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Compare Nurse Scheduling Software

Nurse scheduling tools help organize staff shifts; compare self-scheduling, shift swaps, open-shift management and staffing rules to find a fit.

The board shows a signal score out of 10, plus marks for a public API, open-source code and a free tier. Compare those with mobile platforms, integrations and pricing.

  • 20 platforms
  • 2 with a public API on this page
  • 2 with a free tier
  • Checked 28 Sept 2026
  1. 1
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    RosterLabrosterlab.com

    Roster software uses staffing needs, preferences and rules to build schedules; a free plan is available.

    6.6 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $20/mo
  2. 2
    WC
    Workforce.comworkforce.com

    A workforce platform available on the web and mobile, with an API and a 14-day trial.

    6.2 APIOpenFree From C$12.80/mo
  3. 3
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    Wardflowwardflow.health

    A hospital and clinic roster tool that handles leave, shift swaps and coverage rules.

    5.9 APIOpenFree —
  4. 4
    NM
    NurseGrid Managernursegrid.com

    A scheduling tool for managers and staff, with shift changes and mobile schedule updates.

    5.7 APIOpenFree From $5/mo
  5. 5
    H
    HealthRotahealthrota.co.uk

    A cloud roster tool with automatic scheduling, shift swaps and checks against work-time rules.

    5.5 APIOpenFree —
  6. 6
    S
    SmartLinxsmartlinx.com

    A senior-care workforce and HR platform for schedules, attendance, hiring and compliance reports.

    5.5 APIOpenFree —
  7. 7
    IP
    Infor Public Sectorinfor.com

    Infor Public Sector provides government, utility, and K-12 organizations with cloud ERP for financial management, procurement, reporting, and related…

    5.4 APIOpenFree —
  8. 8
    SS
    StaffReady Schedulingstaffready.com

    A cloud scheduling tool that uses staff availability, qualifications and staffing needs to build schedules.

    5.2 APIOpenFree —
  9. 9
    MH
    M7 Healthm7health.com

    M7 is an AI-powered workforce operations platform for healthcare, built for nurse and staff scheduling at hospitals and health systems.

    5.2 APIOpenFree —
  10. 10
    S
    ShiftAssistshiftassist.in

    A scheduling tool with a free plan, shift swapping and staffing rules.

    5.1 APIOpenFree Free tier
  11. 11
    SH
    Softworks Hospital Employee Schedulingsoftworks.com

    A hospital scheduling tool with self-scheduling, shift swaps, open shifts and staffing rules.

    4.5 APIOpenFree —
  12. 12
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    OnShiftonshift.com

    A web and mobile scheduling tool for staff to choose shifts, trade them and fill openings.

    4.4 APIOpenFree —
  13. 13
    L
    Lantumlantum.com

    A web and mobile workforce scheduling tool with staffing rules.

    4.3 APIOpenFree —
  14. 14
    H
    HealthRosterrldatix.com

    A web and mobile roster tool with staffing rules and links to casual and agency management solutions.

    4.3 APIOpenFree —
  15. 15
    NA
    NHS At Worknhsatwork.com

    A web and mobile scheduling tool with shift swaps and connections to TempRE and ESR.

    4.3 APIOpenFree —
  16. 16
    SW
    symplr Workforcesymplr.com

    A mobile workforce tool with self-scheduling, open shifts and credential tracking.

    4.1 APIOpenFree —
  17. 17
    KA
    Kōami Workforcekoami.in

    A web-based nurse scheduling tool with shift swaps and links to hospital and clinical systems.

    4.0 APIOpenFree —
  18. 18
    SE
    SARD eRosteringsardjv.co.uk

    A web roster tool with staff-chosen shifts, shift trades and staffing rules.

    4.0 APIOpenFree —
  19. 19
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    ShiftHiveshifthive.com
    4.0 APIOpenFree —
  20. 20
    N
    Nurvonurvo.de

    A web roster tool for staff shifts, swaps and open shifts, from €9 a month annually.

    4.0 APIOpenFree —

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How to choose

Which shift-planning features should I compare?

Compare self-scheduling, shift swapping, open-shift management and staffing rules.

These fields help you see whether a tool matches the way your team plans and adjusts shifts.

Which platforms does the scheduling tool need to run on?

Choose a tool that runs on the platforms your staff and schedulers use.

The board compares web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS and API availability. A public API can let other software connect to a tool.

How should I compare nurse scheduling software prices?

Check the free-plan mark and the listed starting price, then confirm what a paid plan costs for your needs.

A free trial is different from a free plan: a trial lets you try paid software for a set period, while a free plan has no stated end date.

How can I check whether a tool integrates with my apps?

Check the tool's integration details against the apps your workplace already uses.

The board compares integrations and public API availability. For example, HealthRota lists an API, while HealthRoster lists web, iOS and Android platforms.

Questions

What features should I look for in nurse scheduling software?

Compare self-scheduling, shift swapping, open-shift management and staffing rules, along with platforms, integrations and pricing.

Can nurses use scheduling software on their phones?

The board compares iOS and Android availability. Check the platform marks for the specific tool you are considering.

What is the difference between a free plan and a free trial?

A free plan has no stated end date; a free trial lets you try paid software for a set period.

How do I know if nurse scheduling software works with my apps?

Compare its integrations with the apps you use. Check whether it offers a public API if you need another way for software to connect.

Why does a nurse scheduling tool have a signal score?

The score out of 10 reflects published information about use, public API access, documentation depth, open-source code and a free tier.

Some top positions on this board can be paid placements, standing where they were sold. The facts on each platform are not for sale. How we rank · Disclosure