JobAdder vs Yena
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
JobAdder
Clean, usable ATS + CRM owned by SEEK
Best for: Agencies and in-house teams wanting a clean, usable ATS with strong job board reach
✓Exceptionally clean, fast interface recruiters like
✓200+ native job board connections, deep SEEK integration
✕Weak native workflow automation; many triggers are manual
✕Basic reporting on lower tiers
Yena
GDPR-native AI recruitment software for European agencies
Best for: EU boutique and exec-search firms wanting modern AI at EU prices
✓GDPR compliance architected in, not bolted on
✓Native AI sourcing and LinkedIn automation
✕Smaller integration ecosystem than US competitors
✕Narrower feature set for large temp agencies
Our verdict
Choose JobAdder if…
- ✓You're in in-house talent acquisition, a segment Yena doesn't focus on
- ✓Multi-job-board posting is core to how you fill roles
Choose Yena if…
- ✓You're in executive search firms, a segment JobAdder 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 | JobAdder | Yena |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| JobAdder (official) | Custom quote | Custom quote | Custom quote |
| Yena (official) | €275/mo | €1,100/mo | €2,750/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 JobAdder and Yena pricing compare?
JobAdder uses custom quote-based pricing and does not publish list prices (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Yena pricing starts at €55/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026).
What does JobAdder cost?
JobAdder uses custom quote-based pricing and does not publish list prices (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Custom quote only: JobAdder publishes Lite/Essential/Pro/Business plan structures and add-ons (dedicated IP, SSO, Broadbean, API/Sandbox) but no seat prices. Third-party figures of $80–160/user/mo circulate but are unverified (vendor pricing page, Jul 2026).
What does Yena cost?
Yena pricing starts at €55/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Pro €55/seat/mo billed yearly (€69 monthly, up to 3 members); Team €79/seat/mo billed yearly (€99 monthly). Zero setup fees, cancel anytime; Yena Agent add-on €149/mo per agent (vendor pricing page, Jun 2026).
Who is JobAdder best for, and who is Yena best for?
JobAdder: Agencies and in-house teams wanting a clean, usable ATS with strong job board reach. Yena: EU boutique and exec-search firms wanting modern AI at EU prices.