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Bullhorn alternatives
As of Nov 12, 2026, the highest-graded Bullhorn alternative is Top Echelon (2.4 GPA).
Bullhorn compared with 6 alternatives: JobAdder, Loxo, Recruit CRM, Crelate, Top Echelon and 1 more.
Bullhorn is a paid product, starting at $99 per user / month (billing basis not stated). None of the alternatives has a free plan. 4 more offer a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 12, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| BullhornThis tool | From $99/mo | No | Web |
| JobAdder | Paid | No | Web |
| Loxo | Free trial · from $149/mo | Trial only | Web, Browser extension |
| Recruit CRM | Free trial · from $95/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Crelate | Free trial · from $85/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Top Echelon | Free trial · from $79/mo | Trial only | Web, Browser extension |
| Recruiterflow | From $149/mo | No | Web |
Price against what you get
Bullhorn starts at $99 a month for each person and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 2 of the 5 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: Recruit CRM and Top Echelon.
Recruiterflow scores higher without starting lower. Crelate starts lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Bullhorn
JobAdder
Recruitment CRM and applicant tracking for agencies and in-house teams
Suits: Recruitment agencies handling both perm and temp placements
Loxo
AI-native ATS, CRM and sourcing for recruiting firms
- Loxo starts at $149 per user / month, billed annually.
- Loxo also lists a browser extension.
- Loxo also covers AI agents.
- Loxo does not cover workflow automation and job board posting, which Bullhorn does.
Suits: Recruiting firms that want sourcing, ATS and CRM in one product
Recruit CRM
ATS and client CRM for recruitment agencies, with AI agents
- Recruit CRM starts at $95 per user / month, billed annually ($109 billed monthly).
- Recruit CRM also lists iOS and Android apps and a browser extension.
- Recruit CRM also covers time tracking and AI agents.
- Recruit CRM does not cover reports, which Bullhorn does.
Suits: Recruitment agencies and executive search firms placing candidates with clients
Crelate
Applicant tracking and recruiting CRM for staffing and search firms
- Crelate starts at $85 per user / month, billed annually.
- Crelate also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Crelate does not cover workflow automation and reports, which Bullhorn does.
Suits: Staffing and search firms that need an ATS and a CRM together
Top Echelon
ATS and recruiting CRM for recruiting agencies and staffing firms
- Top Echelon starts at $79 per month, billed annually ($95 billed monthly).
- Top Echelon also lists a browser extension.
Suits: Independent recruiters and small recruiting agencies
Recruiterflow
ATS and CRM with AI agents for recruitment agencies
- Recruiterflow starts at $149 per user / month.
- Recruiterflow does not cover job board posting, which Bullhorn does.
Suits: Staffing and executive search agencies
Limits worth knowing in Bullhorn
- Every plan has a Get a quote button, and the page does not say whether the per-user prices are billed monthly or annually.
- AI search and match, the recruitment CRM and Amplify Chat start at the Pro plan, which has no listed price.
- It is built for agencies, not for in-house teams hiring for their own company.
- Larger-agency plans, AI and Automation products and Middle Office are quote-only.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Bullhorn?
The alternatives to Bullhorn in this directory are JobAdder, Loxo, Recruit CRM, Crelate, Top Echelon and Recruiterflow. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Bullhorn.
Is there a free alternative to Bullhorn?
None of the alternatives listed here has a free plan. Loxo, Recruit CRM, Crelate and Top Echelon offer a free trial.
Which Bullhorn alternatives work on Android?
The Bullhorn listing does not include an Android app. Recruit CRM and Crelate list one.
Which Bullhorn alternatives work on iOS?
The Bullhorn listing does not include an iOS app. Recruit CRM and Crelate list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 18, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.