Quick summary
| Product | Origin | Pricing model | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlexiWork | Singapore-built | Flat fee (3 tiers) | Mixed workforce; multi-outlet |
| StaffAny | Singapore-built | Per-user / per-outlet | F&B chains with stable per-user count |
| Deputy | Australian (ported) | Per-user, monthly | Large teams familiar with Deputy |
| Tanda | Australian (ported) | Per-user, monthly | Teams with deep payroll integration needs |
Pricing model: the dimension that matters most
The most consequential difference between these tools is how they charge.
FlexiWork: flat fee by tier
S$55.30/month (Starter, up to 15 workers, after 30% off for 3 months) / S$90.30 (Growth) / S$139.30 (Pro). Standard rates S$79 / S$129 / S$199. Annual billing 20% off.
Implication: cost stays flat as your team grows within the tier. Unlimited outlets on every plan.
StaffAny, Deputy, Tanda: per-user
These price per active user per month. The published rates vary but typically work out to S$5-12 per worker per month at the basic tier.
Implication: cost scales linearly with team size. For 30 workers across two outlets, you could easily pay S$200-300/month vs S$90 flat with FlexiWork.
Localisation: SG-built vs ported
FlexiWork and StaffAny are SG-built and SG-only. Deputy and Tanda are Australian platforms with SG localisations layered on.
What this means in practice:
- SG pay rules: All four can configure SG OT, PH and rest-day rules. SG-built tools tend to have these as defaults; ported tools usually require setup.
- CPF integration: The depth varies. SG-built tools have CPF logic native to PayOut. Ported tools generally export hours and rely on payroll software to handle CPF.
- Support: SG-built support is usually based in Singapore. Ported tools' support is from Australia, sometimes with SG layer.
- PDPA compliance: All four are PDPA-aware. SG-built tools are usually structured around it from day one.
Feature comparison
| Feature | FlexiWork | StaffAny | Deputy | Tanda |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roster building | Yes (Rosta) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Clock in/out | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Native pay calculation (PayOut) | Yes | Add-on / partner | Export only | Strong export |
| Mixed workforce (FT/PT/Gig) | Native | FT/PT focus | FT/PT | FT/PT |
| Gig Platform integration | Yes (waitlist) | No | No | No |
| Multi-outlet on flat fee | Yes | Per outlet | Per user | Per user |
| Mobile app for workers | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Shift swap workflow | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Standby pool / open shifts | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Who each platform suits
FlexiWork
Built for SG mixed-workforce shift businesses. Strongest fit if you have full-timers, part-timers and ad-hoc casuals/gig staff, especially across multiple outlets. The flat fee makes it dramatically cheaper at 20-50+ workers compared with per-user alternatives. PayOut module built-in — no separate payroll software needed for basic SG payroll.
StaffAny
SG-built, popular with F&B chains. Strong roster and time-tracking. Pricing model favours stable team sizes; for businesses with seasonal flex (lots of CNY casuals etc.), per-user pricing can swing month to month. PayOut historically has been less central than the roster product, though this evolves.
Deputy
Mature global product, well-known. SG-localised. Strong feature set. Per-user pricing makes it expensive for teams above 25-30 workers. Best fit if you are already using Deputy in another market and want a familiar product.
Tanda
Another Australian-built platform, originally workforce-management plus payroll integration. Strong for businesses that already use a sophisticated payroll system and just want a great time-and-attendance feed. Less F&B-centric than Deputy or StaffAny.
Try FlexiWork free for 14 days
Migrate your team in an afternoon. Built for Singapore shift-based businesses. Flat-fee pricing, unlimited outlets, PayOut and Rosta in one.
Start free — 14 daysHow to choose
- Count your workers. Below 15 most products are similar in cost. 15-30 flat-fee starts pulling ahead. 30+ the gap widens.
- Count your outlets. Multiple outlets favour flat-fee platforms unless your per-user count stays low per outlet.
- Test the SG pay logic. Run an actual two-week test roster with OT, PH and rest-day shifts and see what comes out. Half the platforms get small details wrong.
- Try the mobile app. Your workers will live in this. If it is clunky or laggy, they will resent it.
- Check the integrations you need. POS, accounting, payroll, IRAS AIS. List the ones you need before the demo.
- Talk to similar businesses. Other SG F&B or retail operators on the platform will tell you the real story faster than any sales call.
Our honest take
FlexiWork is built for the mid-sized SG shift business: 10-100 workers, 1-10 outlets, mixed contract types. If that is you, the flat-fee model saves real money and the SG-native pay logic means fewer compliance worries.
If you are a single outlet with under 10 workers and very stable contracts, StaffAny or even spreadsheets could be enough. If you are a multi-country group already standardised on Deputy, switching to a SG-specific tool may not be worth the operational disruption — though you will pay a premium.
The right answer depends on your specific situation. The 14-day trials are free — use them.