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Top 10 Applicant Tracking Systems

10 ranked on capability, adoption, value, momentum and trust, with a plain verdict on every entry.

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Greenhouse leads for structured hiring at enterprise scale, with unmatched interview scorecards and bias reduction tools ideal for large orgs. Workable suits small-to-mid-market teams seeking transparent, no-surprise pricing and 200+ job board integrations. Ashby excels for growth-stage startups needing native analytics without separate reporting tools.
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1GreenhouseRanked #1 ATS on G2 with industry-leading interview scorecards and algorithmic bias reduction95.0NEWCustom
2WorkableOffers published transparent pricing and 200+ job board integrations, rare transparency among enterprise ATS vendors92.5NEW149 USD per month
3AshbyBest-in-class analytics dashboard built natively into platform with no separate reporting tool needed90.0NEWCustom
4LeverPioneered ATS and CRM integration for passive candidate nurturing and long-term talent pipeline management87.5NEWCustom
5JazzHRMost teams become fully operational within one day of setup with zero complex configuration85.0NEW39 USD per month
6BreezyHROnly ATS with native video interviewing built-in, eliminating separate tool requirement for remote interviews82.5NEWFree tier + £125/month (£1,500 annually) for paid plans
7iCIMS RecruitProven to handle 50,000+ hires annually with 300+ integrations via marketplace80.0NEWCustom quote (typically £40,000-50,000 annually)
8ManatalAI-native approach consolidates resume, social media, job history, and education data into single candidate profile77.5NEW15 USD per user per month
9BambooHROnly all-in-one HR suite combining ATS, HRIS, benefits, payroll, and performance management in single platform76.0NEWCustom
10PinpointUnlimited-seat model charges flat monthly rate regardless of team size, unlike Lever's per-employee pricing74.0NEW~£275/month (flat rate, ~£3,300 annually)
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The ranking, in detail

01

Greenhouse

The hiring operating system

Purpose-built for mid-to-large organisations with 100+ employees hiring 25+ roles annually. Delivers ranked #1 ATS on G2 through interview scorecards, bias reduction tools, and hiring scorecards that embed structured methodology into every stage.

From CustomBest for Structured interviewing and hiring culture
95.0
02

Workable

Designed for small-to-mid-market companies (1-500 employees) with fully transparent, published pricing and 200+ job board integrations. Balances affordability with enterprise-grade recruitment features.

From 149 USD per monthBest for Small to medium businesses
92.5
03

Ashby

All-in-one recruiting platform

Built for Series A+ startups and growth-stage companies (50-500 employees) with native, best-in-class analytics dashboard embedded in the platform. No separate reporting tool required.

From CustomBest for Data-driven tech companies
90.0
04

Lever

Built for modern talent acquisition

Purpose-designed for companies with 100-1,000 employees building persistent talent pipelines. Pioneered ATS and CRM integration, enabling passive candidate nurturing and long-term talent relationship management.

From CustomBest for Relationship-driven sourcing
87.5
05

JazzHR

Recruiting software built for small business

Optimised for small businesses (under 50 employees) making their first 1-25 hires annually. Teams become operational within one day of setup, with straightforward navigation and minimal training required.

From 39 USD per monthBest for Small businesses
85.0
06

BreezyHR

Video-first ATS for remote teams

Built for companies seeking recruitment tools to streamline their hiring process. Includes free tier plus paid plans with integrated functionality.

From Free tier + £125/month (£1,500 annually) for paid plansBest for Remote-first companies (up to 500 employees) prioritising video interviewing and flexibility
82.5
07

iCIMS Recruit

Enterprise ATS for high-volume hiring

Built for large enterprises (500+ employees) with complex, high-volume hiring requirements. Handles 50,000+ hires annually with 300+ integrations via its marketplace.

From Custom quote (typically £40,000-50,000 annually)Best for Large enterprises (500+ employees) with high-volume, complex hiring and extensive system integrations
80.0
08

Manatal

AI-powered recruitment software

AI-first ATS for SMBs and growing teams, providing a unified candidate profile aggregating resume data, social media presence, job history, and education. Emphasises comprehensive candidate intelligence in one view.

From 15 USD per user per monthBest for Budget-conscious agencies
77.5
09

BambooHR

An all-in-one HR suite combining ATS with full HR management, providing single source of truth for both hiring and HR teams across SMBs.

From CustomBest for All in one HR and recruitment
76.0
10

Pinpoint

Unlimited-seat ATS for mid-market teams

Designed for mid-market teams (50-2,000 employees) with unlimited-seat pricing model where 10 recruiters pay the same flat rate as 3 recruiters, unlike per-employee competitor pricing.

From ~£275/month (flat rate, ~£3,300 annually)Best for Mid-market teams (50-2,000 employees) with expanding recruiting teams seeking unlimited-seat pricing
74.0

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical cost of an ATS for a 100-person company?

For a 100-person company hiring 10-20 roles annually, expect £1,500-5,000 per year. Workable costs approximately £240-480/month, JazzHR £120-220/month, and Greenhouse requires custom quotes starting around £4,500-6,500 annually. Pricing depends on hiring volume, integrations needed, and platform sophistication.

Which ATS is best for remote-first companies?

BreezyHR is purpose-built for remote teams with native video interviewing, eliminating the need for separate video tools. Ashby also works well for distributed teams with its modern interface and real-time analytics accessible anywhere. Both integrate seamlessly with remote collaboration tools.

How long does it take to implement an ATS?

Implementation ranges from one day (JazzHR) to several weeks (iCIMS Recruit). Greenhouse, Workable, and Ashby typically go live within 1-2 weeks with standard setup. Enterprise platforms like iCIMS require 4-12 weeks due to complex integrations and customisation requirements.