Jobvite vs. SmartRecruiters: Why Our Hiring Software Wins

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Jobvite vs. SmartRecruiters: How do they compare?

FeatureJobviteSmartRecruiters
Workflow Flexibility✔ Highly configurable workflows tailored to various hiring models✘ Fewer customization options for enterprise-level workflows
Analytics✔ 60+ prebuilt reports with drag-and-drop custom dashboards✘ Advanced reports may require workarounds or third-party tools
AI and Automation✔ Embedded AI powers sourcing, recruiter workflows, and more✘ Automation beyond core features is limited
Candidate Relationship Management✔ Native CRM with personalized nurture campaigns, pipeline engagement tracking, and more✘ Lacks deep automation and integrated campaign management
Native Features✔ Includes native tools for CRM, analytics, and automation✘ Many deeper functionalities are only available through integrations

Jobvite vs. SmartRecruiters: FAQ

What makes Jobvite different from SmartRecruiters?

Jobvite combines end-to-end talent acquisition capabilities—including built-in CRM, advanced automation, and intelligent analytics—within a single, unified platform. That means fewer integrations, less complexity, and a hiring experience that just works.

While SmartRecruiters leans heavily on its marketplace to deliver core functionality, Jobvite gives you everything you need—right out of the box. It’s a platform that empowers every stakeholder in your hiring process, from recruiters to hiring managers to candidates.

How long does it take to implement Jobvite?

Implementation timelines can vary, but Jobvite’s team works closely with your team to get up and running. Our dedicated implementation specialists are happy to help throughout every phase to ensure a smooth adoption.

How do we migrate from SmartRecruiters to Jobvite?

If you’re ready to make the switch, Jobvite is here to help you every step of the way, from data processing to migration to team training. We work with you to guarantee consistency and integrate into your workflows as quickly as possible.

How much does Jobvite cost?

Start with our core ATS platform, then choose only the add-ons that solve your specific challenges, whether that’s Onboarding, Advanced Employee Referrals, or the AI Interview Companion. No bloated packages or paying for tools you’ll never touch.

Workflow Flexibility

Unlike other rigid hiring solutions, Jobvite provides next-level workflow flexibility. With Jobvite, larger teams can build role-specific workflows that reflect how your company actually hires.

  • Configure workflows using specific parameters. Segment workflows based on each job’s location, division, type, or seniority level to easily manage high-volume hiring.
  • Save time with automation. Adapt your processes to every hiring push in a fraction of the time.
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Analytics

Data-driven teams thrive with Jobvite’s built-in analytics suite. Whether you’re tracking pipeline health, recruiter productivity, or DEI goals, get the insights you need, when you need them, with Jobvite.

  • Leverage out-of-the-box reports. Need to report on widespread metrics? View your data quickly with over 60 prebuilt, user-friendly templates.
  • Create custom reports. In addition to standard reports, you can track more unique insights by using drag-and-drop custom reporting tools.

AI and Automation

Recruiting teams don’t need more software—they need smarter workflows. Jobvite delivers AI and automation features purpose-built to reduce manual lifting and accelerate hiring across every role, department, and location.

  • Intelligent candidate matching. Whether you’re working from internal or external talent pools, Jobvite’s AI scans your internal talent database to automatically surface qualified candidates once a new position opens.
  • Reduce manual tasks. From interview scheduling to email follow-ups and sourcing recommendations, Jobvite’s AI-powered features are built to help you focus on connecting with candidates.
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Jobvite’s AI-powered recruitment platform adapts to your workflows—delivering unmatched analytics, automation, built-in recruitment marketing, and more to help you hire smarter, faster, and more personally.

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Candidate Relationship Management

Staying top-of-mind with top talent takes more than job alerts. Unlike SmartRecruiters’ plugin-dependent UI, Jobvite’s fully integrated CRM helps you nurture relationships at scale.

  • Segment candidates into dynamic talent pools. Your talent pools are constantly changing, and your team needs to be prepared. Automatically put candidates in the most relevant talent pool so your personalized messages resonate.
  • Personalization at scale. High-volume hiring can still be highly personalized with the right tools. Automate candidate communication and follow-up with automatic reminders and chatbots so everyone stays in the loop.

Native Features

While SmartRecruiters relies heavily on third-party integrations, Jobvite delivers value in one convenient place. With Jobvite’s fully native tools, you can reduce friction, mitigate data silos, and increase hiring efficiency. 

  • Effective UI for different teams. With Jobvite, your recruiting staff, hiring leadership, HR teams, and more can all collaborate within the same platform.

Diverse features. Jobvite offers add-on features purpose-built for specific facets of recruitment, like marketing, IT, and executive leadership.

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Praised by the People Who Matter Most

In our old system, it took so long for a candidate to apply. With Jobvite, candidates can submit an application in less than two minutes. This helped us slash time to fill by 30%”

– Lea Bedford People Services Center Manager, Savers

We wanted a system that we could customize and design around the process we already have in place. Jobvite was the best way to do that. It has the best customization, most user-friendly experience, and allows us to optimize our efforts more than we ever thought possible.”

– ATS System Administrator Samtec

The tangible and intangible benefits that Jobvite provides over other applicant tracking systems will pay for themselves 10 times over.”

– David Poor Technical Recruiter, LONG Building Technologies

Looking back to life before Jobvite, we would spend 70-80% of our day screening applicants. Today, that has dropped by at least 30%. Now, Now I can focus on critical work that can move the needle for Noble, allowing my time to be more strategic and impactful.”

– Michele Ybarra Manager of Selection and Hiring, Noble Charter Schools

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