SmartRecruiters vs Ashby
Best for
Global enterprises and high-volume or frontline hiring needing a unified ATS, CRM and AI.
Scaling startups and mid-market/enterprise talent teams wanting an all-in-one ATS, CRM, scheduling and analytics in one system.
Strong when
Ease of use and collaboration matter and large, decentralized hiring operations need to standardize globally.
Consolidating separate ATS, sourcing/CRM, scheduling and analytics tools and prioritizing self-serve reporting and automation.
Validate before buying
Reviewers cite customization limits for complex workflows and reporting inflexibility, and post-SAP licensing and migration changes are underway.
Data is stored and processed in the United States, and ISO 27001 is not confirmed on official pages; pricing is quote-based.
Pricing
Quote-based; the Essential tier is published starting at $14,995, with higher tiers custom-quoted.
Per-seat and quote-based, with an entry price reported around $300/month; the open API is included in all tiers.
Implementation
Interoperable with SAP SuccessFactors and 50+ HCM/HRIS systems; timelines vary by scope.
A vendor case study reports implementation in about one month.
Employees
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51-200
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
San Francisco
Founded
2010
2019
Categories
Applicant Tracking SystemRecruiting CRM
Applicant Tracking SystemRecruiting CRM
Core capabilities
Applicant tracking (ATS)Sourcing and candidate CRMRecruitment marketingAI matchingAI recruiting agentCandidate screeningInterview schedulingOnboarding
Applicant tracking (ATS)Sourcing and candidate CRMInterview schedulingRecruiting analyticsHeadcount planningAI notetaker and automationReferralsJob-board embed
Decision snapshots reflect verified profiles where available. SmartRecruiters · Ashby