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AlexMost similar to ShortlistIQ in what it does, its category and its price.
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SkilloraHas a free plan, rated 3.8 out of 5. ShortlistIQ has none.
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Take2 AIFrom $17/mo, the lowest starting price here.
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HyringRated 4.0 out of 5 in our review, against 3.7 for ShortlistIQ.
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At a glance
Green means better than ShortlistIQ, red means worse. Prices are starting prices per month.
| Tool | Our rating | Starts at | Free plan | Best for | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 ShortlistIQBaseline | 3.7 | Not listed | No | Runs first-round interviews as a conversation, with a persona you configure. | |
| Alex | 4.0+0.3 | Not listed | No | Conversational AI interviewer that screens job candidates through interactive, real-time interviews. | vs ShortlistIQ |
 Talently.ai | 3.5−0.2 | Not listed | No | An AI interviewer that conducts live candidate interviews in multiple languages, with structured evaluation across every conversation. | vs ShortlistIQ |
| Hyring | 4.0+0.3 | $160/mo | No | AI-native hiring platform that runs adaptive, proctored video interviews and shortlists candidates without a recruiter on every call. | vs ShortlistIQ |
| Take2 AI | 3.9+0.2 | $17/mo | No | AI interview agents that screen healthcare candidates around the clock. | vs ShortlistIQ |
| Skillora | 3.8+0.1 | Free | YesShortlistIQ has none | An AI interviewer for both sides - candidates practice for free, employers screen at scale - trusted by students from NYU, Yale and Virginia Tech. | vs ShortlistIQ |
 HackerRank | 3.8+0.1 | Not listed | No | AI Mock Interviewer, Chakra AI pre-screening, and a QuickApply agent span both sides of technical hiring - practicing for interviews and running them. | vs ShortlistIQ |
 Applai | 3.2−0.5 | Free | YesShortlistIQ has none | Job search assistant with an interview coach that generates questions from the specific role you are applying for. | vs ShortlistIQ |
 ZappyVue | 3.6−0.1 | Not listed | No | Async video interviews that score and rank candidates, billed by the minute. | vs ShortlistIQ |
The alternatives in detail
In order of how closely each one matches ShortlistIQ.
Alex
4.0Not listed
vs ShortlistIQ+0.3
Conversational AI interviewer that screens job candidates through interactive, real-time interviews.
- Interactive conversational AI interviewer
- Automated candidate screening and scoring
- Real-time follow-up question generation
Runs live, adaptive interviews instead of static video submissions
Pricing is not published and requires a sales conversation
Talently.ai
3.5Not listed
vs ShortlistIQ−0.2
An AI interviewer that conducts live candidate interviews in multiple languages, with structured evaluation across every conversation.
- Live AI-conducted candidate interviews
- Multi-language interviewing
- Consistent question set across all candidates
Removes the scheduling bottleneck in high-volume early screening
Automated employment assessment is regulated - NYC bias audits and EU AI Act high-risk rules apply
Hyring
4.0$160/mo
vs ShortlistIQ+0.3
AI-native hiring platform that runs adaptive, proctored video interviews and shortlists candidates without a recruiter on every call.
- Adaptive AI video interviewer that asks follow-up questions in real time
- Automated proctoring for tab-switching, multiple faces, and background noise
- AI resume screener that ranks candidates against job requirements
Cuts first-round screening time by handling video, phone, and coding interviews without recruiter involvement
No perpetual free plan, only paid tiers priced by interview volume
Take2 AI
3.9$17/mo
vs ShortlistIQ+0.2
AI interview agents that screen healthcare candidates around the clock.
- AI interviewer agents purpose-built for healthcare roles
- 24/7 candidate screening independent of recruiter availability
- Instant screening results rather than scheduled callbacks
Solves the shift-worker scheduling deadlock in clinical hiring
Automated interviewing can deter candidates in a tight labour market
Skillora
3.8Free
vs ShortlistIQ+0.1Free plan
An AI interviewer for both sides - candidates practice for free, employers screen at scale - trusted by students from NYU, Yale and Virginia Tech.
- AI-conducted video interviews for candidates and employers
- Free candidate practice mode
- Scaled candidate screening for hiring teams
Free practice mode lowers the barrier to genuine interview preparation
An AI interviewer is still a different experience than a real human one
HackerRank
3.8Not listed
vs ShortlistIQ+0.1
AI Mock Interviewer, Chakra AI pre-screening, and a QuickApply agent span both sides of technical hiring - practicing for interviews and running them.
- AI Mock Interviewer for candidate interview practice
- Chakra AI-powered interview pre-screening
- AI plagiarism detection for coding assessments
Covers both candidate prep and employer screening with distinct AI tools
Pricing isn't published on the homepage
Applai
3.2Free
vs ShortlistIQ−0.5Free plan
Job search assistant with an interview coach that generates questions from the specific role you are applying for.
- Interview questions generated from the specific job posting
- AI interview coaching
- Candidate-side job search tools
Role-specific questions beat generic preparation lists
Predicted questions are inference, not the employer's actual list
ZappyVue
3.6Not listed
vs ShortlistIQ−0.1
Async video interviews that score and rank candidates, billed by the minute.
- Asynchronous on-demand video interviews
- Automatic scoring and ranking of candidates
- Language proficiency analysis across 50+ languages
Removes the scheduling round that loses the best candidates
Face recognition and screen monitoring on applicants is surveillance with legal obligations attached
FAQ
Questions people ask
Is ShortlistIQ free?
ShortlistIQ does not list a free plan. Check its pricing page for current plans.
What is the best free alternative to ShortlistIQ?
Skillora is the highest-rated alternative here with a free plan (3.8 out of 5). Other free options: Applai.
What is the cheapest alternative to ShortlistIQ?
Among paid plans, Take2 AI has the lowest starting price (from $17/mo). If you need it free, start with Skillora.
How did you pick these alternatives?
We match tools on what they do, their category and their price, using the details in our directory. Ratings come from our reviews and reader reviews.