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AshbyMost similar to Workable in what it does, its category and its price.
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JuiceboxHas a free plan, rated 4.1 out of 5. Workable has none.
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Take2 AIFrom $17/mo, against from $299/mo for Workable.
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ParadoxRated 4.3 out of 5 in our review, against 4.0 for Workable.
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At a glance
Green means better than Workable, red means worse. Prices are starting prices per month.
| Tool | Our rating | Starts at | Free plan | Best for | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 WorkableBaseline | 4.0 | $299/mo | No | AI-native ATS priced by headcount, from $149 a month for small teams | |
| Ashby | 4.2+0.2 | $270/mo$29 less | No | Applicant tracking system built with recruiting analytics baked in, not bolted on as an afterthought | vs Workable |
| Paradox | 4.3+0.3 | Not listed | No | Olivia texts candidates back in seconds, in over 100 languages, around the clock | vs Workable |
 Hyring | 4.0Same | $160/mo$139 less | No | AI-native hiring platform that runs adaptive, proctored video interviews and shortlists candidates without a recruiter on every call. | vs Workable |
 Greenhouse | 4.2+0.2 | Not listed | No | One of the most established ATS platforms, built for structured, fair hiring since 2012 | vs Workable |
 iCIMS | 4.2+0.2 | Not listed | No | Enterprise recruiting platform with an applicant tracking system, candidate engagement and career sites, plus iCIMS AI: a Sourcing Agent, candidate ranking and matching, a GenAI search assistant, an AI career-site chatbot and AI email writing. | vs Workable |
| Juicebox | 4.1+0.1 | $119/mo$180 less | YesWorkable has none | PeopleGPT search engine lets recruiters describe a candidate in plain language instead of building boolean filters | vs Workable |
| Take2 AI | 3.9−0.1 | $17/mo$282 less | No | AI interview agents that screen healthcare candidates around the clock. | vs Workable |
 HireVue | 4.2+0.2 | Not listed | No | Validates skills through video interviews and game-based assessments, since 2004 | vs Workable |
The alternatives in detail
In order of how closely each one matches Workable.
Ashby
4.2$270/mo
vs Workable$29 less+0.2
Applicant tracking system built with recruiting analytics baked in, not bolted on as an afterthought.
- 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
Built-in analytics remove the need to export ATS data into a separate BI tool
Entry pricing at $400/month is a real commitment for very small teams
Paradox
4.3Not listed
vs Workable+0.3
Olivia texts candidates back in seconds, in over 100 languages, around the clock.
- Olivia AI assistant screens, schedules, and answers candidates via SMS and chat
- Operates 24/7 across 100+ languages
- Built specifically for high-volume, frontline, and hourly hiring
Purpose-built for high-volume hiring speed, not a general-purpose ATS
Pricing isn't published, requires a sales conversation
Hyring
4.0$160/mo
vs Workable$139 lessSame
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
Greenhouse
4.2Not listed
vs Workable+0.2
One of the most established ATS platforms, built for structured, fair hiring since 2012.
- Structured hiring with standardized interview kits and scorecards
- Built specifically to reduce bias and keep evaluation criteria consistent
- One of the most established ATS platforms, operating since 2012
Structured hiring approach directly addresses bias and inconsistency in interviews
Enterprise Pro deployments can reach $70,000-plus a year
iCIMS
4.2Not listed
vs Workable+0.2
Enterprise recruiting platform with an applicant tracking system, candidate engagement and career sites, plus iCIMS AI: a Sourcing Agent, candidate ranking and matching, a GenAI search assistant, an AI career-site chatbot and AI email writing.
- Sourcing Agent for automated candidate sourcing
- Candidate ranking, talent matching and a GenAI search assistant
- AI career-site chatbot and conversational job search
Recruiters choose how much AI autonomy to enable
No published pricing; demo or sales call required
Juicebox
4.1$119/mo
vs Workable$180 less+0.1Free plan
PeopleGPT search engine lets recruiters describe a candidate in plain language instead of building boolean filters.
- PeopleGPT: natural-language candidate search instead of boolean filters
- Autonomous sourcing agents that continuously qualify candidates against open roles
- Native sync with ATS platforms including Ashby and Greenhouse
Natural-language search removes the steepest learning curve in traditional sourcing tools
Full agent capabilities sit behind paid tiers, limiting the free plan's practical use
Take2 AI
3.9$17/mo
vs Workable$282 less−0.1
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
HireVue
4.2Not listed
vs Workable+0.2
Validates skills through video interviews and game-based assessments, since 2004.
- One-way and live video interviewing with AI candidate scoring
- Game-based assessments and coding challenges for skills validation
- Three tiers: Essentials, Enterprise, and Enterprise Plus
Two-decade operating history, among the most established in this category
Pricing isn't published, starts around $35,000 a year plus implementation fees
FAQ
Questions people ask
Is Workable free?
Workable does not list a free plan. Paid plans start from $299/mo.
What is the best free alternative to Workable?
Juicebox is the highest-rated alternative here with a free plan (4.1 out of 5).
What is the cheapest alternative to Workable?
Among paid plans, Take2 AI has the lowest starting price (from $17/mo). If you need it free, start with Juicebox.
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.