Manatal 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
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
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 Manatal if…
- ✓You're in in-house talent acquisition, a segment Vultus Recruit doesn't focus on
- ✓You're in campus & graduate recruiting, a segment Vultus Recruit doesn't focus on
- ✓You're in hiring-heavy industries, a segment Vultus Recruit doesn't focus on
- ✓AI matching and assistance are on your must-have list
Choose Vultus Recruit if…
IT staffing firms running high-volume contract desks on a budget. See the feature table below for where it differs from Manatal.
Feature-by-feature
| Feature | Manatal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manatal (official) | $75/mo | $300/mo | $750/mo |
| 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
Is Manatal cheaper than Vultus Recruit?
Manatal has the lower published starting price. Manatal pricing starts at $15/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Vultus Recruit pricing starts at $18.99/user/mo (reported, 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 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, Manatal or Vultus Recruit?
Vultus Recruit is rated higher: 4.9/5 on G2 versus 4.8/5 for Manatal.
Who is Manatal best for, and who is Vultus Recruit best for?
Manatal: Budget-conscious teams, from solo recruiters to in-house TA. Vultus Recruit: IT staffing firms running high-volume contract desks on a budget.