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Head-to-head · Recruiting CRM Software

Bullhorn vs Crelate

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Bullhorn #3 in Recruiting CRM Software 8.7/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Bullhorn
Crelate #6 in Recruiting CRM Software 8.4/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Crelate

Bullhorn leads on 0 checks, Crelate on 1, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreBullhorn · 8.7/10
  • Lowest starting priceCrelate · $85/user/mo

Bullhorn scores higher on our rubric for recruiting crm software: 8.7 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #6.

Crelate is cheaper to start at $85/user/mo against $99/user/mo.

Bullhorn is the better fit for mature staffing and recruiting firms. Crelate is the better fit for recruiting agencies needing CRM depth.

  • Bullhorn fits best

    Mature staffing and recruiting firms

  • Crelate fits best

    Recruiting agencies needing CRM depth

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Side by side

Feature Bullhorn 8.7/10 Visit ↗ Crelate 8.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 8.4
Ranking #3 in Recruiting CRM Software #6 in Recruiting CRM Software
Best for Mature staffing and recruiting firms Recruiting agencies needing CRM depth
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $99/user/mo $85/user/mo (best)
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile, Browser extension
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android, Chrome extension
Support Docs Email, Live chat, Phone, Tickets, Docs · 24/7
Integrations 350+ integrations 100+ integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Bullhorn 0/3 · Crelate 0/3
Talent pools Not checked yet Not checked yet
Email sequences Not checked yet Not checked yet
Sourcing extension Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Pipeline stages Not checked yet Not checked yet
Candidate record limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Reporting level Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Combines applicant tracking, CRM, parsing, scheduling, and job distribution
  • Supports workflow automation, reporting, dashboards, and mobile record access
  • Adds AI search, matching, enrichment, screening, and outreach on higher tiers
  • Combines ATS, recruiting CRM, sourcing, and job portals
  • Supports resume parsing, sequences, automation, and enrichment
  • Offers APIs, webhooks, job boards, and broad integrations
Cons
  • No perpetual free plan or free trial
  • Pro and Max pricing is custom
  • Advanced AI and CRM capabilities start above the entry tier
  • There is no free plan
  • Advanced automation and integrations are higher-tier capabilities
  • Platform pricing is usage-based
Our verdict

Bullhorn is a cloud-based applicant tracking and customer relationship management platform for staffing and recruitment agencies. It centralizes candidate, job, client, and communication records across sourcing, applications, interviews,…

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Crelate is a recruiting platform for staffing firms, executive search agencies, consulting firms, and in-house recruiting teams. It brings applicant tracking, candidate and client relationship management, job portals, sourcing, resume…

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  1. BullhornRecruiting CRM Software 8.7Paid
  2. CrelateRecruiting CRM Software 8.4Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Bullhorn — where it wins

    • Combines applicant tracking, CRM, parsing, scheduling, and job distribution
    • Supports workflow automation, reporting, dashboards, and mobile record access
    • Adds AI search, matching, enrichment, screening, and outreach on higher tiers

    Where it doesn't

    • No perpetual free plan or free trial
    • Pro and Max pricing is custom
    • Advanced AI and CRM capabilities start above the entry tier

  • Crelate — where it wins

    • Combines ATS, recruiting CRM, sourcing, and job portals
    • Supports resume parsing, sequences, automation, and enrichment
    • Offers APIs, webhooks, job boards, and broad integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • There is no free plan
    • Advanced automation and integrations are higher-tier capabilities
    • Platform pricing is usage-based

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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