Deputy vs MYOB: Side-by-Side Feature & Pricing Comparison

Yes. Both platforms share 1 common data object types (including timesheets), which simplifies field mapping. Clever Ops runs a structured migration process: discovery, data mapping, test migration, verification, and cutover. Most migrations complete within 4-8 weeks, with 3 months of post-migration support included.

Deputy: Scheduling from approximately $4.50/user/month, Time & Attendance from approximately $4.50/user/month, Premium from approximately $6/user/month (AUD). Bundles available. Minimum spend may apply.. MYOB: MYOB Business Lite from $25/month, MYOB Business Pro from $55/month, MYOB Business Growing from $65/month (AUD). AccountRight pricing varies. Payroll included in most plans. Employee numbers affect pricing.. When comparing costs, factor in per-user charges, add-on modules, and implementation costs, not just the headline price. Clever Ops can model the total cost of ownership for your team size during a free assessment.

Yes. Deputy provides a REST + Webhook API and MYOB provides a REST API, so we can build reliable integrations between them. Common sync patterns include timesheets. Our integrations include error handling, retry logic, and monitoring. Clients typically save 8+ hours/week once the integration is live.

ROI depends on three factors: how well the platform is configured, how thoroughly your team adopts it, and how tightly it integrates with your other tools. Deputy delivers value through Drag-and-drop shift scheduling with templates and auto-scheduling saves hours of roster creation for multi-location businesses. MYOB delivers value through Deep roots in Australian business means accountants and bookkeepers are highly familiar with the platform, reducing training costs. A poorly set-up tool delivers less value than a well-implemented one, regardless of platform. Clever Ops focuses on maximising your return through proper implementation and ongoing optimisation.

Deputy strengths: Drag-and-drop shift scheduling with templates and auto-scheduling saves hours of roster creation for multi-location businesses. Employee mobile app allows staff to clock in and out with GPS verification, swap shifts, and request leave without manager involvement. MYOB strengths: Deep roots in Australian business means accountants and bookkeepers are highly familiar with the platform, reducing training costs. Built-in payroll with award interpretation and STP compliance handles Australian payroll complexity well out of the box. The features that matter most depend on your team's daily workflows and growth plans. Clever Ops can help you map your requirements to the right platform.

Deputy uses a REST + Webhook API (REST API with OAuth 2.0. Rate limited to 50 requests per 10-second window. Supports webhook notifications for shift changes and timesheet approvals. Pagination via start and max parameters.), while MYOB uses a REST API (REST API with OAuth 2.0. Rate limited to approximately 10,000 requests per day. Supports pagination via $top and $skip OData parameters. Cloud and on-premise (AccountRight Live) endpoints differ. JSON responses.). Deputy supports 7 core data objects; MYOB supports 9. Deputy supports webhooks for real-time sync. With 12+ of integration experience, Clever Ops can tell you exactly how each API performs in production.

Deputy may hit limits when salaried office-based teams where shift scheduling is irrelevant, or businesses with very large casual pools where per-user pricing becomes disproportionate to hours worked. MYOB may hit limits when businesses prioritising a modern cloud-first experience with extensive third-party integrations, or tech-savvy teams who find the interface hinders productivity. Both platforms are designed to grow with your business, but scaling experience varies. Deputy connects with 47+ tools, and MYOB with 63+, so integration flexibility at scale is comparable. Clever Ops helps mid-market Australian businesses plan their tech stack for growth, not just for today.

Both Deputy and MYOB provide standard security measures including encryption, access controls, and compliance certifications. Deputy uses a REST + Webhook API and MYOB uses REST, both supporting secure data transfer. For Australian businesses handling sensitive data under the Privacy Act, data residency and local support are worth verifying with each vendor. Clever Ops, based in Gippsland, Victoria, can review each platform's security posture against your compliance requirements during a free assessment.