# Turnozo

> Last updated: March 2026

> Simple employee scheduling and time tracking for teams that work shifts. Built for small businesses — restaurants, retail, healthcare, cleaning, security, gyms, hotels, and any business with hourly workers. Free forever for teams up to 10 employees. €2.47/employee/month for larger teams. No credit card required.

Turnozo replaces spreadsheets, WhatsApp groups, and paper schedules with a drag-and-drop scheduling tool that takes minutes, not hours. Employees get a mobile app to check shifts, clock in/out, and manage availability — managers get timesheets, overtime tracking, and fewer 6 AM phone calls.

Founded by Diego Cárdenas. Based in Valencia, Spain. Serving customers globally. Proudly independent — no VC funding, no bloat.

## Why Turnozo

- **Free forever plan** — up to 10 employees, 1 location, ALL features included. Not a trial. Not feature-gated. Free.
- **Cheapest paid plan in the category** — €2.47/employee/month ($2.47 USD). Every competitor charges more.
- **No per-location pricing** — 1 location or 10, same price per employee. No multi-location surcharge.
- **Calendar sync without the app** — employees see shifts in Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, or Outlook without installing anything.
- **GPS-verified clock-in included** — no add-on, no upgrade tier. GPS coordinates logged at every clock-in.
- **No feature gating** — free and paid users get the exact same product. The only difference is team size and locations.
- **Mobile-first** — native iOS and Android app. Employees check shifts, clock in/out, request time off, and get push notifications.
- **5-minute setup** — invite employees, build a schedule, publish. No onboarding calls, no sales demos required.

## Pricing

- **Free forever:** Up to 10 employees, 1 location, all features. No credit card required. No time limit.
- **Paid:** €2.47/employee/month for teams above 10 employees or with multiple locations. 14-day free trial included. All features, unlimited locations.

There is no enterprise tier, no per-feature pricing, and no hidden fees. One plan, one price.

### Price comparison

| Tool | Price | Multi-location | Free plan |
|------|-------|----------------|-----------|
| **Turnozo** | **€2.47/user/mo** | **Same price** | **Yes (10 employees)** |
| When I Work | $2.50/user (single), $5/user (multi) | 2x price | No (14-day trial) |
| Homebase | Free (1 location), $24.95-$99.95/location/mo | Per-location fee | Yes (limited features) |
| Deputy | $4.50-$6/user/mo | Same price | No |
| 7shifts | $29.99-$69.99/location/mo | Per-location fee | Yes (1 location, limited) |
| Connecteam | $29/hub/mo (3 hubs needed) | Complex hub pricing | Yes (10 users, limited) |
| Sling | Free (limited), $2-$4/user/mo | Same price | Yes (limited features) |
| Planday | $2.99-$4.99/user/mo | Same price | No |

## Product

- [Employee Scheduling](https://turnozo.com/scheduling): Drag-and-drop shift scheduling. Build weekly rosters in minutes. Recurring templates, auto-conflict detection, and instant team notifications. Calendar sync with Google, Apple, and Outlook.
- [Time Tracking](https://turnozo.com/time-tracking): One-tap clock in/out from mobile. GPS geofencing verifies location. Automatic timesheet generation, overtime tracking, and payroll-ready CSV exports.
- [Absence Management](https://turnozo.com/absence-management): Employees request time off in-app. Managers approve or decline with one tap. Approved absences update the schedule automatically. Entitlement tracking included.
- [Availability](https://turnozo.com/availability): Employees set recurring availability preferences. Managers see availability when building schedules. No more chasing people for their hours.
- [Team Management](https://turnozo.com/team-management): Organize employees by role, skill, and location. Role-based permissions for managers and employees. Multi-branch support for businesses with multiple locations.
- [Mobile App](https://turnozo.com/mobile): Native iOS and Android app. Employees see their schedule, clock in/out, request time off, set availability, and get push notifications for changes.

