HotSchedules vs SocialSchedules Comparison

92% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

HotSchedules

Employee Scheduling Software

4.3 285 user ratings

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89% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

SocialSchedules

Employee Scheduling Software

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Overview

Description

HotSchedules provides a cloud-based operating platform, as well as supporting solutions and services for the restaurant, retail, and hospitality industries. Schedule faster, improve scheduling and forecasting accuracy, and improve labor costs. Plus, team members can trade shifts and communicate via the mobile app. Hire the best people quickly and easily. The flexible, digital processes let you recruit the way you want and give applicants the best possible experience. Approval workflows ensure compliance with no delays or cumbersome admin. Read more

Schedule faster, reduce labor costs, communicate better, stay labor compliant. Availability and time off in one place. Communicate changes instantly and receive confirmations. Capture timecards through our TimeClock, control overtime costs and export to payroll. Make sure employees take their breaks - in accordance with local labor laws. Read more

Pricing Options

Free Trial Available
HotSchedules Offers Custom plan.

Free Trial Not Available
Starts at $12.99. Offers Free-forever and Custom plan.

SW Score & Breakdown

92% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more

100%
Reviews

94%
Momentum

63%
Popularity

84%

89% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more

98%
Reviews

78%
Momentum

70%
Popularity

73%

Features

Total Features	11 Features	10 Features
Common Features for All	Automated Scheduling Helps to automate the scheduling processes to reduce paperwork, provide a comprehensive solution and ensure timely updates Compliance Tracking Helps in tracking and monitoring and auditing all the regulatory compliance requirements Drag and drop Builder Has a pick-and-drop feature for easier designing Employee Portal User panel for employees to view, manage their information and requests Employee Timeclock Seamlessly record time in/out of the shifts and export timesheets to payroll platform. Predefined Templates It holds a bundle of built-in templates that can be used in the projects Real-time Reporting Allows users to check campaign real-time status as it happens Reminders Sends important reminders through email to attendees Shift Swapping Allow employees to exchange shifts with other qualified employees conveniently. Staff Notification Alerts the employee via email, text, and push notifications upon any new events or changes. Workforce Forecasting Automatically predict future workforce needs based on historical data and proactively plan for shortcomings. It illustrates the staffing plan for a specific time period to effectively address both understaffing and overstaffing concerns. + 8 More - Show Less	Automated Scheduling Helps to automate the scheduling processes to reduce paperwork, provide a comprehensive solution and ensure timely updates Compliance Tracking Helps in tracking and monitoring and auditing all the regulatory compliance requirements Drag and drop Builder Has a pick-and-drop feature for easier designing Employee Portal User panel for employees to view, manage their information and requests Employee Timeclock Seamlessly record time in/out of the shifts and export timesheets to payroll platform. Predefined Templates It holds a bundle of built-in templates that can be used in the projects Real-time Reporting Allows users to check campaign real-time status as it happens Reminders Sends important reminders through email to attendees Shift Swapping Allow employees to exchange shifts with other qualified employees conveniently. Staff Notification Alerts the employee via email, text, and push notifications upon any new events or changes. Workforce Forecasting Automatically predict future workforce needs based on historical data and proactively plan for shortcomings. It illustrates the staffing plan for a specific time period to effectively address both understaffing and overstaffing concerns. + 7 More - Show Less

Technical Details

Organization Types Supported	Individuals Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business	Individuals Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business
Platforms Supported	SaaS/Web/Cloud Mobile - Android Mobile - iOS Installed - Windows	SaaS/Web/Cloud Mobile - Android Mobile - iOS Installed - Windows
Modes of Support	24/7 (Live rep) Business Hours Online	24/7 (Live rep) Business Hours Online
API Support	Available	Available

Reviews & Ratings

User Rating	4.3/5 285 user ratings	Not Available
Ratings Distribution	Excellent 48.4% Very Good 36.1% Average 12.6% Poor 0.7% Terrible 2.1%	Not Available
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Pricing

Pricing Options	Free Trial Available HotSchedules Offers Custom plan.	Free Trial Not Available Starts at $12.99. Offers Free-forever and Custom plan.
Pricing Plans Monthly Plans Annual Plans	HotSchedules Custom	Basic Free Starter $12.99 $15.99 per month Premium $33.99 $39.99 per month Enterprise Custom
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