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At a Glance
Shift
Shift
Star Rating
(263)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (89.0% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free User / Year
Free Trial is available
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Station
Station
Star Rating
(35)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (73.5% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Shift excels in its Unified Inbox feature, scoring a remarkable 9.4, which allows for seamless management of multiple email accounts in one place. In contrast, Station does not have a comparable rating for this feature, indicating a potential gap in user experience for those who prioritize email management.
  • Reviewers mention that Station shines in terms of Quality of Support, with a score of 9.3, suggesting that users feel well-supported when issues arise. Shift, while still respectable at 8.5, may not provide the same level of assistance, which could be a deciding factor for users who value strong customer service.
  • G2 users highlight the Ease of Use for both products, with Shift scoring 9.0 and Station slightly higher at 9.3. This indicates that while both platforms are user-friendly, Station may offer a slightly more intuitive experience for new users.
  • Users on G2 report that Shift's Custom Workflows feature scores a 7.0, which may limit flexibility for teams needing tailored processes. In contrast, Station's ability to integrate Custom Application Integration at a score of 7.9 suggests it may offer better options for users looking to customize their workflows.
  • Reviewers mention that while Shift has a strong Desktop Application score of 9.3, Station's overall mobile application score of 4.3 indicates a significant drawback for users who require mobile access, making Shift a more versatile option for on-the-go productivity.
  • Users say that both products have room for improvement in their Generative AI capabilities, with Shift scoring lower in AI Text Generation (4.2) compared to Station's higher scores in AI Text Summarization (4.6) and AI Text-to-Speech (4.6). This suggests that Station may be better suited for users looking to leverage AI features for content creation and accessibility.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Shift
Basic
Free
User / Year
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Station
No pricing available
Free Trial
Shift
Free Trial is available
Station
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.7
235
8.8
33
Ease of Use
9.1
241
9.3
33
Ease of Setup
9.1
188
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
9.1
57
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.5
167
9.3
27
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
53
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
9.1
236
9.6
32
Features by Category
7.8
172
Not enough data
Inbox Tools
9.5
169
Not enough data
8.4
160
Not enough data
7.9
156
Not enough data
8.5
164
Not enough data
Coordination Tools
8.2
161
Not enough data
7.5
154
Not enough data
7.6
156
Not enough data
Software Options
9.4
167
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Email Client - Agentic AI
5.0
37
Not enough data
6.3
38
Not enough data
7.3
165
Not enough data
Login Options
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.7
156
Not enough data
Productivity
9.1
159
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Customization
7.0
151
Not enough data
9.3
161
Not enough data
8.0
154
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Unified Workspaces
5.0
38
Not enough data
5.2
40
Not enough data
4.9
35
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Browser
5.0
35
Not enough data
5.1
35
Not enough data
4.7
35
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Shift
Shift
Station
Station
Shift and Station are categorized as Unified Workspaces
Unique Categories
Shift
Shift is categorized as Browser and Email Client
Station
Station has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Shift
Shift
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
89.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
9.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
1.2%
Station
Station
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
73.5%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
26.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0%
Reviewers' Industry
Shift
Shift
Marketing and Advertising
21.3%
Information Technology and Services
7.1%
Consulting
5.5%
Computer Software
4.3%
Non-Profit Organization Management
3.9%
Other
57.9%
Station
Station
Hospitality
14.7%
Marketing and Advertising
11.8%
Information Technology and Services
11.8%
Internet
8.8%
Computer Software
8.8%
Other
44.1%
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Shift
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Station
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Discussions
Shift
Shift Discussions
What is the use of Shift app?
3 Comments
Brian S.
BS
It keeps you focused and helps manage your productivity by being a one-stop-shop for everything you use daily. Read more
What is the Shift program?
1 Comment
Brian S.
BS
<p>Did you get an answer for this?</p>Read more
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Shift has no more discussions with answers
Station
Station Discussions
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Station has no discussions with answers