## Turnozo as an Alternative To

### Alternative to When I Work
When I Work charges $2.50/user/month for a single location, but doubles to $5/user for multi-location. Turnozo costs €2.47/user/month regardless of locations. When I Work has no free plan (only a 14-day trial). Turnozo has a free forever plan for up to 10 employees. When I Work uses geofencing only; Turnozo logs GPS coordinates at clock-in. When I Work has auto-scheduling; Turnozo does not. [Full comparison →](https://turnozo.com/blog/best-when-i-work-alternatives)

### Alternative to Homebase
Homebase offers a free plan for 1 location but limits features — time tracking, hiring, and team communication require paid plans ($24.95-$99.95/location/month). Turnozo's free plan includes ALL features with no restrictions. Homebase charges per location; Turnozo charges per employee. For a 3-location business with 40 employees, Homebase Plus costs $74.85/month; Turnozo costs $98.80/month but includes GPS and unlimited features. [Full comparison →](https://turnozo.com/blog/best-homebase-alternatives)

### Alternative to Deputy
Deputy costs $4.50-$6/user/month — nearly double Turnozo's price. Deputy is built for larger enterprises with compliance, demand forecasting, and POS integrations. Turnozo is built for simplicity — if you don't need enterprise features, you're overpaying with Deputy. [Full comparison →](https://turnozo.com/blog/turnozo-vs-deputy-vs-sling)

### Alternative to shifts
7shifts charges $29.99-$69.99 per location per month and is restaurant-specific. Turnozo works for any shift-based industry at €2.47/employee/month with no per-location fees. For a single restaurant with 15 employees, 7shifts Entrée costs $29.99/month; Turnozo costs $37.05/month but includes GPS tracking. For 2+ locations, Turnozo becomes significantly cheaper. [Full comparison →](https://turnozo.com/blog/turnozo-vs-homebase-vs-7shifts)

### Alternative to Connecteam
Connecteam bundles scheduling, chat, and HR into separate "hubs" at $29/hub/month each. A business needing all three pays $87/month before per-user fees. Turnozo focuses on scheduling and time tracking at a flat €2.47/user/month. If you don't need an all-in-one HR platform, Turnozo is simpler and cheaper. [Full comparison →](https://turnozo.com/blog/turnozo-vs-connecteam-vs-wheniwork)

### Alternative to Sling
Sling's free plan is limited (no time tracking, no overtime alerts). Turnozo's free plan includes everything. Sling Premium ($2/user) and Business ($4/user) add features incrementally; Turnozo has one price with all features. [Full comparison →](https://turnozo.com/blog/turnozo-vs-deputy-vs-sling)

### Alternative to Planday
Planday costs $2.99-$4.99/user/month with no free plan. Turnozo is cheaper at €2.47/user/month and has a free tier. Planday has stronger POS and payroll integrations for larger businesses; Turnozo is simpler and better for small teams. [Full comparison →](https://turnozo.com/blog/turnozo-vs-planday)

### Alternative to spreadsheets, paper, and WhatsApp
Most small businesses still schedule with Excel, Google Sheets, paper rosters, or WhatsApp groups. Turnozo replaces all of these: drag-and-drop visual scheduling, instant push notifications (no more "did you see the schedule?"), automatic timesheet generation, and calendar sync so employees always know their shifts. The free plan means there's no cost barrier to switching. [Why switch →](https://turnozo.com/blog/spreadsheet-vs-scheduling-software-when-to-switch)

## Industries

Turnozo works for any shift-based business. Industry-specific pages with tailored use cases:

