EpicShifts vs ZoomShift
ZoomShift is a simple, low-cost scheduler priced per team member. EpicShifts is flat-rate with unlimited employees and a built-in shift marketplace — so your bill does not climb as you hire.
By Dustin Hanke, Founder, EpicShifts · Updated August 2026
EpicShifts vs ZoomShift at a glance
ZoomShift is a clean, easy scheduling and time-tracking app priced per active team member, with a free plan for up to 20 users. EpicShifts is flat-rate — so paid costs stay flat as you add staff — and adds the Open Shifts Marketplace, schedule-tied messaging, and AI auto-scheduling on Business.
ZoomShift pricing (2026) vs EpicShifts
ZoomShift is priced per active team member, per month. EpicShifts is flat-rate: Free (10 employees, 1 location), Crew $39/mo, Business $79/mo + $69/extra location, Enterprise $149/mo. Unlimited employees on every paid plan.
| ZoomShift plan | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Essentials | $0 | Up to 20 users, 1 location |
| Starter | $2/active team member/mo | Unlimited users + locations; annual discount advertised |
| Premium | $4/active team member/mo | Unlimited users + locations; annual discount advertised |
What would your team pay? ZoomShift vs EpicShifts
| Team size | EpicShifts | ZoomShift |
|---|---|---|
| 15 employees | $39/mo (Crew, unlimited employees) | $0 (Essentials, up to 20 users) |
| 40 employees | $39–$79/mo flat | $80–$160/mo (40 × $2–$4) |
| 80 employees | $39–$79/mo flat | $160–$320/mo (80 × $2–$4) |
ZoomShift (Per active team member, per month): ZoomShift: Essentials free (up to 20 users, 1 location); Starter $2 and Premium $4 per active team member/month, with unlimited users and locations on paid plans (ZoomShift advertises an additional discount for annual payment). 14-day trial. As of August 2026.
| Feature | EpicShifts | ZoomShift |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Flat-rate per plan | Per active team member, per month |
| Cost for ~40 employees (paid) | $39–$79/mo flat | ~$80–$160/mo (40 × $2–$4) |
| Free plan | Yes — 10 employees, 1 location | Yes — 20 users, 1 location |
| Open Shifts Marketplace (post, claim, swap, cross-location) | Yes — core feature | Shift swaps / open shifts |
| Team messaging tied to the schedule | Yes — DMs, team threads, announcements | Team communication |
| AI auto-scheduling | Yes (Business) | Auto-scheduling (Premium) |
| GPS / geofenced clock-in | GPS + photo (Crew+) | Geofence time clock (Premium) |
| POS integrations | Square, Toast, Clover | Limited |
| Native iOS + Android apps | Yes | Yes |
Where EpicShifts wins
- Flat-rate vs per-member: a 40-person team is ~$39–$79/month flat on EpicShifts vs roughly $80–$160/month on ZoomShift — and the gap widens as you hire.
- The Open Shifts Marketplace (post, claim, swap, cross-location) is a core feature, not just basic shift swaps.
- Schedule-tied messaging, AI auto-scheduling, and POS integrations (Square, Toast, Clover) on paid plans.
Where ZoomShift is strong
- Very simple and easy to set up — a strong fit if you just need basic scheduling and a time clock.
- Low per-member price ($2–$4) that can be cheaper than a flat plan for very small teams.
- A free plan for up to 20 users, no contracts, and a seasonal pause option.
Pick ZoomShift if you have a small team, want the simplest possible scheduler with a time clock, and per-member pricing stays cheap at your headcount.
Frequently asked questions
Is EpicShifts cheaper than ZoomShift?
Past roughly 20 employees on paid plans, usually yes — EpicShifts is flat-rate (Crew $39/mo, Business $79/mo) while ZoomShift charges $2–$4 per active team member, so the per-member total climbs as you hire. For a handful of people, ZoomShift’s per-member pricing can be cheaper.
How much does ZoomShift cost?
ZoomShift’s Essentials plan is free for up to 20 users at one location. Paid plans are Starter at $2 and Premium at $4 per active team member per month, with a discount for annual billing (as of August 2026). A 40-person team therefore pays roughly $80–$160/month. EpicShifts is flat-rate — Crew $39/mo or Business $79/mo — with unlimited employees.
What does EpicShifts add over ZoomShift?
EpicShifts adds the Open Shifts Marketplace (post, claim, swap, and cross-location moves), schedule-tied messaging, AI auto-scheduling on Business, and POS integrations (Square, Toast, Clover) — beyond ZoomShift’s simpler scheduling and time-clock focus — while staying flat-rate.
See why teams switch to EpicShifts
Flat-rate, unlimited employees, and the Open Shifts Marketplace. Start free — no credit card.
Dustin Hanke, Founder, EpicShifts — Dustin builds EpicShifts and writes about scheduling, labor cost, and shift-work operations for restaurants and other hourly teams.
ZoomShift details reflect that company's publicly listed information as of August 2026 and may have changed — please verify on their website. ZoomShift and all other names are trademarks of their respective owners; EpicShifts is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by ZoomShift. Comparison provided for informational purposes.We Value Your Privacy
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