Head-to-head · Applicant Tracking Systems - Enterprise Software
Greenhouse vs Workable
Greenhouse leads on 0 checks, Workable 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
- Free planonly Workable
- Free trialonly Workable
Greenhouse and Workable score identically on our rubric (8.9 out of 10) for applicant tracking systems - enterprise software; Greenhouse sits at #5 and Workable at #6 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.
Greenhouse is the better fit for enterprises prioritizing mature hiring workflows. Workable is the better fit for teams wanting broad coverage and a free entry plan.
- Greenhouse fits best
Enterprises prioritizing mature hiring workflows
- Workable fits best
Teams wanting broad coverage and a free entry plan
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Side by side
| Feature | Greenhouse 8.9/10 Visit ↗ | Workable 8.9/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.9 | 8.9 |
| Ranking | #5 in Applicant Tracking Systems - Enterprise Software | #6 in Applicant Tracking Systems - Enterprise Software |
| Best for | Enterprises prioritizing mature hiring workflows | Teams wanting broad coverage and a free entry plan |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | $299/mo |
| Free plan | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | — | 15 days |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud, Mobile, Browser extension |
| Platforms | Web | Web, iOS, Android, Chrome extension |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Tickets, Docs | Email, Live chat, Phone, Tickets, Docs · 24/7 |
| Compliance | SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI DSS, SSO/SAML | SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR |
| Integrations | 500+ integrations | 270+ integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Greenhouse 2/5 · Workable 2/5 | ||
| Branded career site | ✓ | ✓ |
| Candidate CRM | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Interview scheduling | ✓ | ✓ |
| Compliance controls | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| SSO and provisioning | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Analytics depth | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Greenhouse is a cloud-based applicant tracking and hiring platform for recruiting teams managing structured, repeatable workflows. It combines sourcing and candidate relationship management with career sites, branded job boards, resume… Read the review → |
Workable combines applicant tracking with HR tools for organizations that need to source, assess, hire and manage employees. Recruiting features include job-board distribution, career pages, resume parsing, candidate screening, interview… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Greenhouse — where it wins
- Structured interview kits, plans, scorecards, and candidate scheduling
- Workflow automation, reporting, offer forecasting, and configurable permissions
- 500 integrations plus APIs, job distribution, and compliance coverage
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires a sales conversation rather than published plan rates
- Support is available by email, chat, tickets, and docs, but not 24/7
- Audit logs, advanced security, and developer sandbox access require Pro
Workable — where it wins
- Distributes jobs to 200+ job boards and includes a branded career-site builder.
- Automates resume parsing, interview scheduling, hiring workflows and reporting.
- Offers web, iOS, Android, browser extension and API access, plus 270 integrations.
Where it doesn't
- Free plan only allows viewing existing candidates, not posting jobs or engaging them.
- Listed prices apply to the 1–20 employee tier and vary by employee count.
- Monthly paid plans start at $299, with Premier at $599 and Enterprise at $719.
- Greenhouse8.9/10 · Pricing on request
A mature ATS for structured hiring, automation, governance, and enterprise integrations.
Visit GreenhouseFull verdict → - Workable8.9/10 · Free plan · 15-day trial
Broad recruiting coverage, with a restricted Free plan and paid plans from $299 monthly.
Visit WorkableFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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