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What is ApplicantStack?

ApplicantStack is an online applicant tracking and onboarding software system that provides businesses and agencies of all sizes a better way to recruit, screen, and hire new employees. It makes use of the latest technologies available, eliminating paperwork and other manual tasks that tend to bog down the recruitment and onboarding process.

ApplicantStack is built on the expertise of HR professionals, developers, and recruiters who aim to bring innovative human resources technology to businesses of all sizes. Since its introduction in 2009, it quickly became one of the fastest growing HR products in the marketplace and has received one of the highest ratings for applicant tracking systems.

Overview of ApplicantStack benefits

ApplicantStack provides an easy to use platform for users to create job listings that can be posted on custom-built job boards created by the platform itself, ensuring better visibility for the listing while retaining the company’s identity. It also makes it easy to share any listing published in the platform to other venues such as social media sites and job pages for greater visibility, so that the company can attract qualified talent.

Users also can create questionnaires or sort through resumes and cover letters easily to find qualified candidates through preset keywords highlighted by the platform. This enables recruiters to review application content in a more in depth but simplified manner to better identify potential candidates for a position in the workplace. As each application progresses or otherwise in the recruitment process, the system provides an easy to use interface that enables users to move them quickly in the recruitment ladder.

Features

Learn more about ApplicantStack features that set it apart from the competition. Discover how its unique tools and capabilities enhance your processes.

Accounts & Permissions

Access Control
Approval Process Control
Role Based Permissions
Single Sign In

Attendance Reporting Features

Absence Management
Progress Tracking
Sick Leave Tracking
Time Attendance
Vacation Tracking

Communication Management

Communication Management
Email Notifications
Multi Language
Real Time Notifications

Customization

Custom Fields
Custom Forms
Custom Landing Pages
Customizable Branding
Customizable Reporting
Customizable Templates
Email Templates
Forms Management
Template Management

Data Management Features

Business Intelligence
Content Management
Data Import Export
Document Management
Document Storage
Employee Database
Employee Profile
Feedback Collection
Knowledge Base
Real Time Data
Timesheets

Financial Features

Benefits Management
Billing Invoicing
Direct Deposit
Payroll Management

HR Features

360 Degree Feedback
Career Development Planning
Competency Management
Employee Management
Employee Onboarding
HR Management
Performance Appraisal
Performance Management
Recruiting Management

Integration

API
Application Integration
CRM Integration
Email Integration
Mobile Integration
Social Media Integration
Third Party Integration

Interaction Features & UX

Activity Dashboard
Collaboration Tools
Drag Drop Interface
Employee Self Service
New Employee Portal
Search Functionality
Self Service Portal

L&D Features

Asynchronous Learning
Blended Learning
Content Library
Gamification
Learning Management
Training Management

Monitoring Features

Configurable Workflow
Monitoring
Task Management
Workflow Management

Reporting & Analytics

Audit Trail
Engagement Analytics
Goal Setting Tracking
Overtime Tracking
Performance Reports
Real Time Analytics
Real Time Reporting
Real Time Updates
Reporting Statistics
Surveys Feedback

Scheduling & Planning

Activity Tracking
Automated Scheduling
Automatic Reminders
Calendar Management
Interview Scheduling

Security & Compliance

Compliance Management
Digital Signature
Electronic Signature Capture
HIPAA Compliance
Secure Data Storage
SSL Security

Signalling & Screening

Applicant Tracking
Assessment Management
Certificate Management
Job Application Management
Reference Checking
Resume Parsing
Skills Assessment
Skills Tracking
Status Tracking
Pricing

Learn more about ApplicantStack's pricing options, cost, and plans so you can make a well-informed, business-wise decision on the best software to use for organization.

