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CareerPlug vs SmartRecruiters

Both stand on applicant tracking systems - midmarket software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

CareerPlug

Free trial AndroidAPIWeb

Choose CareerPlug if you need web-based recruiting tools spanning job distribution, careers pages, screening, and interview scheduling. Grow adds onboarding and retention capabilities. Consider another option if you need a listed platform beyond web or public pricing.

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SmartRecruiters

Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1

SmartRecruiters combines recruiting workflows, AI assistance, integrations, and mobile access in SmartOS. Review the starting monthly price and plan differences against your hiring volume and required features.

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The facts

CareerPlugSmartRecruiters
Free planNot publishedNo
Open sourceNoNot published
Runs onAndroid, API, WebAndroid, API, iPhone, Web
Lowest paid planFree or on requestSee the plans
Plans published34
MakerCareerPlugSmartRecruiters
Websitecareerplug.comsmartrecruiters.com
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CareerPlug: what it does well

  • Distributes job postings to job boards.
  • Includes a careers page.
  • Supports interview scheduling and workflow automation.
  • Hire includes screening and assessments.
  • Grow adds onboarding and retention capabilities.

What to know first

  • Pricing is available on request.
  • Limited offers limited functionality.
  • The listed platform is web.

SmartRecruiters: what it does well

  • Hiring management from posting through onboarding
  • Applicant tracking and candidate CRM
  • AI screening and talent matching
  • REST API and webhooks
  • Hundreds of Marketplace integrations

What to know first

  • No free plan
  • Essential starts at $14,995 a month
  • Best suited to organisations with at least 50 employees

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