Manatal 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
Manatal
AI-powered ATS at a budget price
Best for: Budget-conscious teams, from solo recruiters to in-house TA
✓Lowest credible entry price in the category
✓AI candidate scoring and social enrichment included at low tiers
✕Per-user pricing scales poorly for larger teams
✕Advanced reporting is rigid
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 Manatal if…
- ✓You're in in-house talent acquisition, a segment Pin doesn't focus on
- ✓You're in high-volume hiring, a segment Pin doesn't focus on
- ✓You're in campus & graduate recruiting, a segment Pin doesn't focus on
- ✓You're in hiring-heavy industries, a segment Pin doesn't focus on
Choose Pin if…
- ✓You're in executive search firms, a segment Manatal doesn't focus on
- ✓You want built-in candidate sourcing instead of separate tools
- ✓You want workflow automation working out of the box
Feature-by-feature
| Feature | Manatal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manatal (official) | $95/mo | $380/mo | $950/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 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 Manatal and Pin pricing compare?
Manatal pricing starts at $19/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Pin pricing starts at $99/mo (Solo, annual) (official, reviewed September 22, 2026).
What does Manatal cost?
Manatal pricing starts at $19/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Monthly billing: Professional $19/user/mo, Enterprise $39, Enterprise Plus $59. Commit annually and those drop to $15/$35/$55. Job limits are per account, not per user; 14-day free trial (vendor pricing page, verified Aug 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, Manatal or Pin?
Manatal holds 4.8/5 on G2 and Pin holds 4.8/5 on G2.
Who is Manatal best for, and who is Pin best for?
Manatal: Budget-conscious teams, from solo recruiters to in-house TA. Pin: Sourcing-led boutiques that need response rates, not a system of record.