests, and find colleagues quickly. Receive important alerts directly on your phone.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use app
  • 👍 Convenient for accepting jobs
  • 💡 Helpful notifications for new jobs

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent login issues
  • 🐛 Notifications not working consistently
  • 🐛 Glitches and crashes
  • 🔒 Security concerns with logging out frequently
SubAlert for Frontline Ed#2

SubAlert for Frontline Ed by SubstituteAlert.com

for Frontline Education subs
Strong Contender
📚 Education
4.8😊(15K ratings)
Free
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Get instant job alerts for substitute teaching positions through notifications, text, or calls. Book jobs with a single click, view job details, and sync your schedule with your device's calendar. Filter alerts to receive only desired job opportunities.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Faster than Frontline and Jobulator
  • 👍 Convenient and easy to use
  • 📆 Syncs with calendar
  • 🗺️ Provides school address and directions
  • 💰 Worth the monthly cost

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with notifications
  • ⏱️ Jobs get booked quickly
  • 🔍 Difficult to comprehend all the information at once
SmartFind Express#3

SmartFind Express by PowerSchool Group LLC

Mobile App for Substitutes
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.5😞(15K ratings)
Free
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This mobile application is designed for substitute teachers. It provides a convenient platform for managing substitute assignments and related tasks.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Convenient app for substitute teachers
  • 📆 Helpful calendar and job tracking features
  • ⏱️ Quick and easy to use

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and loading issues
  • 🔄 Filters and settings not saved between sessions
  • 🔕 Lack of push notifications for new jobs
  • 🤔 Confusing UI and navigation

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FAQ about Substitute

What are the best substitute apps for iPhone?
Frontline Education tops our substitute apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 82K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top substitute apps we rank are free to download, including Frontline Education and SubAlert for Frontline Ed.
Frontline Education has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 245+ substitute apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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