Head-to-head · Applicant Tracking Systems
ATZ CRM vs HireGen
ATZ CRM leads on 1 check, HireGen on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreATZ CRM · 7.4/10
- Lowest starting priceATZ CRM · $12/user/mo
- Free planboth
- Free trialonly HireGen
ATZ CRM scores higher on our rubric for applicant tracking systems: 7.4 against 3.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #20 and #127.
ATZ CRM is cheaper to start at $12/mo against $20/mo.
ATZ CRM is the better fit for small agencies wanting free ATS basics. HireGen is the better fit for budget-conscious teams needing generous job capacity.
- ATZ CRM fits best
Small agencies wanting free ATS basics
- HireGen fits best
Budget-conscious teams needing generous job capacity
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Side by side
| Feature | ATZ CRM 7.4/10 Visit ↗ | HireGen 3.0/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 7.4 | 3.0 |
| Ranking | #20 in Applicant Tracking Systems | #127 in Applicant Tracking Systems |
| Best for | Small agencies wanting free ATS basics | Budget-conscious teams needing generous job capacity |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $12/user/mo (best) | $20/user/mo |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | 30 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Browser extension | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Chrome extension | Web |
| Compliance | GDPR, 2FA | SOC 2, GDPR |
| Integrations | 6,000+ integrations | 6 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features ATZ CRM 5/5 · HireGen 5/5 | ||
| Career site | ✓ | ✓ |
| Resume parsing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Interview scheduling | ✓ | ✓ |
| Workflow automation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Job board distribution | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Active jobs | Not checked yet | 50 jobs |
| Users included | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | ATZ CRM combines applicant tracking and customer relationship management for recruitment agencies, staffing firms, solo recruiters, and recruiting teams. Its core toolkit covers resume parsing, candidate pipelines with Kanban tracking,… Read the review → |
HireGen is an AI-powered applicant tracking and recruitment platform for small teams, growing companies, enterprises, and recruitment agencies. It combines candidate pipelines, resume parsing, AI resume ranking, interview scheduling,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
ATZ CRM — where it wins
- Free plan includes full ATS, CRM, and AI features
- Supports AI matching, resume parsing, and job-board distribution
- Messaging spans email, SMS, LinkedIn, and WhatsApp
Where it doesn't
- Calling and recording start on the Business plan
- Candidate and client portals are limited to Enterprise
- Advanced sourcing and integrations require paid tiers
HireGen — where it wins
- Free Starter plan with applicant tracking and resume parsing
- AI resume ranking, candidate matching, and talent pools
- Career pages, scheduling, distribution, analytics, and team access
Where it doesn't
- Starter is limited to one job posting
- Paid plans bill per user monthly with annual billing
- Founded in 2024, so its operating history is relatively short
- ATZ CRM7.4/10 · Free plan
A low-cost ATS with CRM, AI matching, messaging, and job-board tools.
Visit ATZ CRMFull verdict → - HireGen3.0/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A generous-capacity ATS with AI screening, workflows, and a free entry plan.
Visit HireGenFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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