Ashby vs Jobvite
Two recruitment CRMs compared on pricing, features, and fit, so you can shortlist with confidence.
✓Pricing verified against vendor pagesData reviewed July 4, 2026How we research →
By Ramin Assemi, B2B SaaS marketer and former Head of Content at Close.comPublished Updated
Ashby
Analytics-first ATS expanding from startups into agencies
Best for: Tech-focused teams that prioritize analytics and product velocity
✓Best-in-class custom reporting and analytics
✓Rapid product velocity, constant shipping
✕Built for in-house hiring; weak multi-client database separation for agencies
✕Opaque pricing for AI add-ons and larger plans
Jobvite
Modular ATS + talent CRM suite (Employ)
Best for: Enterprises running multi-touch passive-candidate marketing
✓Native talent CRM segments passive pools and silver-medalists
✓Highly configurable workflow automation and approvals
✕Long, complex implementations
✕Needs a dedicated admin to run well
Our verdict
Choose Ashby if…
- ✓You're in recruitment agencies & staffing firms, a segment Jobvite doesn't focus on
Choose Jobvite if…
- ✓Multi-job-board posting is core to how you fill roles
Feature-by-feature
| Feature | Ashby | Jobvite |
|---|---|---|
| ATS + CRM core | ✓ | ✓ |
| Email/inbox sync | ✓ | ✓ |
| LinkedIn / Chrome extension | ~ | ~ |
| Multi-job-board posting | ~ | ✓ |
| Built-in candidate sourcing | ~ | ~ |
| Workflow automation | ✓ | ✓ |
| AI matching & assistance | ✓ | ✓ |
| Reporting & analytics | ✓ | ✓ |
| Temp back-office (pay & bill) | – | – |
| Open API | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mobile app | – | ~ |
What would it cost your team?
| Est. monthly cost, entry tier | 5 seats | 20 seats | 50 seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashby (official) | $400/mo (org ≤100 employees)flat | $400/mo (org ≤100 employees)flat | $400/mo (org ≤100 employees)flat |
| Jobvite (official) | Custom quote | Custom quote | Custom quote |
Estimated from each vendor's published entry-tier price as of July 4, 2026; real quotes vary with plan tier, add-on modules, and contract terms. See how we label pricing confidence.
Frequently asked questions
How do Ashby and Jobvite pricing compare?
Ashby pricing starts at $400/mo (org ≤100 employees) (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Jobvite uses custom quote-based pricing and does not publish list prices (official, reviewed July 4, 2026).
What does Ashby cost?
Ashby pricing starts at $400/mo (org ≤100 employees) (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Foundations $400/mo for organizations up to 100 employees (10% annual-commitment discount); larger plans and Analytics are custom-quoted. Priced by company headcount, not recruiter seats (vendor pricing page, Jul 2026).
What does Jobvite cost?
Jobvite uses custom quote-based pricing and does not publish list prices (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Custom modular pricing: customers start with a core ATS platform and add modules (Source & CRM, Onboarding, AI Interview Companion, referrals). No public prices; customized by organization size per the vendor FAQ (vendor pricing page, Jul 2026).
Who is Ashby best for, and who is Jobvite best for?
Ashby: Tech-focused teams that prioritize analytics and product velocity. Jobvite: Enterprises running multi-touch passive-candidate marketing.