ShiftReply vs Planday: US vs UK Scheduling Software

Planday is a big player in Europe (owned by Xero). They are great for hospitality businesses, especially in the UK.

But for US businesses, there are some things to consider.

Pricing Currency

Planday pricing often starts around £2.99 GBP or €3.50 EUR. In USD, that's roughly $3.75 - $4.00 per user.

For 20 staff, that's $80/month.

## Complexity

Planday is designed for complex labor laws (especially European ones). It handles contracts, vacation accruals, and strict break compliance.

This is amazing if you are in London or Berlin.

But if you are a small cafe in Ohio? It's a lot of overhead.

## ShiftReply: Simple and US-Focused

ShiftReply is $10/month.

We don't handle complex EU labor directives. We just handle "Can you work Friday?".

## Conclusion

If you are a US-based small business, using a tool designed for complex international labor laws is usually overkill. You end up paying a premium for compliance features you'll never turn on.

Stick to simple tools that solve your immediate problem.