Lever 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
Lever
ATS + native CRM for sourcing-led TA teams (Employ)
Best for: Mid-market teams where outbound sourcing and nurture drive hiring
✓NurtureKit CRM built natively into pipelines for passive talent
✓Visual candidate boards and flexible scheduling
✕AI roadmap lags Greenhouse and Ashby
✕Reporting customization limited at scale
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 Lever if…
- ✓You're in in-house talent acquisition, a segment Vultus Recruit doesn't focus on
- ✓You need an open API for custom integrations
Choose Vultus Recruit if…
- ✓You're in recruitment agencies & staffing firms, a segment Lever doesn't focus on
- ✓You're in high-volume hiring, a segment Lever doesn't focus on
Feature-by-feature
| Feature | Lever | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lever (official) | Custom quote | Custom quote | Custom quote |
| 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
How do Lever and Vultus Recruit pricing compare?
Lever uses custom quote-based pricing and does not publish list prices (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Vultus Recruit pricing starts at $18.99/user/mo (reported, reviewed July 4, 2026).
What does Lever cost?
Lever uses custom quote-based pricing and does not publish list prices (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Custom quote: pricing 'scales based on your team size and hiring needs' per the vendor's FAQ; every plan includes ATS, CRM, analytics, and integrations. No public seat or headcount tariff (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, Lever or Vultus Recruit?
Vultus Recruit is rated higher: 4.9/5 on G2 versus 4.3/5 for Lever.
Who is Lever best for, and who is Vultus Recruit best for?
Lever: Mid-market teams where outbound sourcing and nurture drive hiring. Vultus Recruit: IT staffing firms running high-volume contract desks on a budget.