The pros of rotating shifts include increased flexibility, reduced boredom, increased variety, and higher pay rates in some industries. The cons of rotating shifts include disrupted sleep patterns, social life disruption, difficulty with childcare, and safety risks.

Some employees may prefer a consistent schedule instead of one that rotates all the time. Rotating schedules can make it hard to attend school or other educational training that operates on a fixed schedule. Working long, 12-hour shifts can exhaust or overwhelm workers, affecting safety and productivity.