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# Deputy

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> Web-based solution that helps businesses schedule staff, track time \&amp; attendance, manage leave, export timesheets to payroll, and more.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **4.6/5** by 773 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Overview

### Who Uses Deputy?

Deputy serves businesses in various industries, including hospitality, hotel, retail, healthcare, construction, teaching, childcare, security, service and more.

## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.6/5** | 773 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: Deputy
- **Location**: Atlanta, US
- **Founded**: 2009

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: US$6,50
- **Pricing model**: Per User (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: 30-day free trial, no credit card required.&#10;&#10;Lite: $5.00/user/month&#10;Core: $6.50/user/month&#10;Pro: $9.00/user/month&#10;Enterprise: Custom pricing — contact sales&#10;&#10;Add-ons:&#10;Deputy HR: $2.00/user/month&#10;Analytics+: $1.50/user/month
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1 000, 1 001–5 000, 5 001–10 000, 10 000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)
- **Supported Languages**: Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Traditional Chinese
- **Available Countries**: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Ireland, Japan, New Zealand, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States

## Features

- Activity Dashboard
- Alerts/Notifications
- Applicant Tracking
- Application Management
- Assignment Management
- Attendance Management
- Attendance Tracking
- Audit Management
- Availability Management
- Biometric Recognition
- Calendar Management
- Calendar Sync
- Clock In/Out
- Collaboration Tools
- Commenting/Notes
- Communication Management
- Compliance Tracking
- Employee Database
- Employee Directory
- Employee Management
- Employee Profiles
- Faculty/Staff Management
- Feedback Management
- HR Management
- Leave Policy Management
- Leave Tracking
- Mobile Access
- Monitoring
- Online Scheduling
- Order Management
- Payroll Management
- Performance Management
- Real-time Scheduling
- Reminders
- Reporting/Analytics
- Resource Management
- Role-Based Permissions
- Scheduling
- Self Service Portal
- Shift Scheduling
- Status Tracking
- Surveys & Feedback
- Task Editing
- Task Management
- Template Management
- Time & Attendance
- Time Off Management
- Timesheet Management
- Vacation/Leave Tracking
- Workflow Management

... and 21 more features

## Integrations (56 total)

- ADP Workforce Now
- BambooHR
- Box
- Clover
- Dropbox Business
- Epos Now
- Equals
- Google Calendar
- Google Workspace
- Gusto
- HiBob
- IDEXX Neo
- Ideagen Procedure Management
- Indeed for Employers
- JobAdder

... and 41 more integrations

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base
- Phone Support
- Chat

## Category

- [Absence Management Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/33376/absence-management/software)

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## Reviews

### "Easy and helpful scheduling tool for everyday use" — 5.0/5

> **Portia** | *08 April 2026* | Hospital & Health Care | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
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> **Pros**: Deputy makes scheduling very easy and organised. It’s simple to use, and I like how I can see my shifts clearly and get updates quickly. It also helps with communication between staff and management, which makes work smoother.
> 
> **Cons**: Sometimes the app can be a bit slow or glitchy, especially when trying to load shifts. Also, some features are not very clear at first and take time to understand.
> 
> My experience with Deputy has been positive. It has made managing shifts and staying updated much easier. It’s a helpful tool for both staff and managers, even though there are small areas that could be improved.

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### "Deputy Review" — 5.0/5

> **Crystal** | *09 April 2025* | Veterinary | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: The month view of the schedule - as well as the easy ability to spot open shifts.
> 
> **Cons**: Unfortunately, the financial commitment to utilize Deputy was beyond our price point.
> 
> Wonderful\! I would absolutely recommend it for companies with small pools of employees.

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### "I itially ok but we outgrew it" — 3.0/5

> **Verified Reviewer** | *08 August 2025* | Retail | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Super easy interface for employees to use but feature add did not keep up with competitors in the market considering the price point
> 
> **Cons**: Integration with Xero was limiting to ensure payrol was run correctly without errors. Sometimes very slow to load.
> 
> Initially Deputy met our busi ess needs but as we grey it could not keep up necessitating us to switch providers.

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### "Reliable and User-Friendly Scheduling Software" — 5.0/5

> **Yasmin** | *06 April 2026* | Retail | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Deputy is really easy to use and saves a lot of time. I especially like the mobile app and how simple it is to manage schedules and shifts. I liked how user-friendly and intuitive Deputy is. It makes scheduling shifts, tracking hours, and managing team availability really simple. The ability for employees to swap shifts and communicate within the app also improves team coordination
> 
> **Cons**: At times, certain features aren’t very intuitive, especially for new users. It can take some time to fully understand all the tools and settings. I wish there was a different view for monthly schedules as well.
> 
> Overall, my experience with Deputy has been very positive. The platform provides a comprehensive and efficient solution for managing schedules, tracking employee hours, and maintaining clear communication within a team. Its user-friendly design reduces the learning curve and allows both managers and employees to navigate the system with ease. Despite some minor technical limitations, Deputy consistently delivers on its core functionalities and contributes to a more organized and productive workflow. It is a dependable tool that supports effective workforce management in a professional setting.

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### "Convenient and Reliable Scheduling Tool" — 5.0/5

> **Angelica** | *25 September 2025* | Education Management | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: I really liked how easy it was to clock in and out, request time off, and check my schedule. The app is simple to navigate and keeps everything in one place, which made it very convenient for staying on top of shifts. I also appreciated the notifications, since they helped me avoid missing any changes or updates.
> 
> **Cons**: Sometimes the app lagged or took a while to load, which was frustrating when I was in a rush. Also, there were times when schedule updates didn't show up right away, so I had to double-check with my manager.
> 
> Overall, my experience with Deputy has been positive. It's user friendly, keeps track of important scheduling information, and makes managing shifts a lot easier compared to older systems. While there are occasional technical glitches, the benefits outweigh the drawbacks, and it's definitely a helpful tool for employees and managers alike.

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