Breezy HR vs iSmartRecruit
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
Breezy HR
Frictionless Kanban ATS with a free plan
Best for: SMBs without in-house recruiters who want visual, simple hiring
✓Drag-and-drop Kanban pipeline needs zero manager training
✓Genuinely useful free Bootstrap plan
✕Reporting lacks enterprise customization
✕UI feels slightly dated
iSmartRecruit
Affordable AI recruiting platform with global, multilingual reach
Best for: Small global agencies wanting broad AI features at low cost
✓Broad AI toolset (chatbots, semantic search, matching) at standard tiers
✓Strong multilingual support for global teams
✕Limited customization of core candidate fields
✕Learning curve across its broad feature set
Our verdict
Choose Breezy HR if…
- ✓You want to trial before committing (free trial available)
Choose iSmartRecruit if…
- ✓You're in recruitment agencies & staffing firms, a segment Breezy HR doesn't focus on
- ✓You're in executive search firms, a segment Breezy HR doesn't focus on
- ✓AI matching and assistance are on your must-have list
- ✓Reporting and analytics drive how you run the desk
Feature-by-feature
| Feature | Breezy HR | iSmartRecruit |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breezy HR (official) | $157/mo (Startup, annual)flat | $157/mo (Startup, annual)flat | $157/mo (Startup, annual)flat |
| iSmartRecruit (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 Breezy HR and iSmartRecruit pricing compare?
Breezy HR pricing starts at $157/mo (Startup, annual) (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). iSmartRecruit uses custom quote-based pricing and does not publish list prices (official, reviewed July 4, 2026).
What does Breezy HR cost?
Breezy HR pricing starts at $157/mo (Startup, annual) (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Free Bootstrap plan (1 active job), then Startup $157/mo, Growth $273/mo, Business $439/mo on annual billing ($189/$329/$529 monthly). 14-day full-feature trial; AI credits, SMS, and onboarding are priced add-ons (vendor pricing page, Jul 2026).
What does iSmartRecruit cost?
iSmartRecruit uses custom quote-based pricing and does not publish list prices (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Quote-based: the current pricing page shows Startup and Professional plans with placeholder prices (Startup includes up to 10 active jobs). Third-party estimates of $12–19/user/mo are unverified (vendor pricing page, Jul 2026).
Who is Breezy HR best for, and who is iSmartRecruit best for?
Breezy HR: SMBs without in-house recruiters who want visual, simple hiring. iSmartRecruit: Small global agencies wanting broad AI features at low cost.