# Dienstplan

> Dienstplan has 20+ active installs and 122 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 58/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Dienstplan works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 58/100 on our health check.

**Self-hosted shift rosters for volunteer teams — members sign themselves up, no SaaS, no monthly fee.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 612
- **Downloads (30 days):** 122 (+0% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 58/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 3.7.0
- **Last updated:** Sep 2, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.3+, PHP 8.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Nusselt Management GmbH / Alexander Nusselt (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/wpdienstplan/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/dienstplan/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/calendar/) | >100 | 548 |
| [roster](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/roster/) | #3 | 12 |
| [scheduling](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/scheduling/) | #45 | 212 |
| [shifts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shifts/) | #1 | 1 |
| [volunteers](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/volunteers/) | #4 | 6 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| calendar | >100 | 2,525 |
| roster | #18 | 120 |
| scheduling | >100 | 2,101 |
| shifts | >100 | 1,062 |
| volunteers | #50 | 205 |

## Version adoption

- 3.7: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [The Events Calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/the-events-calendar/) | 600K+ | 4.2/5 (2,458) | Sep 30, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 2 | [Events Manager – Calendar, Bookings, Tickets, Appointments and more!](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/events-manager/) | 60K+ | 4.2/5 (550) | Oct 2, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 3 | [Timetable and Event Schedule by MotoPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mp-timetable/) | 30K+ | 4.3/5 (69) | Aug 28, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 4 | [WP Event Manager – Events Calendar, Registrations, Sell Tickets with WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-event-manager/) | 20K+ | 4/5 (249) | Jul 22, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 5 | [WP Simple Booking Calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-simple-booking-calendar/) | 20K+ | 4.8/5 (227) | Jun 29, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 6 | [The Events Calendar Shortcode & Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/the-events-calendar-shortcode/) | 10K+ | 4.7/5 (101) | Aug 18, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 7 | [Availability Datepicker – Booking Calendar for Contact Form 7 – Input WP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/date-time-picker-field/) | 10K+ | 4.1/5 (42) | Feb 27, 2026 | 47/100 |
| 8 | [ICS Calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ics-calendar/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (72) | Oct 6, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 9 | [Events Shortcodes For The Events Calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/template-events-calendar/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (214) | Sep 16, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 10 | [Easy Appointments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-appointments/) | 10K+ | 4.3/5 (131) | Oct 5, 2026 | 79/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dienstplan free?
Yes. Dienstplan is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Dienstplan safe to use in 2026?
Dienstplan works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 58/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Dienstplan?
Dienstplan is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 612 times since it launched in June 2026. It was downloaded 122 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Dienstplan work with WordPress 7.1?
Dienstplan is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Dienstplan need?
Dienstplan requires PHP 8.1 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Dienstplan last updated?
The latest version, 3.7.0, was released on September 2, 2026 (1 month ago).

### Who makes Dienstplan?
Dienstplan is developed and maintained by Nusselt Management GmbH / Alexander Nusselt.

### What are the best alternatives to Dienstplan?
The most popular alternatives to Dienstplan are The Events Calendar (600K+ installs), Events Manager (60K+ installs) and Timetable and Event Schedul… (30K+ installs).


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