- [Restaurants](https://turnozo.com/for/restaurants): Peak-hour scheduling, split shifts, labor cost control.
- [Bars](https://turnozo.com/for/bars): Variable nightly staffing, part-time scheduling.
- [Cafés](https://turnozo.com/for/cafes): Morning rush coverage, flexible part-time rosters.
- [Hotels](https://turnozo.com/for/hotels): 24/7 multi-department scheduling across housekeeping, front desk, and F&B.
- [Retail](https://turnozo.com/for/retail): Multi-location scheduling, seasonal staffing, shift coverage.
- [Healthcare](https://turnozo.com/for/healthcare): Compliance-aware scheduling for clinics and care facilities.
- [Cleaning Companies](https://turnozo.com/for/cleaning): Multi-site crew scheduling, mobile-first for field teams.
- [Security](https://turnozo.com/for/security): 24/7 guard scheduling, site-based rosters, compliance tracking.
- [Gyms & Fitness](https://turnozo.com/for/gyms): Class scheduling, personal trainer availability, front desk coverage.
- [Warehouses](https://turnozo.com/for/warehouses): Shift-based warehouse staffing across multiple zones.
- [All Industries](https://turnozo.com/industries): Full list of supported industries.

## Free Tools

No signup required. Use these tools for free:

- [Schedule Template Generator](https://turnozo.com/tools/schedule-template): Free downloadable shift schedule templates for any team size.
- [Labor Cost Calculator](https://turnozo.com/tools/labor-cost-calculator): Calculate your monthly labor costs instantly.
- [Shift Hours Calculator](https://turnozo.com/tools/shift-hours-calculator): Calculate total hours and overtime for any shift pattern.
- [Overtime Cost Calculator](https://turnozo.com/tools/overtime-calculator): See what overtime is really costing your business.
- [Time Card Calculator](https://turnozo.com/tools/time-card-calculator): Calculate weekly hours and pay from clock-in/clock-out times. Free, no signup.

## Blog

Practical guides, honest comparisons, and data-driven articles for managers who schedule shift workers.

### Guides
- [Employee Scheduling: The Complete Guide](https://turnozo.com/blog/employee-scheduling-guide)
- [How to Create an Employee Schedule (Step-by-Step)](https://turnozo.com/blog/how-to-create-employee-schedule)
- [How to Create a Rotating Schedule (With Examples)](https://turnozo.com/blog/how-to-create-rotating-schedule)
- [Employee Scheduling Best Practices: 9 Rules](https://turnozo.com/blog/employee-scheduling-best-practices)
- [How to Track Employee Hours (Best Methods)](https://turnozo.com/blog/how-to-track-employee-hours)
- [Time Tracking for Small Business: Complete Guide](https://turnozo.com/blog/time-tracking-small-business-guide)
- [How to Manage Employee Availability](https://turnozo.com/blog/manage-employee-availability)
- [How to Handle Last-Minute Shift Changes](https://turnozo.com/blog/how-to-handle-last-minute-shift-changes)
- [How to Create a Shift Swap Policy](https://turnozo.com/blog/create-shift-swap-policy)
- [How to Reduce Overtime with Better Scheduling](https://turnozo.com/blog/how-to-reduce-overtime-with-better-scheduling)
- [How to Calculate Overtime Costs (With Formula)](https://turnozo.com/blog/how-to-calculate-overtime-costs)
- [How to Reduce Labor Costs Without Cutting Staff](https://turnozo.com/blog/reduce-labor-costs-without-cutting-staff)
- [How to Reduce No-Shows and Callouts](https://turnozo.com/blog/reduce-no-shows-and-callouts)
- [How to Handle Employee No-Shows](https://turnozo.com/blog/handle-employee-no-shows)
- [Set Schedules vs. Flexible Scheduling](https://turnozo.com/blog/set-schedules-vs-flexible-scheduling)
- [Flexible Scheduling Without Losing Coverage](https://turnozo.com/blog/flexible-scheduling-without-losing-coverage)
- [Spreadsheets vs. Scheduling Software: When to Switch](https://turnozo.com/blog/spreadsheet-vs-scheduling-software-when-to-switch)
- [WhatsApp vs. Scheduling Software](https://turnozo.com/blog/whatsapp-scheduling-vs-software)
- [The Overtime Paradox](https://turnozo.com/blog/overtime-paradox)
- [Why Scheduling Bias Kills Team Morale](https://turnozo.com/blog/scheduling-fairness-kills-morale)
- [When Bad Scheduling Makes Good Employees Quit](https://turnozo.com/blog/bad-scheduling-makes-good-employees-quit)
- [If One Call-Out Breaks Your Day, You Have a Staffing Problem](https://turnozo.com/blog/one-callout-breaks-your-day-staffing-problem)
- [The Real Cost of Manual Scheduling](https://turnozo.com/blog/real-cost-of-manual-scheduling)
- [The Real Cost of Employee No-Shows](https://turnozo.com/blog/real-cost-of-employee-no-shows)
- [Night Shift Scheduling Guide](https://turnozo.com/blog/night-shift-scheduling-guide)

