RosterzenRosterzen Any industry
Automatic roster creation
Creates the roster automatically and keeps any unfilled shifts visible.
$39/monthup to 25 active workers
Rosterzen vs Deputy
Rosterzen vs Deputy at a glance
Deputy
Scheduling and time tracking
Deputy combines employee scheduling, time tracking and wider workforce tools.
Lite starts at $5 per user/month. Core, with auto-scheduling, is advertised at $6.50 USD per user/month on annual billing; month-to-month pricing differs.
25 workers: Rosterzen $39/month vs Deputy Core $162.50/month for auto-scheduling.
Rosterzen vs Deputy: features
| Feature | Rosterzen | Deputy |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic roster creation | Yes | Yes |
| Hours & rest rules | Yes | Yes |
| Qualifications | Yes | Yes |
| Time & attendance | Yes | Yes |
| Multiple locations | Yes | Yes |
| Unfilled shifts | Yes | Yes |
| Any industry | Yes | Yes |
Feature labels describe published capabilities, which can vary by plan. Ask each provider to demonstrate your required rules, credential-validity checks and unfilled-shift workflow using the same sample roster.
Where they differ
How schedules are built
Both products can build schedules automatically. Rosterzen starts from the coverage you need and the rules each worker must meet, then returns a roster and any gaps. Deputy combines auto-scheduling with a wider set of workforce tools.
Price
Rosterzen Starter is $39/month for up to 25 active workers. Deputy Core is advertised at $6.50 USD per user/month on annual billing, so 25 users is $162.50/month.
Who it suits
Rosterzen is built for teams that mainly want the roster created for them. Deputy suits teams that also want a broader workforce system around scheduling and time tracking.
Create your first roster
Use your own team and shifts. No account required.
EU data residency is an option
EU data residency and self-hosting are enterprise options. Contact our team to agree deployment scope and pricing.
Sources and comparison method
Published by Rosterzen. Official reference pages accessed 3 October 2026. We compare scheduling workflow, workforce fit and published pricing models. Rosterzen has a commercial interest in this comparison; the right choice depends on your required rules, locations and wider workforce tools.
Per-user examples multiply the displayed base rate by 25 users. They are price illustrations rather than binding quotes or a claim that all plans include identical features. Annual rates are monthly equivalents of an annual term. Confirm currency, taxes, minimum charges, add-ons and current plan eligibility with the provider.
Deputy
Deputy Core's $6.50 USD rate is the advertised annual monthly equivalent, excluding applicable taxes. Month-to-month rates and add-ons differ.
For our own plan limits, see Rosterzen pricing. Read our editorial standards or report an outdated detail to our team.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main difference between Rosterzen and Deputy?
Both products can build schedules automatically. Rosterzen starts from the coverage you need and the rules each worker must meet, then returns a roster and any gaps. Deputy combines auto-scheduling with a wider set of workforce tools.
How does Rosterzen pricing compare with Deputy?
Rosterzen Starter is $39/month for up to 25 active workers. Deputy Core is advertised at $6.50 USD per user/month on annual billing, so 25 users is $162.50/month.
Can Rosterzen store data in the EU?
EU data residency and self-hosting can be agreed through an enterprise contract. Contact our team for scope, availability and a quote.