Head-to-head · Applicant Tracking Systems
Bullhorn vs TempWorks
Bullhorn leads on 0 checks, TempWorks on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreBullhorn · 6.9/10
- Most featuresBullhorn · 4 of 5
Bullhorn scores higher on our rubric for applicant tracking systems: 6.9 against 3.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #25 and #85.
Bullhorn is the better fit for established staffing agencies with mobile needs. TempWorks is the better fit for staffing agencies needing ATS plus back office.
- Bullhorn fits best
Established staffing agencies with mobile needs
- TempWorks fits best
Staffing agencies needing ATS plus back office
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Side by side
| Feature | Bullhorn 6.9/10 Visit ↗ | TempWorks 3.0/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 6.9 | 3.0 |
| Ranking | #25 in Applicant Tracking Systems | #85 in Applicant Tracking Systems |
| Best for | Established staffing agencies with mobile needs | Staffing agencies needing ATS plus back office |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $99/user/mo | Pricing on request |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Docs | Email, Phone, Docs |
| Integrations | 350+ integrations | 6 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Bullhorn 4/5 · TempWorks 3/5 | ||
| Career site | ✓ | ✓ |
| Resume parsing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Interview scheduling | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Workflow automation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Job board distribution | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Active jobs | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Users included | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Bullhorn is a cloud-based applicant tracking and customer relationship management platform for staffing and recruitment agencies. It brings candidate, job, client, and communication records into one system, covering sourcing, applications,… Read the review → |
TempWorks is an applicant tracking and staffing suite for agencies managing candidates, job orders, assignments, placements, onboarding, and back-office operations. Its Beyond ATS and CRM, HRCenter onboarding tools, and Buzz employee… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Bullhorn — where it wins
- Staffing-focused ATS and CRM cover the recruiting lifecycle
- Resume parsing, job distribution, scheduling, and workflow automation
- Web, iOS, Android, API access, and broad recruiting integrations
Where it doesn't
- Starter costs $99 per user per month with monthly billing
- There is no free plan or free trial
- Pro and Max require custom pricing
TempWorks — where it wins
- Combines applicant tracking with payroll, billing, time, and attendance tools
- Includes resume parsing, mobile onboarding, scheduling, and workflow automation
- Supports AI-assisted screening, matching, and candidate sourcing
Where it doesn't
- Its staffing focus may not suit general corporate recruiting teams
- Per-user monthly pricing can increase as the team expands
- Back-office features may exceed the needs of recruiting-only agencies
- Bullhorn6.9/10 · Paid
A staffing-focused ATS with mobile access, automation, parsing, and CRM depth.
Visit BullhornFull verdict → - TempWorks3.0/10 · Pricing on request
A staffing-focused ATS that connects recruiting with payroll, billing, onboarding, and time management.
Visit TempWorksFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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