Firefish vs Tracker
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
Tracker
Integrated ATS/CRM with native back-office and hands-on service
Best for: Mid-size staffing firms that value hands-on support
✓Native back-office: timesheets, compliance, shift management, video interviewing
✓Deep workflow configurability
✕AI matching is keyword-driven rather than contextual
✕Interface can feel outdated and click-heavy
Our verdict
Choose Firefish if…
UK agencies that treat their website and brand as a candidate channel. See the feature table below for where it differs from Tracker.
Choose Tracker if…
- ✓You're in rpo providers, a segment Firefish doesn't focus on
- ✓You're in contract & temp staffing, a segment Firefish doesn't focus on
- ✓You run temp or contract desks and need pay & bill in the platform
- ✓You need an open API for custom integrations
Feature-by-feature
| Feature | Firefish | Tracker |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Tracker (official) | $395/mo | $1,580/mo | $3,950/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 Tracker pricing compare?
Firefish pricing starts at £80/user/mo (reported, reviewed July 4, 2026). Tracker pricing starts at $79/user/mo (official, 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 Tracker cost?
Tracker pricing starts at $79/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Launch $79/user/mo (up to 5 recruiters) and Core $99/user/mo, both billed monthly; Professional and Enterprise are quote-based. Multi-channel job board search/posting requires separate subscriptions (vendor pricing page, Jul 2026).
Which is rated higher, Firefish or Tracker?
Tracker is rated higher: 4.7/5 on G2 versus 4.4/5 for Firefish.
Who is Firefish best for, and who is Tracker best for?
Firefish: UK agencies that treat their website and brand as a candidate channel. Tracker: Mid-size staffing firms that value hands-on support.