What it is

Homebase serves hourly workplaces (including restaurants) with scheduling, time tracking, hiring tools, and optional payroll. Plans include a free tier with limits—verify current limits on Homebase pricing.

Who it’s for

Small teams that want an affordable scheduling + time-clock start
Owners who may later add Homebase payroll

Key capabilities

Scheduling and shift communication
Time clocks and timecard tools
Hiring / HR features by plan
Optional payroll (see Homebase pricing)

Pricing model

Published plans on Homebase pricing (including a limited free tier). Payroll and higher tiers are priced separately—use the official page.

Official pricing: www.joinhomebase.com/pricing

Considerations

Lower barrier to entry for small hourly teams
Useful when you need time clocks and schedules in one place

Watch-outs

Confirm restaurant tip and multi-rate needs on your plan
Compare payroll add-on carefully against Gusto/Toast/Square

These are operator considerations, not test results. We do not claim to have mystery-shopped or independently load-tested this product.

Alternatives

7shifts Restaurant scheduling and team HR platform. Gusto Full-service payroll and HR for small businesses, including restaurants. Square for Restaurants Restaurant POS on Square’s payments and hardware ecosystem.

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Latest news

2026-10-20 Homebase launches Homebase Assistant for hourly teams

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