7shifts vs Sling
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Employee Scheduling Software. Last verified June 16, 2026.
The short answer
7shifts ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #4) for Managers scheduling shifts for hourly workers, restaurants, retail, and healthcare. Purpose-built for restaurants with deep POS integrations and tip management.
At a glance
| 7shifts | Sling | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best Employee Scheduling Software | #4 / The 11 Best Employee Scheduling Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 8.6 |
| Best for | The standard for restaurants | Best free option for Square users |
| Pricing | $$$ ($0 to $12.50/user/mo) | $ ($0 to $4/user/mo) |
| HQ | Saskatoon, Canada | New York, USA |
| Founded | 2014 | 2015 |
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