Ashby vs Loxo (2026): Pricing, Features & Which to Choose

Who comes out ahead

Based only on the facts in our directory. The right pick still depends on the job you need done.

Lower starting price
Loxo
From $149/mo against from $270/mo
Free plan
Tie
Neither has one
Higher rating
Loxo
4.2 against 4.3
Same job?
Yes
Both are HR & Recruiting AI tools

Side by side

Compared on	Ashby	Loxo
Our rating	4.2	4.3Better
Starts at	$270/mo	$149/moBetter
Free plan	No	No
Category	HR & Recruiting AI	HR & Recruiting AI
Plans	Foundations$300/mo (1-10 employees) to $900/mo (76-100); 10% off with a yearly commitment PlusQuote only (101-1,000 employees) EnterpriseQuote only (1,000+ employees) Ashby AnalyticsQuote only, usage-based	From $149/mo
Key features	Full applicant tracking system with job requisitions, pipelines, and interview scheduling Native recruiting analytics dashboards built into the core product AI-assisted candidate sourcing alongside the core ATS workflow Foundations plan starting at $400/month for smaller teams Custom Plus and Enterprise tiers for larger organizations	AI agents for data cleanup, longlists, shortlists and submittals Natural-language candidate search with AI recommendations AI Notetaker that syncs interview notes Job Description Agent that builds a skills profile Loxo Outreach GPT and Loxo MCP server
Pros	Built-in analytics remove the need to export ATS data into a separate BI tool Combines sourcing, tracking, and reporting in one connected platform Structured interview scorecards support more consistent hiring decisions	Whole recruiting workflow in one platform AI credits pool across the team A free start and a demo are offered before choosing a plan
Cons	Entry pricing at $400/month is a real commitment for very small teams Enterprise tier costs require a custom quote before knowing the real price Feature breadth means a longer setup and onboarding than a narrow point tool	Core starts at $149 per user a month, high for solo recruiters AI agent usage draws on a monthly credit allowance Talent graph and growth figures are the company's own
Company	Ashby, founded 2018	Loxo

Prices come from each vendor's pricing page, last checked 20261012. Check the vendor before you buy.

FAQ

Questions people ask

Is Ashby better than Loxo?

In our reviews Ashby scores 4.2 and Loxo scores 4.3. The better pick depends on the job. Ashby: Applicant tracking system built with recruiting analytics baked in, not bolted on as an afterthought. Loxo: Recruiting platform that combines ATS, CRM, sourcing and outreach with AI agents for data cleanup, longlists and shortlists, candidate submittals and job descriptions, plus natural-language candidate search.

Which is cheaper, Ashby or Loxo?

Loxo has the lower starting price: from $270/mo for Ashby and from $149/mo for Loxo.

Do Ashby and Loxo have free plans?

Neither lists a free plan.

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