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Head-to-head · DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) Software

ClearTalents vs Paradigm

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
Higher score ClearTalents #3 in DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) Software 8.2/10 30-day trial Free trial✓ 2 of 6 features Visit ClearTalents
Paradigm #7 in DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) Software 7.5/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 6 features Visit Paradigm

ClearTalents leads on 0 checks, Paradigm on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreClearTalents · 8.2/10
  • Free trialonly ClearTalents
  • Most featuresClearTalents · 2 of 6

ClearTalents scores higher on our rubric for dei (diversity, equity & inclusion) software: 8.2 against 7.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #7.

ClearTalents is the better fit for organizations managing workplace adjustments and inclusion. Paradigm is the better fit for teams combining DEI analytics, learning, and consulting.

  • ClearTalents fits best

    Organizations managing workplace adjustments and inclusion

  • Paradigm fits best

    Teams combining DEI analytics, learning, and consulting

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Side by side

Feature ClearTalents 8.2/10 Visit ↗ Paradigm 7.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.2 7.5
Ranking #3 in DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) Software #7 in DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) Software
Best for Organizations managing workplace adjustments and inclusion Teams combining DEI analytics, learning, and consulting
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price £2,500/yr —
Free plan — —
Free trial 30 days —
Deployment Cloud Cloud
Platforms Web Web
Support Email, Phone, Tickets Email
Compliance GDPR, SSO/SAML SOC 2, GDPR
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features ClearTalents 2/6 · Paradigm 0/6
Employee surveys Not checked yet Not checked yet
Demographic analytics Not checked yet Not checked yet
DEI learning Not checked yet Not checked yet
Action planning ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Pay equity analysis Not checked yet Not checked yet
Reporting exports ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Personalised inclusion passports with tailored adjustment recommendations
  • Tracks agreed adjustments across role or manager changes
  • Inclusive recruitment, reporting passports and DEI dashboards in one platform
  • Combines workforce data, HRIS integration, benchmarking, and action recommendations
  • Reach includes courses, microlearnings, tailored learning journeys, and analytics
  • Offers consulting and virtual or in-person workshops alongside software
Cons
  • Web-only deployment may not suit teams needing native applications
  • Annual licensing starts at £2,500 with no free plan
  • Analytics focus on adjustment data rather than broad DEI measurement
  • Surface Basic limits teams to 1 administrator, 3 contributors, and 3 data sources
  • Surface Advanced caps data sources at 10; unlimited sources require Surface Expert
  • Pricing is contact-sales, with no amounts published
Our verdict

ClearTalents is a cloud DEI platform for employers managing workplace adjustments and inclusion processes. Employees can create personalised inclusion passports documenting circumstances and adjustment needs, while managers and HR teams…

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Paradigm brings DEI and culture analytics together with learning and expert services. Surface works with workforce data, surveys, and HRIS information to provide benchmarking, AI-powered insights, recommendations, and progress tracking.…

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  1. ClearTalentsDEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) Software 8.230-day trial
  2. ParadigmDEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) Software 7.5Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • ClearTalents — where it wins

    • Personalised inclusion passports with tailored adjustment recommendations
    • Tracks agreed adjustments across role or manager changes
    • Inclusive recruitment, reporting passports and DEI dashboards in one platform

    Where it doesn't

    • Web-only deployment may not suit teams needing native applications
    • Annual licensing starts at £2,500 with no free plan
    • Analytics focus on adjustment data rather than broad DEI measurement

  • Paradigm — where it wins

    • Combines workforce data, HRIS integration, benchmarking, and action recommendations
    • Reach includes courses, microlearnings, tailored learning journeys, and analytics
    • Offers consulting and virtual or in-person workshops alongside software

    Where it doesn't

    • Surface Basic limits teams to 1 administrator, 3 contributors, and 3 data sources
    • Surface Advanced caps data sources at 10; unlimited sources require Surface Expert
    • Pricing is contact-sales, with no amounts published

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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