Honest comparison
CaterFlow AI vs Deputy
Deputy is a serious workforce management platform: rosters, timesheets, award interpretation and payroll exports, priced per employee. CaterFlow AI is not a rostering platform. Our Staffing Agent fills shifts and handles the messaging around them as one part of a flat-fee package that also covers quoting, invoicing, compliance and reporting. If your only pain is the roster, Deputy is the specialist.
CaterFlow AI
Built for small catering businesses that want the admin done, not another tool to log into.
Deputy
Workforce scheduling & time tracking. Best for businesses whose main problem is rostering and award compliance. From ~A$6/user per month.
Feature comparison: CaterFlow AI vs Deputy
| Feature | CaterFlow AI | Deputy |
|---|---|---|
| Rostering | Staffing Agent fills and confirms shifts | Full-featured drag-and-drop rostering |
| Timesheets and award rates | Not offered | Core strength, with award interpretation |
| Pricing model | Flat fee — 5 or 50 casuals costs the same | Per employee, per month |
| Quoting and invoicing | Automated | Not offered |
| Food safety and WHS reports | Included | Not offered |
| Post-event reporting | Automatic event P&L | Labour reporting only |
| Pricing | A$2,000/mo (Quotebot) or A$5,000/mo (Full Package), GST included | From ~A$6/user per month |
When Deputy is the better choice
We would rather you buy the right thing than buy from us. Here is where Deputy genuinely wins.
Still think CaterFlow AI is the better fit?
Every automation, the build and ongoing support are on one flat monthly price, GST included, with no lock-in. See exactly what each plan covers before you talk to anyone.