Pricing Model
  • Free Trial
  • Subscription
License
  • Paid
Starting Price
  • $95
Free Trial
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Reviews

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Performance Overview
Overall Rating 84%
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  • Likelihood to Recommend

Strong candidate management tool for small businesses seeking cost‑effective ATS

Sep 13, 2025

Overall Rating 87%
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  • Likelihood to Recommend
What do you like best? As a smaller business, we appreciate that ApplicantStack's prices start at a manageable level while still offering many features found in higher-end systems. This provided us with a central hub for job posting, tracking applicants, collaborating with hiring managers, and eventually onboarding new employees. There are several locations and managers involved, and the system handles that complexity much better than our previous spreadsheet/email-based process.
What do you dislike? Since our use case is relatively simple, we encountered a few limitations. Specifically, some customization options, particularly those related to the look and feel of the careers page, were less flexible than we had hoped. The support is okay, but there are times when the response is not as quick as we would like it to be, especially when we have urgent questions about integrations or custom fields.
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James K.

Industry : Information Services | Company size : 11-50 | Level : Director | Focus : Human Resources | Experience using the software : More than 1 year as Administrator

Flexible and reliable ATS system that excels in posting and screening, yet needs deeper flexibility

May 5, 2025

Overall Rating 89%
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  • Likelihood to Recommend
What do you like best? Based on our experience, ApplicantStack excels in posting jobs quickly to job boards, consolidating applications, and facilitating the screening workflow and time to shortlist candidates. Customisable email templates, scoring questions, and providing SMS to candidates have made our hiring team look and sound professional as well as responsive. Support has always been good, and the system has been stable. Numerous users give it high marks for basic ATS functionality.
What do you dislike? Where the system falls short for us is in deeper customisation and visual appeal. For example, we would like to have more control over the branding of our career site and job pages, as well as more advanced analytics built in (rather than exporting data to Excel), and a more polished user interface. Additionally, it includes the onboarding process, but it needs to be integrated with learning-management or HRIS modules.
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Joana F.

Industry : Computer Software | Company size : 201-500 | Level : Manager | Focus : Human Resources | Experience using the software : More than 1 year as User, Administrator

A user-friendly recruitment platform that improved candidate experience and workflow

Mar 11, 2025

Overall Rating 88%
  • Usefulness
  • Usability
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  • Likelihood to Recommend
What do you like best? Our recruiting team has been utilizing ApplicantStack to manage applications, screening questions, and interview scheduling in one centralized platform. The workflows we programmed in the tool have made communications clear and quick, and candidates have trusted this; they have not hesitated to provide feedback. The tool helped us both post on top boards and create our own careers page on the platform, which improved the visibility of our openings.
What do you dislike? We identified an opportunity to enhance bulk actions when managing larger applicant pools. This could be achieved by rejecting numerous applicants simultaneously or sending them letters of rejection in a single bulk process, etc. On the other hand, the reporting interface, although adequately functional, was challenging for non-technical users to use without some initial assistance, as it required some team members to help drill down into the data without help.
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Sara R.

Industry : Financial Services | Company size : 201-500 | Level : Manager | Focus : Human Resources | Experience using the software : More than 1 year as Administrator

Practical ATS Balances Affordability But Custom Reporting Is Limiting

Nov 16, 2024

Overall Rating 83%
  • Usefulness
  • Usability
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  • Likelihood to Recommend
What do you like best? ApplicantStack stands out for offering robust applicant tracking features at a reasonable price point. It supports multiple job postings, branded career pages, and applicant screening without unnecessary complexity. The system is reliable during daily use and handles applicant volume well.
What do you dislike? While the platform covers core ATS needs effectively, it may not feel as polished as some enterprise-level tools. Custom report creation can be limiting, and some administrative tasks require more steps than expected.
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Jerry H.

Industry : Consumer Services | Company size : 501-1,000 | Level : Manager | Focus : Administrative | Experience using the software : More than 1 year as Administrator, User

Making Hiring Processes Easier Every Step Of The Way Despite Outdated Interface

Sep 27, 2024

Overall Rating 83%
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  • Usability
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  • Likelihood to Recommend
What do you like best? I like how ApplicantStack keeps the hiring routine simple and clear. Everything sits in one place, so posting roles, checking applications, and moving people through each step feels smooth and easy. The layout is clean, and I never feel lost while working through tasks.
What do you dislike? The only thing that holds ApplicantStack back for me is the look and feel of the system. It works well and stays steady, but the style feels older than many newer hiring tools. The layout is simple, which helps, but it could use a fresh appearance.
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Isaac H.

