Manatal vs Tracker
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
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
Tracker
Integrated ATS/CRM with native back-office and hands-on service
Best for: Mid-size staffing firms that value hands-on support
✓Native back-office: timesheets, compliance, shift management, video interviewing
✓Deep workflow configurability
✕AI matching is keyword-driven rather than contextual
✕Interface can feel outdated and click-heavy
Our verdict
Choose Manatal if…
- ✓You're in in-house talent acquisition, a segment Tracker doesn't focus on
- ✓You're in high-volume hiring, a segment Tracker doesn't focus on
- ✓You're in campus & graduate recruiting, a segment Tracker doesn't focus on
- ✓You're in hiring-heavy industries, a segment Tracker doesn't focus on
Choose Tracker if…
- ✓You're in rpo providers, a segment Manatal doesn't focus on
- ✓You're in contract & temp staffing, a segment Manatal doesn't focus on
- ✓You run temp or contract desks and need pay & bill in the platform
- ✓You want workflow automation working out of the box
Feature-by-feature
| Feature | Manatal | Tracker |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manatal (official) | $75/mo | $300/mo | $750/mo |
| Tracker (official) | $395/mo | $1,580/mo | $3,950/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 Manatal cheaper than Tracker?
Manatal has the lower published starting price. Manatal pricing starts at $15/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Tracker pricing starts at $79/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026).
What does Manatal cost?
Manatal pricing starts at $15/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Professional $15/user/mo, Enterprise $35, Enterprise Plus $55 (billed annually; higher month-to-month rates also published). Job limits are per account, not per user; 14-day free trial (vendor pricing page, verified Jul 2026).
What does Tracker cost?
Tracker pricing starts at $79/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Launch $79/user/mo (up to 5 recruiters) and Core $99/user/mo, both billed monthly; Professional and Enterprise are quote-based. Multi-channel job board search/posting requires separate subscriptions (vendor pricing page, Jul 2026).
Which is rated higher, Manatal or Tracker?
Manatal is rated higher: 4.8/5 on G2 versus 4.7/5 for Tracker.
Who is Manatal best for, and who is Tracker best for?
Manatal: Budget-conscious teams, from solo recruiters to in-house TA. Tracker: Mid-size staffing firms that value hands-on support.