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Restaurant staff scheduling compared: 7shifts, Homebase & Deputy
Overview of three scheduling and payroll tools used by hourly restaurant teams. Descriptions come from each vendor's public website. HostStack does not rank these, does not accept payment for position, and does not publish invented ratings or prices — check vendors for current pricing.
| Tool | What it is (vendor-stated) | Best for | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7shifts | Restaurant scheduling, payroll, tip management and team communication in one app. | Restaurants that need shift scheduling and labor compliance tools. | Site ↗ |
| Homebase | Employee scheduling, time clocks, payroll and hiring for hourly teams; has a free plan per vendor site. | Small hourly teams that want scheduling and time tracking. | Site ↗ |
| Deputy | Employee scheduling, HR, labor forecasting and payroll software. | Teams that want scheduling plus HR and payroll in one product. | Site ↗ |
What to check before choosing
- Free plan limits (employees, locations).
- Payroll availability in your country.
- Time clock and labor-law compliance features for your market.
- Mobile app for staff shift swaps.
- Integration with your POS.
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