Crelate vs Loxo
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
Crelate
Configurable ATS/CRM for recruiting and staffing firms
Best for: US perm + search firms wanting configurable workflows
✓Deep CRM configurability with drag-and-drop swimlane pipelines
✓Strong relationship tracking suited to retained search
✕Interface feels cluttered and dated to many reviewers
✕Steep learning curve requiring real training
Loxo
Talent intelligence platform with a 1.2B-profile sourcing database
Best for: Search firms and sourcing-heavy teams that live on outbound
✓Loxo Source: 1.2B-profile database can replace LinkedIn Recruiter licenses
✓Powerful omnichannel outreach (email, SMS, LinkedIn) plus AI notetaker
✕Steep price escalation as teams grow; recent price increases
✕Strict contact-data credit limits on lower tiers
Our verdict
Both target US perm and executive search, with opposite centers of gravity. Crelate is process: drag-and-drop swimlane pipelines, deep configurability, and relationship tracking suited to retained search — note the Essentials plan caps at 2 users, so most firms effectively start at the $119 Business tier. Loxo is data: the 1.2B-profile database and built-in outreach replace separate sourcing subscriptions, at a $169/user price that's now among the highest in the SMB segment. Retained firms that win on process pick Crelate; firms that win on sourcing volume pick Loxo.
Choose Crelate if…
- ✓You're in rpo providers, a segment Loxo doesn't focus on
- ✓Multi-job-board posting is core to how you fill roles
- ✓Entry price matters: $85/user/mo published vs $169 for Loxo
Choose Loxo if…
- ✓You're in in-house talent acquisition, a segment Crelate doesn't focus on
- ✓You want built-in candidate sourcing instead of separate tools
Feature-by-feature
| Feature | Crelate | Loxo |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crelate (official) | $425/mo | $1,700/mo | $4,250/mo |
| Loxo (official) | $845/mo | $3,380/mo | $8,450/mo |
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
Is Crelate cheaper than Loxo?
Crelate has the lower published starting price. Crelate pricing starts at $85/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Loxo pricing starts at $169/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026).
What does Crelate cost?
Crelate pricing starts at $85/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Essentials $85/user/mo paid annually (capped at 2 users and 20k contacts) and Business $119/user/mo. Data enrichment and advanced AI modules cost extra (reviewers cite ~$600+/yr) (vendor pricing page, Jul 2026).
What does Loxo cost?
Loxo pricing starts at $169/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Basic at $169/user/mo on annual billing for new customers; Professional and Enterprise are quote-based. Note: third-party sites still show an older $109 price; the current official page supersedes it. Contact-data credits are metered separately (vendor pricing page, Jul 2026).
Which is rated higher, Crelate or Loxo?
Loxo is rated higher: 4.6/5 on G2 versus 4.4/5 for Crelate.
Who is Crelate best for, and who is Loxo best for?
Crelate: US perm + search firms wanting configurable workflows. Loxo: Search firms and sourcing-heavy teams that live on outbound.