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SchedulerX vs Deputy

Healthcare-ready simplicity vs enterprise complexity

Last updated: December 2024

Overview

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SchedulerX

SchedulerX is a pharmacy-focused scheduling platform designed for quick setup and ease of use. As a Canadian company, it offers bilingual support and a generous free tier—all without the complexity of enterprise software.

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Deputy

Deputy is an enterprise-grade workforce management platform designed for large organizations. While powerful, it often requires lengthy implementation processes and complex pricing negotiations.

Feature Comparison

FeatureSchedulerXDeputy
Pharmacy-specific templatesPre-built for pharmacy workflows
Canadian companyCanadian data & bilingual support
Setup timeNo enterprise onboarding required5 min1-2 weeks
Free plan availableUp to 5 staff forever free
Mobile apps (iOS & Android)
AI-powered schedulingAuto-scheduling suggestions
Pricing transparencyPublic pricing, no sales calls
Canadian data residencyData stays in Canada
Enterprise featuresOnly pay for what you needoptionalrequired

Our Verdict

For pharmacies seeking simple scheduling without enterprise overhead, SchedulerX is the smarter choice. Deputy offers robust features for large organizations, but its complexity and hidden pricing can be overwhelming for pharmacy teams. SchedulerX delivers what pharmacies need with transparent pricing and 5-minute setup.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is SchedulerX better than Deputy for pharmacies?

SchedulerX is specifically designed for pharmacy workflows, offering pharmacy-specific shift templates, Canadian data residency, and bilingual support. Deputy is a general-purpose scheduling tool. For pharmacies, SchedulerX provides purpose-built features that general tools lack.

How does SchedulerX pricing compare to Deputy?

SchedulerX offers a free plan for up to 5 staff (forever free), with paid plans starting at $19.99/month. Our pricing is transparent with no hidden fees, and includes pharmacy-specific features in all plans.

Can I migrate from Deputy to SchedulerX?

Yes! SchedulerX makes it easy to switch. Our team can help import your existing staff data and schedules. Most pharmacies are fully operational on SchedulerX within 24 hours of signing up.

Does SchedulerX have features that Deputy doesn't?

SchedulerX includes pharmacy-specific features like pharmacy shift templates, Canadian data residency, bilingual support (EN/FR), and workflows designed specifically for pharmacy operations that general scheduling tools don't offer.

Which is easier to use: SchedulerX or Deputy?

SchedulerX is designed specifically for pharmacies, so the interface and workflows match how pharmacy managers actually work. Users report saving 5+ hours per week compared to general scheduling tools because everything is tailored to pharmacy operations.