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Bringboard vs SmartHires
Both stand on applicant tracking systems. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
Bringboard covers technical recruiting from careers pages through interviews, with configurable workflows and reporting. Its open-beta status and unfinished API roadmap are important considerations for teams planning integrations.
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SmartHires covers core recruiting workflows in a web platform, with free posting, tracking, screening, matching, and candidate engagement. Employers can use the free plan or request pricing for Premium Plus customization and tailored talent acquisition services.
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| Bringboard | SmartHires | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Bringboard | SmartHires |
| Website | bringboard.com | ws.smarthires.com |
| On applicant tracking systems | #33 of 233 | #37 of 233 |
Bringboard: what it does well
- Unlimited positions and candidates
- Custom careers portal with SSL
- Google Calendar interview scheduling
- Event-triggered workflow automation
- Per-position hiring dashboards
What to know first
- Open beta features and pricing may change
- Public API and webhooks are still in progress
- No resume parsing
- No job board distribution
SmartHires: what it does well
- Free job board and applicant tracking system
- Unlimited jobs can be posted without charge
- Includes screening and license validation
- Matches candidates to job families
- Provides alerts and recruiting analytics
What to know first
- Designed for businesses under 500 employees
- Some integrations depend on customer needs
- Advanced customization requires Premium Plus
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