Homebase vs Deputy
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Employee Scheduling Software (2026) and The 11 Best Workforce Management Software Platforms (2026). Last verified June 16, 2026.
The short answer
Homebase ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #4) for Managers scheduling shifts for hourly workers, restaurants, retail, and healthcare / Operations and HR managers scheduling staff, tracking time, and managing labor costs. Most functional free tier and all-in-one toolkit for single-location businesses.
At a glance
| Homebase | Deputy | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best Employee Scheduling Software (2026) | #4 / The 11 Best Workforce Management Software Platforms (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.2 | 8.6 |
| Best for | All-in-one for SMBs | Best mobile experience for hourly staff. |
| Pricing | $ ($0 to $10/user/mo) | $ ($4 to $6 PEPM) |
| HQ | San Francisco, USA | Sydney, Australia |
| Founded | 2014 | 2008 |
Homebase
Most functional free tier and all-in-one toolkit for single-location businesses.
joinhomebase.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Employee Scheduling Software (2026)
Deputy
Top-rated mobile app makes scheduling easy for everyone.
www.deputy.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Workforce Management Software Platforms (2026)
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