Six options compared on what matters most: pricing transparency, CQC compliance tools, eMAR, rota management, and whether you can try before you buy.
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All six platforms handle core home care management. The differences are in pricing model (per-carer vs flat tiers), trial availability (free tier vs 90 days vs demo-only), CQC tooling depth, clinical features (eMAR), and whether you need residential care support. KareShift offers a 90-day full-feature trial, flat-tier pricing that doesn't scale with team size, and built-in CQC inspection tracking.
Last verified: 28-Aug-2026
✗ indicates the feature was not present in publicly accessible documentation or website at time of verification. Verify directly with each vendor before making a purchasing decision.
| Feature | Birdie | Nourish | Skedulr | Log my Care | KareShift |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Per-hour-of-care, from £200/mo (Source: birdie.care, Aug 2026) | Quote-only — contact sales (Source: nourishcare.com, Aug 2026) | Per-carer £7–£22/mo (Source: skedulr.com, Aug 2026) | Free Starter (≤10 service users); paid plans per service user (Source: logmycare.co.uk, Aug 2026) | Flat tier (£69–£349/mo) |
| Free trial / free tier | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Free (up to 2 carers, forever) | Free Starter ≤10 service users (logmycare.co.uk, Aug 2026) | 90-day full-feature trial |
| Self-serve signup | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Yes (skedulr.com, Aug 2026) | Yes (logmycare.co.uk, Aug 2026) | Yes — under 2 minutes |
| CQC compliance tracking | Care plan auditing and CQC reporting (Source: birdie.care, Aug 2026) | CQC-aligned (Source: nourishcare.com, Aug 2026) | CQC-ready evidence (Source: skedulr.com, Aug 2026) | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Full KLOE evidence tracking + inspection history |
| Rota / scheduling | Yes (Source: birdie.care, Aug 2026) | Yes — drag-and-drop (Source: nourishcare.com, Aug 2026) | Yes + AI auto-scheduling (Source: skedulr.com, Aug 2026) | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Yes (drag-and-drop, UK presets, conflict detection) |
| GPS clock-in/out | Yes — Electronic Visit Monitoring (birdie.care, Aug 2026) | NFC, OTP, landline, app (nourishcare.com, Aug 2026) | Yes — carer app check-in (skedulr.com, Aug 2026) | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | ✓ + geofencing |
| eMAR / Medication management | ✓ Medication management (birdie.care, Aug 2026) | ✓ eMAR (nourishcare.com, Aug 2026) | Not available as of Aug 2026 | Not available as of Aug 2026 | ✓ Full eMAR — orders, rounds, PRN, controlled drugs, MAR chart, allergy alerts |
| Mobile app / PWA | Native iOS + Android (birdie.care, Aug 2026) | Native app (nourishcare.com, Aug 2026) | Native iOS + Android (skedulr.com, Aug 2026) | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | PWA (works in browser, no download) |
| Residential care support | Home care focus | Home care + Residential | Home care only (as of Aug 2026) | Residential focus | Home care + Residential (same platform) |
| Custom forms | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | ✓ All plans (conditional logic, PDF export, signature pad) |
| Xero Payroll integration | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | ✓ Direct timesheet sync, employee mapping |
| Invoicing | ✓ Built-in (birdie.care, Aug 2026) | ✓ Invoicing (nourishcare.com, Aug 2026) | ✓ Auto-invoicing (skedulr.com, Aug 2026) | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | ✓ Invoicing with credit notes, receipts, PDF |
| Worker compliance tracking | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Yes (DBS, Right to Work, Care Certificate, auto-blocking) |
| In-app messaging | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Yes (group + 1:1, file sharing, read receipts) |
| Two-factor authentication | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | ✓ TOTP + trusted devices + admin reset |
| Countries supported | UK only | UK primarily | UK only | UK only | AU, NZ, UK, CA |
| Credit card required for trial | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | Not publicly documented as of Aug 2026 | No | No | No |
Feature information from public websites, help documentation, and G2/Capterra reviews. Features and pricing may change — contact each provider directly for current information. We verify this page quarterly. Access Group is not included in this table (enterprise pricing, quote-only) — see the dedicated Access comparison page.
Last verified: 28-Aug-2026
Per-carer pricing — costs scale with team size
| Provider | Approximate cost |
|---|---|
| Birdie | Per-hour-of-care, from £200/mo (Source: birdie.care, Aug 2026) |
| Skedulr | Per-carer £7–£22/mo — free tier for up to 2 carers (Source: skedulr.com, Aug 2026) |
| Log my Care (paid) | Free Starter (≤10 service users); paid plans per service user — contact Log my Care for rates (Aug 2026) |
| Nourish | Quote-only — contact Nourish for current rates (Source: nourishcare.com, Aug 2026) |
Pricing estimates from public sources and review platforms. Contact each provider for exact quotes.
Flat-tier pricing — same price regardless of team size within tier
| Plan | Monthly + VAT |
|---|---|
| Starter (up to 5 carers) | £69/mo |
| Growth (up to 20 carers) | £149/mo |
| Scale (50 included) | £349/mo |
Core features on every plan. Growth+ for funding, notes, and leave management. No per-carer fees within tier. Admins and coordinators always free.
How much could you save with KareShift vs per-carer pricing?
At 20 carers, KareShift Growth costs £149/mo.
Generic per-carer tools at £10–15/carer/month would cost £200–300/mo — you save £51–151/mo (£612–1,812/year).
Savings estimate based on generic per-carer pricing of £10–15/carer/month for illustration only. Named competitors (Birdie, Log my Care, Nourish) use different pricing models — contact each provider for your actual quote before comparing savings (varies by provider and plan). Contact competitors directly for exact pricing. KareShift prices exclude VAT.
An honest assessment — every platform has strengths.
Deep-dive feature and pricing breakdowns for each UK competitor.
Flat-tier pricing vs per-hour-of-care. How they compare on rostering, travel tracking, and cost at every agency size.
View comparison →Transparent pricing vs quote-only. The largest UK platform — DSCR accredited, family portal, GP integration.
View comparison →Clinical depth vs AI scheduling. eMAR and multi-country vs route optimisation and ISO certification.
View comparison →Workforce management vs care planning focus. Free Starter vs 90-day trial. Full feature breakdown.
View comparison →Self-serve vs enterprise. All features included vs per-module pricing. Transparent costs vs sales process.
View comparison →CarePlanner is now Nourish (acquired Oct 2023). Context on the acquisition and how to evaluate alternatives.
View comparison →No sales call. No credit card. Full access to every feature for 90 days.
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