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SmartStart by SmartRecruiters

Freemium

A free, cloud‑based ATS designed for small businesses to attract, hire, and onboard talent efficiently.

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4.5 Editor Rating
Vetted Score
4.5 / 5.0

Earns 4.5/5 for its intuitive UI, generous free tier, and strong integration ecosystem, though larger enterprises may need higher‑tier plans.

Key Features
Unlimited Candidate Management

Track, organize, and communicate with an unlimited number of candidates through a centralized dashboard.

Job Posting Distribution

Automatically publish openings to major job boards, social media, and your career site with one click.

Collaborative Hiring Workflow

Enable team members to review resumes, leave feedback, and move candidates through customizable hiring stages.

Frequently Asked Questions

SmartStart is free for up to 10 active job postings; additional postings require a paid plan.

Yes, it offers native integrations with popular HRIS, background check services, and calendar apps.

SmartStart is web‑based and also provides iOS and Android apps for on‑the‑go recruiting.
Specifications
Pricing Model Free for up to 10 active job postings, with paid plans starting at $99 per month for unlimited postings and advanced features.
Supported Platforms
Web (Chrome, Firefox, Safari)iOSAndroid