Happlicant vs Pin
Two recruitment CRMs compared on pricing, features, and fit, so you can shortlist with confidence.
✓Pricing verified against vendor pagesData reviewed July 5, 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
Pin
AI sourcing and outreach layer with an 850M-profile database
Best for: Sourcing-led boutiques that need response rates, not a system of record
✓850M+ profile database with AI matching
✓Outreach algorithms producing standout reply rates (~17% on LinkedIn)
✕A sourcing layer, not a complete system of record
✕Usually needs a separate ATS for post-interview pipeline
Our verdict
Choose Happlicant if…
- ✓You want to trial before committing (free trial available)
Choose Pin if…
- ✓You're in executive search firms, a segment Happlicant doesn't focus on
- ✓You want built-in candidate sourcing instead of separate tools
- ✓You want workflow automation working out of the box
- ✓AI matching and assistance are on your must-have list
Feature-by-feature
| Feature | Happlicant | Pin |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Pin (official) | $99/mo (Solo, annual)flat | $99/mo (Solo, annual)flat | $99/mo (Solo, annual)flat |
Estimated from each vendor's published entry-tier price as of July 5, 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 Pin pricing compare?
Happlicant pricing starts at $69/user/mo (quarterly) (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Pin pricing starts at $99/mo (Solo, annual) (official, reviewed September 22, 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 Pin cost?
Pin pricing starts at $99/mo (Solo, annual) (official, reviewed September 22, 2026). Solo is $99/mo on annual billing only. Professional is $179/user/mo on monthly billing, or $135 billed annually. Business is now custom-priced. SSO/SAML and SCIM are still listed as add-ons but no longer carry a published price (vendor pricing page, Sep 2026).
Which is rated higher, Happlicant or Pin?
Happlicant is rated higher: 4.9/5 on G2 versus 4.8/5 for Pin on G2.
Who is Happlicant best for, and who is Pin best for?
Happlicant: Solo recruiters and tiny teams who want zero bloat. Pin: Sourcing-led boutiques that need response rates, not a system of record.