Honest Comparison · connecteam alternative ~8K/mo

MyCo vs Connecteam

An honest side-by-side for US small and mid-sized businesses (50–500 employees). No marketing fluff — just the features, pricing, and use cases that actually matter when you're deciding.

Quick Verdict

Who wins?

Connecteam and MyCo target the same audience: US SMBs with deskless, field, hourly teams. Connecteam pioneered the category and is excellent for scheduling + communication. MyCo extends the same mobile-first DNA into US payroll, CRM, and multi-state compliance — things Connecteam doesn't do. If you need scheduling-only, Connecteam works. If you want one app for the whole back office, MyCo wins.

Choose MyCo if you...

  • Need built-in US payroll (Connecteam does not have payroll)
  • Need a built-in CRM for lead management
  • Want multi-state tax filing included
  • Want one app instead of Connecteam + payroll + CRM
  • Have 50–500 person teams (Connecteam shines under 50)
  • Need W-2/1099 generation at year-end

Choose Connecteam if you...

  • Have under 30 employees (Connecteam free tier covers 10)
  • Only need scheduling + communication, no payroll
  • Already use a separate US payroll provider you love
  • Want the cheapest possible scheduling-only solution
  • Are international (Connecteam is US + global; MyCo is US-focused)

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

FeatureMyCoConnecteam
Mobile-first schedulingYesYes (their core strength)
Face-scan attendanceYesYes (recent feature)
GPS field trackingYesYes
Built-in US payrollYes, all 50 statesNot included
Built-in CRMYesNot included
Free tier30-day trial, no credit cardFree up to 10 users (lifetime)
Multi-state US taxIncludedN/A (no payroll)
Document/policy libraryYesYes (excellent)
Best for size50–500 employees5–100 employees
US-only focusYesInternational (US + 100+ countries)

Pricing Side-by-Side

Plan / TierMyCoConnecteam
Free tier30-day trialFree up to 10 users (lifetime)
Entry paidPublishedConnecteam Basic from $29/mo
Mid-tierPublishedOperations Advanced ~$49/mo
Per-additional-userPublished$0.50/user/mo above 30
Includes payrollYesNo (separate add-on)

How to Switch from Connecteam to MyCo

1

Book a MyCo demo

We compare your Connecteam setup with MyCo. 20 min.

2

Export from Connecteam

Connecteam has good export tools for employees, schedules, and time entries.

3

MyCo imports + sets up payroll

We import your team, set up payroll for your states, and configure direct deposit.

4

Side-by-side test week

Run one week in both systems. Compare attendance, scheduling, and payroll output.

5

Cutover when ready

Most teams cut over within 7–10 days. Cancel Connecteam at next renewal.

See MyCo with your data

Get a 20-minute walkthrough — no slides, no pressure

We'll show you exactly how MyCo handles your team size, your industry, and your current pain points. If Connecteam is the better fit, we'll tell you that too.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why switch from Connecteam to MyCo?

If you currently use Connecteam + a separate payroll provider, MyCo replaces both with one app and one bill. For deskless US teams that need payroll, that's the main reason.

Does MyCo have a free tier like Connecteam?

MyCo offers a 30-day free trial with no credit card required. Connecteam offers a permanent free tier for under 10 users. For teams above 10, MyCo's paid plans are typically cost-competitive when you factor in the included payroll.

Is MyCo as easy to use as Connecteam on mobile?

Yes. MyCo was built mobile-first like Connecteam. The learning curve is similar; most field employees are punching in within 5 minutes of installing the app.

Can MyCo handle scheduling like Connecteam?

Yes. MyCo includes shift scheduling, swap requests, time-off management, and conflict detection. Connecteam's scheduling module is more mature in some advanced features (like skill-based assignment), but the core scheduling is comparable.

What about international teams? Connecteam works in 100+ countries.

MyCo is currently US-focused. If you have international employees, MyCo is not the right fit today. We plan to expand internationally in 2027.