Best Work Rota Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.8 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

Finding the right work rota apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 249+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Work Rota Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1WorkRotaWorkRotaFree—NoNoOct 2026
2Rota Calendar: Shift PlannerRota Calendar: Shift PlannerFree4.7★ (732)NoYesNov 2026
3My Shift Planner - CalendarMy Shift Planner - CalendarFree4.8★ (3.6K)YesYesNov 2026
4Shift Calendar: Work RosterShift Calendar: Work RosterFree—YesNoSep 2026
5Employee Shift SchedulerEmployee Shift SchedulerFree—NoYesAug 2026
6ShiftKal: Shift Work CalendarShiftKal: Shift Work CalendarFree4.6★ (27)NoYesNov 2026
7Deputy: Shift Schedule MakerDeputy: Shift Schedule MakerFree4.8★ (6.3K)NoYesNov 2026
8Shift Calendar & Work RosterShift Calendar & Work RosterFree5.0★ (5)NoYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Work Rota

Rota Calendar: Shift Planner#2

Rota Calendar: Shift Planner by JRW Studio Limited

Rotating Work Schedule Maker
Strong Contender
📊 Productivity
4.7😐(732 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Easily plan your life around work with this shift worker's calendar. See your schedule years in advance, customize shifts with colors and emojis, and sync with your existing calendars. Share your availability with others.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to program repeatable rota/roster pattern
  • 👍 Keeps track of work and personal life
  • 👍 Ideal for shift work schedules
  • 👍 Syncs with other calendars
  • 👍 Configurable for different shift types
  • 👍 Allows multiple shift patterns

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Issues with recent updates overriding or deleting existing shifts
  • 🐛 Crashes when trying to airdrop shifts
  • 🐛 Inability to save individual shift changes
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
  • 🔒 Concerns over subscription model and loss of functionality for previous paid users
My Shift Planner - Calendar#3

My Shift Planner - Calendar by MyBuzz Technologies Limited

Plan Roster Shifts & Time Off
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
4.8😊(3.6K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app helps shift workers manage their complex schedules, track earnings, and plan personal time. It offers a clear view of work, overtime, and availability, adapting to various shift patterns for better work-life balance.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Customizable shift patterns
  • 💡 Ability to share schedules with family/coworkers
  • 👍 Helpful for planning ahead
  • 👍 Versatile for different work schedules
  • 👍 Convenient for shift workers
  • 👍 Excellent customer support

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs or glitches
  • 💡 Could use more customization options
  • 💡 Wish it had more integration with other calendars

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FAQ about Work Rota

Are there free work rota apps for iPhone?
Yes — 20 of the top work rota apps we rank are free to download, including WorkRota and Rota Calendar: Shift Planner.
WorkRota has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 249+ work rota apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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