Sling vs Deputy
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Employee Scheduling Software. Last verified June 16, 2026.
The short answer
Sling ranks higher on Top 11 (#4 vs #5) for Managers scheduling shifts for hourly workers, restaurants, retail, and healthcare. Offers unlimited scheduling for free; now part of Square.
At a glance
| Sling | Deputy | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / The 11 Best Employee Scheduling Software | #5 / The 11 Best Employee Scheduling Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.6 | 8.3 |
| Best for | Best free option for Square users | Best for compliance and reporting |
| Pricing | $ ($0 to $4/user/mo) | $$ ($4.90 to $6/user/mo) |
| HQ | New York, USA | Sydney, Australia |
| Founded | 2015 | 2008 |
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