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Head-to-head · ADP Marketplace Apps Software

iCIMS vs When I Work

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score iCIMS #1 in ADP Marketplace Apps Software 9.1/10 Pricing on request Visit iCIMS

iCIMS leads on 0 checks, When I Work 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 scoreiCIMS · 9.1/10
  • Free trialonly When I Work

iCIMS scores higher on our rubric for adp marketplace apps software: 9.1 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #4.

iCIMS is the better fit for enterprise teams with complex recruiting needs. When I Work is the better fit for small teams seeking low-cost shift scheduling.

  • iCIMS fits best

    Enterprise teams with complex recruiting needs

  • When I Work fits best

    Small teams seeking low-cost shift scheduling

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Side by side

Feature iCIMS 9.1/10 Visit ↗ When I Work 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 8.5
Ranking #1 in ADP Marketplace Apps Software #4 in ADP Marketplace Apps Software
Best for Enterprise teams with complex recruiting needs Small teams seeking low-cost shift scheduling
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Pricing on request $2.50/user/mo
Free plan Not checked yet —
Free trial — 14 days
Deployment Cloud Cloud, Mobile
Support Phone, Community Email, Live chat, Tickets, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR PCI DSS, SSO/SAML
Integrations 10,000+ integrations 10 integrations
Built for Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Specs
ADP products supported Not checked yet Not checked yet
App category Not checked yet Not checked yet
Data sync Not checked yet Not checked yet
Setup method Not checked yet Not checked yet
Supported regions Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Configurable workflows, branded career sites, and onboarding management
  • AI-assisted candidate matching, comparison, ranking, and suggestions
  • Integrations include ADP, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, and Oracle
  • Auto-scheduling uses coverage needs, availability, and qualifications
  • OpenShifts, swaps, drops, and releases simplify shift changes
  • Web, iOS, Android, GPS tracking, and geofencing support distributed teams
Cons
  • Pricing requires contacting sales for a quote or demo
  • Enterprise focus may not suit organizations seeking a smaller-scale tool
  • Support channels listed are phone and community
  • No perpetual free plan; the offer is a 14-day trial
  • API keys, webhooks, and SAML/SSO require the Premium plan
  • Per-user pricing increases as the scheduled workforce expands
Our verdict

Hiring teams looking to manage recruiting across different roles and environments can use iCIMS for applicant tracking, candidate relationship management, career sites, job advertising, interview scheduling, onboarding, and reporting. Its…

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When I Work is workforce management software for businesses with hourly and shift-based employees. Managers can create schedules, automate assignments, collect availability, approve time-off requests, publish open shifts, coordinate swaps,…

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  1. iCIMSADP Marketplace Apps Software 9.1Pricing on request
  2. When I WorkADP Marketplace Apps Software 8.514-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • iCIMS — where it wins

    • Configurable workflows, branded career sites, and onboarding management
    • AI-assisted candidate matching, comparison, ranking, and suggestions
    • Integrations include ADP, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, and Oracle

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires contacting sales for a quote or demo
    • Enterprise focus may not suit organizations seeking a smaller-scale tool
    • Support channels listed are phone and community
  • When I Work — where it wins

    • Auto-scheduling uses coverage needs, availability, and qualifications
    • OpenShifts, swaps, drops, and releases simplify shift changes
    • Web, iOS, Android, GPS tracking, and geofencing support distributed teams

    Where it doesn't

    • No perpetual free plan; the offer is a 14-day trial
    • API keys, webhooks, and SAML/SSO require the Premium plan
    • Per-user pricing increases as the scheduled workforce expands

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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