Aladtec vs. Sling

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Aladtec
Score 7.0 out of 10
Small Businesses (1-50 employees)
Aladtec is employee scheduling software that is targeted at businesses in the public safety sector, including EMS, Fire & Rescue, Law Enforcement, Communication Centers/Dispatch, Security and Health Care. According to the vendor, Aladtec helps organizations with the following: Monitor Operations: Access and change schedules, view employee info and credentials 24/7 from any computer, smartphone or other mobile devices with…N/A
Sling
Score 9.2 out of 10
N/A
Sling, from the company of the same name in Brooklyn, is presented by the vendor as an easy way to schedule and communicate with non-desk employees. It allows users to organize, communicate, and administer all aspects of a business, to stay on top of things and keep everything in one place without juggling multiple platforms.
$2
per user, per month
Pricing
AladtecSling
Editions & Modules
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Premium
$2.00
per user, per month
Business
$4.00
per user, per month
Offerings
Pricing Offerings
AladtecSling
Free Trial
YesYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoYes
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoNo
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional DetailsAladtec is an annual subscription based on the number of people the customer has using the system, so it's fairly priced for any size organization.
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Community Pulse
AladtecSling
Considered Both Products
Aladtec
Chose Aladtec
Each software took some time to understand and learn to use. Aladtec encompasses more information and makes the process of trading duty crews easier. EMS was easier to print out an individual schedule, something I'm not sure Aladtec does. EMS didn't need supervisor approval for …
Chose Aladtec
The features, functionality, user-friendliness and cost were all factors. Aladtec surpassed all 4 of the other systems we evaluated, most especially with their customer support. We have not had major problems but the few minor glitches we had (all our fault, admittedly) were …
Chose Aladtec
We have not done a lot of research on other products, so we really can't compare. We have been very happy with Aladtec for the past 13 years. Their customer service, knowledgeable staff, affordable pricing, and progressive nature for customer satisfaction has kept us happy. …
Chose Aladtec
The software as a service model is prefered over native software, which is one reason why we decided on Aladtec.
Sling
Chose Sling
(it has been 3+ years since I evaluated other programs, I don't recall the names)
Chose Sling
We had a few meetings with OnShift marketing to go over features and everything but our management team is very satisfied with the free version on Sling. Sling has been the easiest and best for payroll. OnShift was very spendy for our budget and didn't have messaging built in. …
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User Ratings
AladtecSling
Likelihood to Recommend
9.0
(0 ratings)
7.3
(0 ratings)
Support Rating
8.0
(0 ratings)
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User Testimonials
AladtecSling
Likelihood to Recommend
Aladtec works well in a large organization where employees need to access the schedule from all different locations/devices and being able to make adjustments on the go. Aladtec allows the adding of meetings, training, and work shifts all on the same calendar and details can be seen by clicking on the individual item. Aladtec allows the adding of many details and to customize looking at the calendar for each individual.
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Sling has been our best option for communication and scheduling. We looked into OnShift and other scheduling systems that aren't free. Sling has been our best option. Our schedule is a beast and Sling has made my job much easier and for our on-call staff as well. You can change the color of positions (which we love) and we love to use green for bonus money shifts!
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Pros
  • User training is easy with Aladtec. We provided the employees with a login, and they were pros within 20 minutes of logging in.
  • Shift reminders help employees remember their next scheduled shift.
  • Exception alarms alert you when someone is late to work.
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  • Desktop application for more detailed assignment of shifts.
  • Simple App for the workforce deployment that shows shifts and offers communication.
  • Ability for users to schedule themselves off work.
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Cons
  • Any specific improvements I have already mentioned to Aladtec and (I'm thrilled to report) several have already been implemented. They even made system accommodations for colorblind users - an industry first!
  • I am excited to see further development of the custom forms so we can merge to a completely paperless schedule & payroll system.
  • Although there is no specific fleet management tool, we have worked with Aladtec's Customer Support pros to develop a ways to accurately record all of our vehicles for scheduling maintenance, in-service and down time.
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  • Bring back the forever repeating shifts, they currently only repeat for 1 year so I have to go through every shift once a year & reset them.
  • Our staff liked when they had birthday notifications for staff.
  • Wish there was a way for admins to be managers of managers. What I mean by that is when management requests time off I do not get a notification so they have to let me know separately.
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Support Rating
Aladtec has given the support needed, especially in learning the new system and bringing it up to speed for the entire workforce. There is a need to reach out to them when everything freezes, which is rare. This system has been fairly smooth after it had been in use for at least 6 months.
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Alternatives Considered
The features, functionality, user-friendliness and cost were all factors. Aladtec surpassed all 4 of the other systems we evaluated, most especially with their customer support. We have not had major problems but the few minor glitches we had (all our fault, admittedly) were resolved quickly. The staff not only responded immediately but they made sure we fully understood what happened, helping us prevent future frustrations.
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(it has been 3+ years since I evaluated other programs, I don't recall the names)
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Return on Investment
  • Less time spent on scheduling. More time on staff management and operations.
  • Affordable solution to scheduling and staff notifications. Very cheap compared to other similar vendors.
  • Streamlined operations for our department by using this software and database. Staff can access what they need anytime they want by computer or cell phone.
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  • I spend 50% less time scheduling my employees
  • My employees are 100% happier
  • We use the free version, so we save 100% of cost!
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ScreenShots

Aladtec Screenshots

Screenshot of 24/7 Accessibility from any computer, smartphone or other mobile device.Screenshot of Move all office forms online to Aladtec.Screenshot of Easily view schedules and make changes with drag and drop scheduling.Screenshot of Ideal for Public Safety AgenciesScreenshot of The Aladtec Team!

Sling Screenshots

Screenshot of Sling Employee and Shift Scheduling for Businesses of All SizesScreenshot of Sling with Mobile Management of Employees Shifts and Tasks