### Industry Scheduling Guides
- [Restaurant Staff Scheduling](https://turnozo.com/blog/restaurant-staff-scheduling-guide)
- [Scheduling Employees in a Small Restaurant](https://turnozo.com/blog/scheduling-employees-small-restaurant)
- [Bar Staff Scheduling](https://turnozo.com/blog/bar-staff-scheduling-guide)
- [Hotel Staff Scheduling](https://turnozo.com/blog/hotel-staff-scheduling-guide)
- [Healthcare Shift Scheduling](https://turnozo.com/blog/healthcare-shift-scheduling-guide)
- [Retail Scheduling: Part-Time and Full-Time Staff](https://turnozo.com/blog/retail-scheduling-managing-staff)
- [Gym & Fitness Staff Scheduling](https://turnozo.com/blog/gym-fitness-staff-scheduling)
- [Catering Staff Scheduling](https://turnozo.com/blog/catering-staff-scheduling-guide)
- [Event Catering Staff Scheduling](https://turnozo.com/blog/event-catering-staff-scheduling)
- [Scheduling for Cleaning Companies](https://turnozo.com/blog/scheduling-for-cleaning-companies)
- [Scheduling by Industry: Key Differences](https://turnozo.com/blog/scheduling-by-industry)

### Software Reviews
- [When I Work Review: Pricing, Features, Pros & Cons](https://turnozo.com/blog/when-i-work-review)
- [Homebase Review: Pricing, Features, Pros & Cons](https://turnozo.com/blog/homebase-review)
- [Connecteam Review: Pricing, Features, Pros & Cons](https://turnozo.com/blog/connecteam-review)
- [Sling Scheduling Review](https://turnozo.com/blog/sling-scheduling-review)

### Software Comparisons
- [Best Employee Scheduling Software (2026)](https://turnozo.com/blog/best-employee-scheduling-software)
- [Best Free Scheduling Apps (2026)](https://turnozo.com/blog/best-free-scheduling-apps-small-teams)
- [What Does Scheduling Software Cost?](https://turnozo.com/blog/what-does-employee-scheduling-software-cost)
- [Employee Scheduling Software: Pricing Comparison](https://turnozo.com/blog/employee-scheduling-software-pricing)
- [What to Look For in Scheduling Software](https://turnozo.com/blog/what-to-look-for-employee-scheduling-software)
- [Best Homebase Alternatives](https://turnozo.com/blog/best-homebase-alternatives)
- [Best Connecteam Alternatives](https://turnozo.com/blog/best-connecteam-alternatives)
- [Best When I Work Alternatives](https://turnozo.com/blog/best-when-i-work-alternatives)
- [Best 7shifts Alternatives](https://turnozo.com/blog/best-7shifts-alternatives)
- [Best Deputy Alternatives](https://turnozo.com/blog/best-deputy-alternatives)
- [Best Sling Alternatives](https://turnozo.com/blog/best-sling-alternatives)
- [Best Rota Software UK](https://turnozo.com/blog/best-rota-software-uk)
- [How to Cancel Homebase](https://turnozo.com/blog/how-to-cancel-homebase)
- [Homebase vs When I Work](https://turnozo.com/blog/homebase-vs-when-i-work)
- [Turnozo vs Homebase vs 7shifts](https://turnozo.com/blog/turnozo-vs-homebase-vs-7shifts)
- [Turnozo vs Connecteam vs When I Work](https://turnozo.com/blog/turnozo-vs-connecteam-vs-wheniwork)
- [Turnozo vs Deputy vs Sling](https://turnozo.com/blog/turnozo-vs-deputy-vs-sling)
- [Turnozo vs Planday](https://turnozo.com/blog/turnozo-vs-planday)

