Happlicant vs Vultus Recruit
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
Vultus Recruit
Ultra-low-cost ATS for IT staffing
Best for: IT staffing firms running high-volume contract desks on a budget
✓Among the cheapest per-seat prices in the market
✓Handles mass mailing well
✕Bare-bones interface
✕No advanced AI matching
Our verdict
Choose Happlicant if…
- ✓Your team sources through LinkedIn every day
- ✓You want to trial before committing (free trial available)
Choose Vultus Recruit if…
- ✓You're in high-volume hiring, a segment Happlicant doesn't focus on
- ✓Multi-job-board posting is core to how you fill roles
- ✓Entry price matters: $18.99/user/mo published vs $69 for Happlicant
Feature-by-feature
| Feature | Happlicant | Vultus Recruit |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happlicant (official) | $345/mo | $1,380/mo | $3,450/mo |
| Vultus Recruit (reported) | $94.95/mo | $379.8/mo | $949.5/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 Happlicant cheaper than Vultus Recruit?
Vultus Recruit has the lower published starting price. Vultus Recruit pricing starts at $18.99/user/mo (reported, reviewed July 4, 2026). Happlicant pricing starts at $69/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026).
What does Happlicant cost?
Happlicant pricing starts at $69/user/mo (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 Vultus Recruit cost?
Vultus Recruit pricing starts at $18.99/user/mo (reported, reviewed July 4, 2026). Reported seat bands: $18.99/user/mo (3–5 users), $14.99 (6–30), $9.99 (30+). No vendor-owned pricing page verified; 1–2 seat pricing unknown (Capterra, Jul 2026).
Which is rated higher, Happlicant or Vultus Recruit?
Happlicant and Vultus Recruit both hold a 4.9/5 rating on G2.
Who is Happlicant best for, and who is Vultus Recruit best for?
Happlicant: Solo recruiters and tiny teams who want zero bloat. Vultus Recruit: IT staffing firms running high-volume contract desks on a budget.