- Best for
- Shift-based businesses like retail, hospitality and healthcare
- Free plan
- No (trial may exist)
- Pricing
- Check the provider's website for current pricing in your currency.
- Company origin
- Australia
Overview
Deputy is workforce management app for rostering, time clocks, leave and labour-law compliance across many countries. It is a strong fit for shift-based businesses like retail, hospitality and healthcare. It is used internationally — check that it supports your country's tax rules, currency and payment methods.
Pros
- Easy shift scheduling
- Time clock with photo check-in
- Labour-cost reports
Cons
- Payroll needs integration
- Per-user pricing
Who should consider Deputy?
Consider it if you are among shift-based businesses like retail, hospitality and healthcare. Before you buy, test it with a week of real work, check the price for your number of users, and confirm you can export your data if you switch later.
Deputy alternatives
| Software | Best for | Free plan | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian businesses running monthly payroll | No (trial may exist) | IN | Visit | |
| Growing Indian companies wanting HR and payroll together | No (trial may exist) | IN | Visit | |
| Indian SMEs focused on payroll and attendance | Verify | IN | Visit | |
| US small businesses running payroll | No (trial may exist) | US | Visit | |
| Small teams managing attendance and leave | Verify | IN | Visit | |
| Mid-to-large enterprises standardising HR | No (trial may exist) | IN | Visit |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Deputy have a free plan?
It does not offer a permanent free plan, though a free trial may be available.
What is Deputy best for?
Shift-based businesses like retail, hospitality and healthcare.
What are the best alternatives to Deputy?
Zoho Payroll, Keka, greytHR, Gusto, Zoho People.