Sling vs Planday
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 #8) for Managers scheduling shifts for hourly workers, restaurants, retail, and healthcare. Offers unlimited scheduling for free; now part of Square.
At a glance
| Sling | Planday | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / The 11 Best Employee Scheduling Software | #8 / The 11 Best Employee Scheduling Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.6 | 7.6 |
| Best for | Best free option for Square users | Best for European compliance |
| Pricing | $ ($0 to $4/user/mo) | $$$ (€2.99 to €6.99/user/mo) |
| HQ | New York, USA | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Founded | 2015 | 2004 |
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