Firefish vs PCRecruiter
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
Firefish
Recruitment CRM with built-in marketing for UK agencies
Best for: UK agencies that treat their website and brand as a candidate channel
✓Recruitment marketing (website CMS, campaigns, engagement tracking) built in
✓Outstanding UK-based support reputation
✕Rigid contract lengths reported by customers
✕Some job board integrations are paid extras
PCRecruiter
Veteran, deeply customizable ATS/CRM (now part of Recur Software)
Best for: Boutique to mid-market perm and exec-search firms with complex workflows
✓Extreme stability with very large databases
✓Deep customization and powerful Boolean search
✕Outdated, click-heavy interface
✕Reporting is complex to decipher
Our verdict
Choose Firefish if…
- ✓You want workflow automation working out of the box
- ✓Reporting and analytics drive how you run the desk
Choose PCRecruiter if…
- ✓You're in executive search firms, a segment Firefish doesn't focus on
- ✓You need an open API for custom integrations
- ✓You want to trial before committing (free trial available)
Feature-by-feature
| Feature | Firefish | PCRecruiter |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefish (reported) | £400/mo | £1,600/mo | £4,000/mo |
| PCRecruiter (reported) | $425/mo | $1,700/mo | $4,250/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
How do Firefish and PCRecruiter pricing compare?
Firefish pricing starts at £80/user/mo (reported, reviewed July 4, 2026). PCRecruiter pricing starts at $85/user/mo (reported, reviewed July 4, 2026).
What does Firefish cost?
Firefish pricing starts at £80/user/mo (reported, reviewed July 4, 2026). Vendor site is quote-led; Capterra reports Basic £80, Professional £90, Enterprise £105 per user/mo (Capterra, Oct 2025). Contract terms not verified; some job board integrations cost extra.
What does PCRecruiter cost?
PCRecruiter pricing starts at $85/user/mo (reported, reviewed July 4, 2026). No current official price list. Third-party buyer sites report from ~$85/user/mo, one citing a 2-year contract for entry pricing; unverified with the vendor (SelectHub Jan 2026 / Software Finder).
Which is rated higher, Firefish or PCRecruiter?
Firefish is rated higher: 4.4/5 on G2 versus 4.3/5 for PCRecruiter.
Who is Firefish best for, and who is PCRecruiter best for?
Firefish: UK agencies that treat their website and brand as a candidate channel. PCRecruiter: Boutique to mid-market perm and exec-search firms with complex workflows.