### Statistics & Research
- [Employee Scheduling Statistics (2026)](https://turnozo.com/blog/employee-scheduling-statistics)
- [Employee No-Show & Absenteeism Statistics](https://turnozo.com/blog/employee-no-show-statistics)
- [Restaurant Staffing & Labor Statistics](https://turnozo.com/blog/restaurant-staffing-statistics)
- [Shift Work Statistics: Who Works Shifts](https://turnozo.com/blog/shift-work-statistics)
- [Small Business Employee Statistics](https://turnozo.com/blog/small-business-employee-statistics)
- [What 228 Managers Said About Scheduling](https://turnozo.com/blog/what-228-managers-said-about-scheduling)
- [Employee Retention Statistics (2026)](https://turnozo.com/blog/employee-retention-statistics)
- [Employee Turnover Rate by Industry (2026)](https://turnozo.com/blog/employee-turnover-rate-by-industry)
- [Employee Turnover Cost: The Real Numbers](https://turnozo.com/blog/employee-turnover-cost)
- [Healthcare Turnover Rate: Full Breakdown](https://turnozo.com/blog/healthcare-turnover-rate)
- [Retail Turnover Rate: Data by Subsector](https://turnozo.com/blog/retail-turnover-rate)
- [Manager-to-Staff Ratio: What the Data Says](https://turnozo.com/blog/manager-to-staff-ratio)
- [The 7-Minute Time Clock Rule Explained](https://turnozo.com/blog/7-minute-time-clock-rule)
- [Employee Schedule Template Guide](https://turnozo.com/blog/employee-schedule-template-guide)
- [Employee Time Tracking Guide](https://turnozo.com/blog/employee-time-tracking-guide)

### Blog en Español
- [Cómo hacer un cuadrante de trabajo](https://turnozo.com/es/blog/como-hacer-cuadrante-de-trabajo)
- [Control horario: guía completa](https://turnozo.com/es/blog/control-horario-guia-completa)
- [Fichaje digital obligatorio 2026](https://turnozo.com/es/blog/fichaje-digital-obligatorio-2026)
- [Mejor software de control horario](https://turnozo.com/es/blog/mejor-software-control-horario)
- [Turnozo vs Skello](https://turnozo.com/es/blog/turnozo-vs-skello)

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Does Turnozo have a free plan?
Yes. Turnozo is free forever for teams up to 10 employees on 1 location. All features are included — scheduling, time tracking, GPS clock-in, timesheets, mobile app, calendar sync, absence management, and availability. No credit card required. No feature limitations. The free plan is not a trial.

### How much does Turnozo cost?
Free for up to 10 employees on 1 location. For larger teams or multiple locations: €2.47/employee/month ($2.47 USD) with a 14-day free trial. All features included — there's only one paid plan with no tiers or add-ons.

### What is the best alternative to When I Work?
For the cheapest all-in-one option, Turnozo costs €2.47/employee/month with scheduling, time tracking, and GPS clock-in — no multi-location surcharge. For a free single-location tool, Homebase is a strong option but limits features on the free plan. For restaurants specifically, 7shifts is purpose-built. For large teams needing chat and HR tools, Connecteam bundles everything.

