ATS software directory

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An honest, side-by-side look at applicant tracking systems — what they cost, who they fit, and how they compare. No fake reviews, no paid rankings.

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BambooHR
HR software and ATS for small and medium businesses

BambooHR is an HR platform that includes a built-in applicant tracking system for small and mid-size businesses. It combines hiring, onboarding, employee records, and performance management in one product. ...

Paid Cloud
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Breezy HR
Modern ATS and recruiting software for growing teams

Breezy HR is a cloud-based applicant tracking system aimed at small and medium-sized businesses. It offers a visual pipeline (Kanban-style), job board integrations, video interviews, and automated messaging. ...

Free plan Cloud
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Greenhouse
Enterprise ATS and recruiting software for structured hiring

Greenhouse is an enterprise-grade applicant tracking system and recruiting software platform focused on structured hiring processes. It is widely used by larger technology companies and venture-backed scale-ups globally, including in Norway and the Nordics. ...

Paid Cloud
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iCIMS
Enterprise talent acquisition platform for large organizations

iCIMS is an enterprise-grade talent acquisition platform used by large corporations and high-volume hiring organizations. It covers the full hiring lifecycle — from job requisition and sourcing to offer management and onboarding. ...

Paid Cloud
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JazzHR
Affordable ATS built for small business hiring

JazzHR is a cloud-based applicant tracking system focused on small and mid-sized businesses. It provides job posting to major boards, customizable application forms, resume management, and basic interview scheduling at a lower price point than many competitors. ...

Paid Cloud
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Lever
Modern ATS and CRM built for collaborative hiring

Lever is a cloud-based applicant tracking system that combines ATS functionality with a built-in candidate relationship management (CRM) tool called LeverTRM. Popular with fast-growing technology companies and scale-ups in the US and Europe. ...

Paid Cloud
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OpenCATS
Established open-source ATS with PHP/MySQL stack

OpenCATS is one of the most established open-source applicant tracking systems. It runs on a PHP/LAMP stack (PHP, Apache/Nginx, MySQL) and can be self-hosted. ...

Free Self-hosted
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Recruitee
Collaborative ATS for fast-growing teams

Recruitee is a cloud-based applicant tracking system built for collaborative hiring. It supports multi-user pipelines, branded career sites, job board posting, and detailed analytics. ...

Paid Cloud
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Reqcore
The ATS for teams with too many applicants — AI sorts every one and puts the best first

Reqcore is an applicant tracking system built for high applicant volume. When your team cannot review everyone by hand, Reqcore screens and ranks every application and brings the best matches to the top — and shows the reason behind each score. ...

Free plan Cloud Self-hosted
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SmartRecruiters
Enterprise talent acquisition suite with a free tier for small teams

SmartRecruiters is an enterprise talent acquisition platform used by large global organizations. It offers a full-cycle recruiting suite including sourcing, ATS, collaborative hiring, and offer management. ...

Free plan Cloud
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Teamtailor
Employer branding and ATS platform, popular in the Nordics

Teamtailor is a Swedish-founded cloud ATS that combines applicant tracking with employer branding tools. It is widely used by Nordic scale-ups and tech companies seeking a modern candidate experience. ...

Paid Cloud
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Webcruiter
Nordic ATS built for the Norwegian public sector

Webcruiter is a Norwegian applicant tracking system widely used in Norwegian municipalities, government agencies, and large public-sector employers. no (Norway's dominant job board) and NAV (the Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration), making it a dominant choice in Norwegian public procurement. ...

Paid Cloud
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Workable
All-in-one hiring platform for SMBs and growing teams

Workable is a cloud-based hiring platform designed for small and mid-size businesses. It covers the full recruitment workflow from job posting to offer, including AI-powered candidate sourcing, video interviews, and onboarding. ...

Paid Cloud
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Zoho Recruit
Recruitment software with a free plan for small teams

Zoho Recruit is a cloud-based applicant tracking system from Zoho Corporation. It offers a free plan for small organizations (one active job), making it accessible for startups and solopreneurs. ...

Free plan Cloud

What is an ATS?

An applicant tracking system (ATS) is software that manages job postings, candidate applications, and hiring pipelines. This directory covers 14 ATS tools — from free plans to enterprise platforms — with honest comparisons and no paid rankings.

Frequently asked questions

What is an ATS (Applicant Tracking System)?
An applicant tracking system (ATS) is software that helps companies manage job applications, track candidates through hiring pipelines, and collaborate on hiring decisions. It automates posting jobs to multiple boards, collecting applications, and moving candidates through interview stages.
What is the best free ATS software?
Several ATS tools offer free plans, including Reqcore, Breezy HR, and Recruitee. Free tiers usually limit the number of active job postings or team members, so check those caps against how much you are hiring before you commit.
How much does an ATS cost?
Most applicant tracking systems are priced per month, often based on the number of active jobs or team members. Many tools start with a free plan, while paid plans typically range from a low monthly fee for small teams up to enterprise pricing for large organizations. Always check whether setup, integrations, and support are included.
Which ATS is best for small businesses?
Small businesses and startups usually do well with simple, affordable tools like Reqcore, JazzHR, Breezy HR, or BambooHR. These offer straightforward pipelines, low or free pricing, and quick setup without dedicated IT support.
How does an ATS differ from an HRIS?
An ATS (applicant tracking system) manages the recruiting process — from job posting to offer letter. An HRIS (human resource information system) manages employees after they are hired. Many companies use both, and some HRIS platforms like BambooHR include built-in ATS features.
Which ATS has the best job board integrations?
Most major ATS tools integrate with LinkedIn, Indeed, Glassdoor, and ZipRecruiter. Greenhouse, Lever, Workable, and Teamtailor are known for broad integration ecosystems. When evaluating an ATS, check for direct integrations with the job boards most active in your hiring region.
How does an ATS help with GDPR compliance?
A good ATS gives you tools to stay GDPR compliant — consent capture on application forms, retention rules that delete candidate data after a set period, and clear records of where applicant data is stored. When comparing tools, check the data processing agreement, subprocessor list, and data center locations.

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