I’ve been using Homebase for about six months at the cafe I manage, and it’s eliminated so many of the headaches we used to have with scheduling. Before this, we were using a mix of group texts and printed schedules—constantly dealing with last-minute call-outs and confusion over who was working when. With Homebase, my team can view their schedules two weeks out, pick up open shifts, and even clock in right from their phones. The geofencing feature ensures they’re actually at work when they punch in, which cuts down on time theft without feeling invasive.\n\nOne thing I really appreciate is how intuitive the app is—even our least tech-savvy staff members picked it up quickly. They get reminders before their shifts, and they can message the team directly in the app instead of blowing up my personal phone. On the management side, I can track labor costs in real time and approve time-off requests with a tap. It’s not flawless—sometimes the push notifications are delayed by a minute or two—but for a free tool, it’s incredibly robust. If you run a small business or just want more control over your work life, this is a game-changer.