Industry : Elearning | Company size : 501-1,000 | Level : Director | Focus : Operations | Experience using the software : More than 1 year as Administrator, User

Organized Workflow Provides Great Value But UI Feels Old And Navigation Slow

Sep 19, 2024

Overall Rating 83%
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  • Usability
  • Customer Experience
  • Likelihood to Recommend
What do you like best? The tool is actually very good with regards to the features that it offers for tracking applicants from application to hiring. It integrates with custom workflows, user permissions and offers collaboration features to keep hiring managers in sync.
What do you dislike? There is a bit of a learning curve for new users, especially when configuring workflows for the first time. Some of the UI feels a bit old, compared to recent ATS platforms and there is room for small tweaks in usability around making navigation that little bit more fast.
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Dennis P.

Industry : Capital Markets | Company size : 201-500 | Level : Manager | Focus : Operations | Experience using the software : 6-12 months as Administrator, User

Straightforward Software Improves Organization But Design Lacks Visual Style

Sep 15, 2024

Overall Rating 83%
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  • Likelihood to Recommend
What do you like best? ApplicantStack has helped our team bring structure to an otherwise scattered hiring process. The ability to customize application forms, automate responses, and track candidate status has improved visibility across roles.
What do you dislike? The general design is in favor of function over style, so if you are a user expecting something amazing looking then this may not be for you. Some settings are not very straightforward and you would need to be assisted in setting them up.
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Mark H.

Industry : Elearning | Company size : 201-500 | Level : Director | Focus : Operations | Experience using the software : More than 1 year as Administrator, User

A Really Steady Tool For Tracking All Candidates Despite Occasional Email Issues

Jul 28, 2024

Overall Rating 82%
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  • Likelihood to Recommend
What do you like best? I enjoy how ApplicantStack makes following applicants simple and steady. I can see where each person sits in the process, move them forward, and check past notes quickly. This keeps me from feeling lost in the middle of a hiring cycle.
What do you dislike? Email issues are the one thing that interrupts my progress. At times, messages do not send, or they appear in odd ways, because the settings feel unclear. I need to double-check details more often than I prefer, which takes extra time during heavy hiring weeks.
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Chloe S.

Industry : Elearning | Company size : 201-500 | Level : Manager | Focus : Finance | Experience using the software : More than 1 year as Administrator, User

A Smooth Hiring Helper For Remote Teams But Video Links Fail On Rare Occasions

Jun 28, 2024

Overall Rating 79%
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What do you like best? ApplicantStack has made remote hiring feel simple for us by keeping every step in one place. I can move from screening to online meetings without switching tools, which saves time and helps me stay steady during busy days. Having notes, recordings, and updates stored together keeps the process clear and makes it easier to review details later.
What do you dislike? The only issue I run into is the video meeting links that fail to load on rare days. It slows me down and forces me to reset the session, which can interrupt the flow of an interview. I also feel the loading time could be steadier during long calls since it sometimes takes a moment for screens to appear.
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Maya P.

Industry : Capital Markets | Company size : 501-1,000 | Level : Senior | Focus : Administrative | Experience using the software : 6-12 months as Administrator, User

Reliable Framework Grows With Requirements But Basic UI Needs Upgrade

May 25, 2024

Overall Rating 83%
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  • Usability
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  • Likelihood to Recommend
What do you like best? ApplicantStack provides a dependable framework for managing recruitment efficiently. It supports customizable workflows, resume parsing, and centralized candidate communication, making it easier to maintain consistency across hiring efforts.
What do you dislike? As hiring requisitions get more complex, some users may prefer added automation and reporting flexibility. The elementary and basic UI could use a bit of an upgrade for a more user-friendly experience and needs to be more modernized.
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Paul C.

Industry : Executive Office | Company size : 501-1,000 | Level : Senior | Focus : Finance | Experience using the software : 6-12 months as Administrator, User

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