Loxo vs Pin
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
Loxo
Talent intelligence platform with a 1.2B-profile sourcing database
Best for: Search firms and sourcing-heavy teams that live on outbound
✓Loxo Source: 1.2B-profile database can replace LinkedIn Recruiter licenses
✓Powerful omnichannel outreach (email, SMS, LinkedIn) plus AI notetaker
✕Steep price escalation as teams grow; recent price increases
✕Strict contact-data credit limits on lower tiers
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 Loxo if…
- ✓You're in in-house talent acquisition, a segment Pin doesn't focus on
- ✓You need an open API for custom integrations
- ✓Reporting and analytics drive how you run the desk
- ✓You want to trial before committing (free trial available)
Choose Pin if…
Sourcing-led boutiques that need response rates, not a system of record. See the feature table below for where it differs from Loxo.
Feature-by-feature
| Feature | Loxo | 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 | ✓ | – |
What would it cost your team?
| Est. monthly cost, entry tier | 5 seats | 20 seats | 50 seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loxo (official) | $845/mo | $3,380/mo | $8,450/mo |
| 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 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 Loxo and Pin pricing compare?
Loxo pricing starts at $169/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Pin pricing starts at $99/mo (Solo, annual) (official, reviewed July 4, 2026).
What does Loxo cost?
Loxo pricing starts at $169/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Basic at $169/user/mo on annual billing for new customers; Professional and Enterprise are quote-based. Note: third-party sites still show an older $109 price; the current official page supersedes it. Contact-data credits are metered separately (vendor pricing page, Jul 2026).
What does Pin cost?
Pin pricing starts at $99/mo (Solo, annual) (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Solo $99/mo (annual billing only), Professional $149/user/mo annual ($179 monthly), Business $249/user/mo annual ($299 monthly). SSO/SAML and SCIM are +$150/mo each (vendor pricing page, Jul 2026).
Which is rated higher, Loxo or Pin?
Pin is rated higher: 4.8/5 on G2 versus 4.6/5 for Loxo.
Who is Loxo best for, and who is Pin best for?
Loxo: Search firms and sourcing-heavy teams that live on outbound. Pin: Sourcing-led boutiques that need response rates, not a system of record.