Workday Recruiting vs Yena
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
Workday Recruiting
The recruiting module of the Workday HCM suite
Best for: Enterprises already standardized on Workday HCM
✓Hires flow straight into the HCM system of record
✓Global enterprise compliance
✕Recruiter and candidate UX rated below standalone ATS rivals
✕Candidates must create a Workday account per employer
Yena
GDPR-native AI recruitment software for European agencies
Best for: EU boutique and exec-search firms wanting modern AI at EU prices
✓GDPR compliance architected in, not bolted on
✓Native AI sourcing and LinkedIn automation
✕Smaller integration ecosystem than US competitors
✕Narrower feature set for large temp agencies
Our verdict
Choose Workday Recruiting if…
- ✓You're in in-house talent acquisition, a segment Yena doesn't focus on
- ✓You need an open API for custom integrations
- ✓Multi-job-board posting is core to how you fill roles
- ✓Reporting and analytics drive how you run the desk
Choose Yena if…
- ✓You're in recruitment agencies & staffing firms, a segment Workday Recruiting doesn't focus on
- ✓You're in executive search firms, a segment Workday Recruiting doesn't focus on
- ✓You want built-in candidate sourcing instead of separate tools
- ✓Your team sources through LinkedIn every day
Feature-by-feature
| Feature | Workday Recruiting | Yena |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Workday Recruiting (official) | Custom quote | Custom quote | Custom quote |
| Yena (official) | €275/mo | €1,100/mo | €2,750/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 Workday Recruiting and Yena pricing compare?
Workday Recruiting uses custom quote-based pricing and does not publish list prices (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Yena pricing starts at €55/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026).
What does Workday Recruiting cost?
Workday Recruiting uses custom quote-based pricing and does not publish list prices (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Custom quote only, sold as part of the Workday HCM relationship; no public recruiting-module pricing. Circulating figures like '$35k starting' are unverified (Workday site, Jul 2026).
What does Yena cost?
Yena pricing starts at €55/user/mo (official, reviewed July 4, 2026). Pro €55/seat/mo billed yearly (€69 monthly, up to 3 members); Team €79/seat/mo billed yearly (€99 monthly). Zero setup fees, cancel anytime; Yena Agent add-on €149/mo per agent (vendor pricing page, Jun 2026).
Who is Workday Recruiting best for, and who is Yena best for?
Workday Recruiting: Enterprises already standardized on Workday HCM. Yena: EU boutique and exec-search firms wanting modern AI at EU prices.