What software should I use to manage shift scheduling and time tracking?

If you want a **dedicated shift scheduling + time tracking tool**, **Sling**, **Homebase**, and **Connecteam** are the strongest options in the results because each combines scheduling, time clocks, and payroll-ready timesheets in one place.[1][3][4]

A quick way to choose:

| Best fit | Software | Why |

|---|---|---|

| **Best all-around for small to mid-sized teams** | **Sling** | Free plan, drag-and-drop scheduling, time tracking, GPS geofencing, automatic clock-out, and timesheet export for payroll.[1][2] |

| **Best for an all-in-one workforce stack** | **Homebase** | Scheduling, availability, shift trades, time tracking, breaks/overtime, and payroll in one system.[4] |

| **Best for deskless/mobile teams** | **Connecteam** | Drag-and-drop scheduling, GPS-enabled time clock, mobile clock-in/out, and automated timesheets.[3] |

| **Best for complex, high-volume workforce rules** | **Shiftboard** | Highly configurable scheduling with automation for rules, regulations, and coverage-heavy operations.[6] |

| **Best if you already use Microsoft Teams** | **Microsoft Teams staff scheduling** | Built into Teams, with scheduling, time tracking, and location detection for frontline workers.[7] |

**My recommendation:**

- Choose **Sling** if you want the simplest low-cost option with strong scheduling and time tracking.[1][2]

- Choose **Homebase** if you also want payroll and broader staff management.[4]

- Choose **Connecteam** if your team works in the field or on mobile devices all day.[3]

If you tell me your team size, industry, and budget, I can narrow this to the best single choice.