CATS vs JobAdder
Two recruitment CRMs compared on pricing, features, and fit, so you can shortlist with confidence.
✓Pricing verified against vendor pagesData reviewed September 22, 2026How we research →
By Ramin Assemi, B2B SaaS marketer and former Head of Content at Close.comPublished Updated
CATS
Straightforward, customizable ATS for small agencies
Best for: Small agencies wanting simple, affordable applicant tracking
✓Deep customizability of fields and workflows
✓Simple, centralized candidate management
✕Clunky, dated interface
✕Weak third-party data integration
JobAdder
Clean, usable ATS + CRM owned by SEEK
Best for: Agencies and in-house teams wanting a clean, usable ATS with strong job board reach
✓Exceptionally clean, fast interface recruiters like
✓200+ native job board connections, deep SEEK integration
✕Weak native workflow automation; many triggers are manual
✕Basic reporting on lower tiers
Our verdict
Choose CATS if…
- ✓You need an open API for custom integrations
- ✓Your team sources through LinkedIn every day
- ✓You want to trial before committing (free trial available)
Choose JobAdder if…
- ✓You're in in-house talent acquisition, a segment CATS doesn't focus on
Feature-by-feature
| Feature | CATS | JobAdder |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | – | ✓ |
IncludedPartial or paid add-onNot available
What would it cost your team?
| Est. monthly cost, entry tier | 5 seats | 20 seats | 50 seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| CATS (official) | $89/user/mo (term not stated)flat | $89/user/mo (term not stated)flat | $89/user/mo (term not stated)flat |
| JobAdder (official) | Custom quote | Custom quote | Custom quote |
Estimated from each vendor's published entry-tier price as of September 22, 2026; real quotes vary with plan tier, add-on modules, and contract terms. See how we label pricing confidence.
Frequently asked questions
How do CATS and JobAdder pricing compare?
CATS pricing starts at $89/user/mo (term not stated) (official, reviewed September 22, 2026). JobAdder uses custom quote-based pricing and does not publish list prices (official, reviewed July 4, 2026).
What does CATS cost?
CATS pricing starts at $89/user/mo (term not stated) (official, reviewed September 22, 2026). One published plan, CATS Pro, at $89/user/mo shown against a struck-through $110, plus a $500 data migration fee. The pricing page does not say whether $89 is a monthly or an annual rate, so the billing term is unconfirmed. The older $69 figure that third-party sites still quote no longer applies (vendor pricing page, Sep 2026).
What does JobAdder cost?
JobAdder uses custom quote-based pricing and does not publish list prices (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Custom quote only: JobAdder publishes Lite/Essential/Pro/Business plan structures and add-ons (dedicated IP, SSO, Broadbean, API/Sandbox) but no seat prices. Third-party figures of $80–160/user/mo circulate but are unverified (vendor pricing page, Jul 2026).
Which is rated higher, CATS or JobAdder?
JobAdder is rated higher: 4.4/5 on G2 versus 4.2/5 for CATS on G2.
Who is CATS best for, and who is JobAdder best for?
CATS: Small agencies wanting simple, affordable applicant tracking. JobAdder: Agencies and in-house teams wanting a clean, usable ATS with strong job board reach.