7shifts
8.4#1 in employee scheduling softwareFrom $39.99 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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HotSchedules
6.3#14 in restaurant labor management softwareAndroidiOSWeb
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| Fact | 7shifts | HotSchedules |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2014 | 1999 |
| Headquarters | Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada | Austin, Texas, United States |
| Scheduling | Managers can create schedules with drag-and-drop or automatic scheduling using availability, time off, roles, labor targets and forecasts. | Managers can build schedules using real sales and labor data, while employees receive mobile access and real-time updates. |
| Security | 7shifts says it encrypts data in transit with SSL/TLS 1.2 and at rest with AES 256, and describes PCI-DSS compliance and security audits. | Fourth says it uses secured communication channels, password protection, limited-access systems and per-user least-privilege access controls. |
7shifts plans
- CompFree
- Premium (up to 30 employees)$149.99 a month
- Premium (31+ employees)$199.99 a month
- CompFree
- Essentials$39.99 a month
- 7shifts Payroll add-on$39.99 a month
HotSchedules plans
- HotSchedules Scheduling & Team ManagementPriced on request
Pick 7shifts if…
It suits restaurant owners, administrators, managers, and employees handling schedules, hiring, training, payroll, or tips. Its free Comp plan is limited to one location and 15 employees.
Pick HotSchedules if…
HotSchedules suits restaurant and hospitality operators that need scheduling, labor coordination, and compliance tools, along with employees who want mobile access to schedules and updates.