Sling vs Deputy
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of Homebase vs When I Work vs 7shifts: 11 Best Employee Scheduling Software 2026 and UKG Pro Workforce Management vs Rippling vs ADP Workforce Now: 11 Best Workforce Management Software Platforms 2026. Last verified June 16, 2026.
The short answer
Deputy ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 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. Top-rated mobile app makes scheduling easy for everyone.
At a glance
| Sling | Deputy | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / Homebase vs When I Work vs 7shifts: 11 Best Employee Scheduling Software 2026 | #4 / UKG Pro Workforce Management vs Rippling vs ADP Workforce Now: 11 Best Workforce Management Software Platforms 2026 |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.6 | 8.6 |
| Best for | Best free option for Square users | Best mobile experience for hourly staff. |
| Pricing | $ ($0 to $4/user/mo) | $ ($4 to $6 PEPM) |
| HQ | New York, USA | Sydney, Australia |
| Founded | 2015 | 2008 |
Sling
Offers unlimited scheduling for free; now part of Square.
getsling.comSee full entry in Homebase vs When I Work vs 7shifts: 11 Best Employee Scheduling Software 2026
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