Happlicant vs Manatal
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
Happlicant
Lightweight, transparent ATS/CRM for solo recruiters
Best for: Solo recruiters and tiny teams who want zero bloat
✓Extreme ease of use with instant onboarding
✓Transparent pricing and no annual lock-in
✕Intentionally shallow: no invoicing or VMS integrations
✕No app marketplace or API
Manatal
AI-powered ATS at a budget price
Best for: Budget-conscious teams, from solo recruiters to in-house TA
✓Lowest credible entry price in the category
✓AI candidate scoring and social enrichment included at low tiers
✕Per-user pricing scales poorly for larger teams
✕Advanced reporting is rigid
Our verdict
Choose Happlicant if…
Solo recruiters and tiny teams who want zero bloat. See the feature table below for where it differs from Manatal.
Choose Manatal if…
- ✓You're in in-house talent acquisition, a segment Happlicant doesn't focus on
- ✓You're in high-volume hiring, a segment Happlicant doesn't focus on
- ✓You're in campus & graduate recruiting, a segment Happlicant doesn't focus on
- ✓You're in hiring-heavy industries, a segment Happlicant doesn't focus on
Feature-by-feature
| Feature | Happlicant | Manatal |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happlicant (official) | $69/user/mo (quarterly)flat | $69/user/mo (quarterly)flat | $69/user/mo (quarterly)flat |
| Manatal (official) | $95/mo | $380/mo | $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 Happlicant and Manatal pricing compare?
Happlicant pricing starts at $69/user/mo (quarterly) (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Manatal pricing starts at $19/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026).
What does Happlicant cost?
Happlicant pricing starts at $69/user/mo (quarterly) (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Pro $69/user/mo billed quarterly; Enterprise is custom flat-fee with unlimited users. No annual lock-in; cancel anytime. Optional Leads Discovery add-on $49/user/mo (vendor pricing page, Jul 2026).
What does Manatal cost?
Manatal pricing starts at $19/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Monthly billing: Professional $19/user/mo, Enterprise $39, Enterprise Plus $59. Commit annually and those drop to $15/$35/$55. Job limits are per account, not per user; 14-day free trial (vendor pricing page, verified Aug 2026).
Which is rated higher, Happlicant or Manatal?
Happlicant is rated higher: 4.9/5 on G2 versus 4.8/5 for Manatal on G2.
Who is Happlicant best for, and who is Manatal best for?
Happlicant: Solo recruiters and tiny teams who want zero bloat. Manatal: Budget-conscious teams, from solo recruiters to in-house TA.