Pin Review
4.8AI sourcing and outreach layer with an 850M-profile database
Pin is not a full CRM; it's an AI sourcing and outreach engine that many boutiques run in front of a traditional ATS. If your bottleneck is finding and engaging candidates rather than managing them, it's a strong specialized pick.
By Ramin Assemi, B2B SaaS marketer and former Head of Content at Close.comPublished Updated
Pin pricing
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).
- Free trial
- No
- Free tier
- No
- Min. seats
- 1
- Billing
- Annual only
Pricing data: Official (published by the vendor).
Pros
- ✓850M+ profile database with AI matching
- ✓Outreach algorithms producing standout reply rates (~17% on LinkedIn)
- ✓Fast sourcing workflow
Cons
- ✕A sourcing layer, not a complete system of record
- ✕Usually needs a separate ATS for post-interview pipeline
- ✕Overkill for teams doing light sourcing
Features
| 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
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Pin: frequently asked questions
How much 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).
Does Pin offer a free trial?
No. Pin offers neither a free trial nor a free tier, so expect a demo-led sales process.
Is Pin an ATS or a CRM?
Pin is a sourcing and outreach layer, not a system of record; most teams pair it with an ATS or recruitment CRM.
Who is Pin best for?
Sourcing-led boutiques that need response rates, not a system of record. We rank it for recruitment agencies & staffing firms, executive search firms.
What are the main drawbacks of Pin?
The criticisms that come up most: A sourcing layer, not a complete system of record; Usually needs a separate ATS for post-interview pipeline; Overkill for teams doing light sourcing.
What are the best Pin alternatives?
Based on segment overlap and review ratings, the closest alternatives: Atlas, Vultus Recruit, Happlicant, Recruit CRM. Full list: https://recruitmentcrm.com/alternatives/pin.