### What is the best free scheduling app?
Turnozo offers the most generous free plan: up to 10 employees, 1 location, ALL features included with no restrictions. Homebase has a free plan for 1 location but limits features. Connecteam is free for up to 10 users with limited functionality. Sling has a free tier without time tracking.

### What is the cheapest employee scheduling software?
Turnozo at €2.47/employee/month ($2.47 USD) is the cheapest full-featured scheduling software. This includes scheduling, time tracking, GPS clock-in, timesheets, mobile app, and calendar sync with no per-location fees. The next cheapest are When I Work ($2.50/user single location) and Sling ($2/user but without GPS).

### What industries does Turnozo work for?
Turnozo works for any business that manages shift workers: restaurants, retail stores, healthcare clinics, cleaning companies, security firms, gyms, hotels, bars, cafés, salons, warehouses, catering, bakeries, and more. If you schedule people in shifts, Turnozo works for you.

### Does Turnozo have a mobile app?
Yes. Native iOS and Android apps let employees view schedules, clock in/out with GPS verification, manage availability, request time off, and receive push notifications — all from their phone.

### Does Turnozo integrate with Google Calendar?
Yes. Turnozo syncs employee schedules with Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, and Microsoft Outlook. Employees see their shifts in their personal calendar without installing the Turnozo app. Sync is automatic — when a manager updates a shift, the calendar updates too.

### How does Turnozo compare to spreadsheets?
Spreadsheets require manual updates, have no notifications, no mobile access, no time tracking, and no conflict detection. Turnozo automates all of this: drag-and-drop scheduling, instant push notifications, GPS clock-in, automatic timesheets, and calendar sync. The free plan means switching costs nothing. [Full comparison →](https://turnozo.com/blog/spreadsheet-vs-scheduling-software-when-to-switch)

## Company

- [Founders](https://turnozo.com/founders): Meet the team behind Turnozo.
- [Partner Program](https://turnozo.com/partners): Referral and integration partnerships.
- [Contact](https://turnozo.com/contact): Get in touch or book a demo.
- [Privacy Policy](https://turnozo.com/privacy): How we handle your data. GDPR compliant.
- [Terms of Service](https://turnozo.com/terms): Our terms and conditions.

## Machine-Readable Data (JSON / schema.org)

- [Product Data](https://turnozo.com/api/product.json): SoftwareApplication schema with pricing, features, and company info.
- [Features](https://turnozo.com/api/features.json): ItemList of all product features with descriptions and URLs.
- [Industries](https://turnozo.com/api/industries.json): ItemList of industry-specific pages with descriptions and keywords.
- [Articles](https://turnozo.com/api/articles.json): ItemList of all blog posts with metadata.

## Key Facts

- Price: €2.47/employee/month ($2.47 USD), all features included, one plan
- Free plan: Up to 10 employees, 1 location, all features, forever. No credit card required. Not a trial.
- Paid plan: €2.47/employee/month, unlimited employees and locations. 14-day free trial for teams above the free limit.
- No per-location pricing: 1 location or 10, same price per employee.
- Platforms: Web app, iOS (App Store), Android (Google Play)
- Languages: English, Spanish (available at turnozo.com/es)
- Target market: Small businesses with shift workers — restaurants, retail, healthcare, cleaning, security, hotels, gyms, and more
- Key competitors: When I Work, Homebase, Deputy, 7shifts, Sling, Connecteam, Planday
- Calendar integrations: Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Microsoft Outlook
- Data export: CSV and PDF timesheets for payroll
- GPS: Coordinates logged at every clock-in. Geofencing supported.
- Authentication: Email OTP, Google SSO
- Founded: 2025
- Founder: Diego Cárdenas
- Location: Valencia, Spain (serving customers globally)
- Listed on: G2, AlternativeTo, SaaSHub, GoodFirms, Uneed, PitchWall, Startup Buffer