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Head-to-head · Recruitment CRM

ATZ CRM vs Firefish

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score ATZ CRM #3 in Recruitment CRM 8.7/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 4 features Visit ATZ CRM
Firefish #5 in Recruitment CRM 8.5/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Firefish

ATZ CRM leads on 0 checks, Firefish on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreATZ CRM · 8.7/10
  • Free planonly ATZ CRM

ATZ CRM scores higher on our rubric for recruitment crm: 8.7 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #5.

ATZ CRM is the better fit for recruiters wanting ATS and CRM in one platform. Firefish is the better fit for agencies handling varied placements.

  • ATZ CRM fits best

    Recruiters wanting ATS and CRM in one platform

  • Firefish fits best

    Agencies handling varied placements

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Side by side

Feature ATZ CRM 8.7/10 Visit ↗ Firefish 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 8.5
Ranking #3 in Recruitment CRM #5 in Recruitment CRM
Best for Recruiters wanting ATS and CRM in one platform Agencies handling varied placements
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price $12/user/mo Pricing on request
Free plan ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Browser extension Cloud, Browser extension
Platforms Web, Chrome extension Web, Chrome extension
Support Email, Live chat, Docs · 24/7 Docs
Compliance GDPR, 2FA GDPR, 2FA
Integrations 6,000+ integrations 10 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features ATZ CRM 0/4 · Firefish 0/4
Email campaigns Not checked yet Not checked yet
Candidate sourcing Not checked yet Not checked yet
ATS integration Not checked yet Not checked yet
Mobile app Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Talent pool limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Workflow automation Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Free plan includes ATS, CRM, and AI features with no expiry.
  • Pro adds sourcing, matching, scheduling, and unlimited job postings.
  • Supports job-board distribution, messaging, portals, and workflow automation.
  • Supports permanent, contract and temporary recruitment workflows
  • Combines AI-assisted matching, CV parsing and candidate profiles
  • Automates job posting, email sequences and recruitment workflows
Cons
  • Calling, SMS, and automated email sequences require Business.
  • Candidate and client portals require the Enterprise plan.
  • Paid pricing scales per user, with higher tiers at $24 and $60 monthly.
  • Pricing is tailored and requires a sales conversation
  • The agency website module is an add-on
  • Support channels listed include documentation
Our verdict

ATZ CRM combines applicant tracking and customer relationship management for recruitment agencies, staffing firms, solo recruiters, and recruiting teams. Its recruiting workflow covers resume parsing, candidate pipelines, interview…

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Firefish combines recruitment CRM and applicant tracking for agencies working across permanent, contract and temporary placements. Candidate and client records sit alongside job management, matching, interview and offer processes,…

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  1. ATZ CRMRecruitment CRM 8.7Free plan
  2. FirefishRecruitment CRM 8.5Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • ATZ CRM — where it wins

    • Free plan includes ATS, CRM, and AI features with no expiry.
    • Pro adds sourcing, matching, scheduling, and unlimited job postings.
    • Supports job-board distribution, messaging, portals, and workflow automation.

    Where it doesn't

    • Calling, SMS, and automated email sequences require Business.
    • Candidate and client portals require the Enterprise plan.
    • Paid pricing scales per user, with higher tiers at $24 and $60 monthly.

  • Firefish — where it wins

    • Supports permanent, contract and temporary recruitment workflows
    • Combines AI-assisted matching, CV parsing and candidate profiles
    • Automates job posting, email sequences and recruitment workflows

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing is tailored and requires a sales conversation
    • The agency website module is an add-on
    • Support channels listed include documentation

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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