Alternatives · Resumes
CakeResume alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best CakeResume alternative for most people is Kickresume (3.2 GPA), first in our ranking of resume builders. It's also the best free one.
CakeResume compared with 5 alternatives: Enhancv, Kickresume, Teal, VisualCV and Resume.io.
CakeResume has a free plan. Paid plans start at $14.00 per month, billed yearly ($167.99). 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| CakeResumeThis tool | Free plan · from $14.00/mo | Yes | Web, Browser extension |
| Enhancv | Free trial · from $16.50/mo | Trial only | Web, Browser extension |
| Kickresume | Free plan · from $8/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Teal | Free plan · from $13 | Yes | Web, Browser extension |
| VisualCV | Free plan · from $16/mo | Yes | Web |
| Resume.io | Free plan · from $29.95 | Yes | Web |
Price against what you get
CakeResume starts at $14 a month and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 1 of the 4 alternatives on this chart scores higher and starts lower: Kickresume.
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 CakeResume
Enhancv
Designed resume builder with AI feedback, tailoring and a job tracker
- Enhancv starts at $16.50 per month, billed every 6 months ($99).
- Enhancv has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike CakeResume.
- Enhancv does not cover job board posting, which CakeResume does.
Suits: Job seekers who want a resume that looks designed rather than plain
Kickresume
Resume, cover letter and personal website builder with an AI writer
- Kickresume starts at $8 per month, billed yearly ($96).
- Kickresume also lists iOS and Android apps.
- Kickresume lists no browser extension, which CakeResume has.
- Kickresume does not cover job board posting, which CakeResume does.
Suits: Job seekers who want an AI first draft from a job ad
Teal
Free job tracker and resume builder, with AI and matching in Teal+
- Teal starts at $13 per week; $29 per 30 days; $79 per 90 days.
- Teal does not cover job board posting, which CakeResume does.
Suits: Job seekers juggling many applications who want them in one tracker
VisualCV
Resume and CV builder with online resume sites and view tracking
- VisualCV starts at $16 per month, billed quarterly.
- VisualCV lists no browser extension, which CakeResume has.
- VisualCV does not cover job board posting, which CakeResume does.
Suits: Job seekers who want an online resume and to know when it is viewed
Resume.io
Resume and cover letter builder with AI writing and an ATS score
- Resume.io starts at $29.95 per 28 days after a $2.95 seven-day trial; $49.95 per quarter.
- Resume.io lists no browser extension, which CakeResume has.
- Resume.io does not cover job board posting, which CakeResume does.
Suits: Job seekers who want a finished resume and cover letter in one sitting
Limits worth knowing in CakeResume
- Free accounts get 1 resume; after Premium ends you can only edit your first resume, though all stay viewable and downloadable.
- Credits refresh on the 1st of each month; one AI Resume Checker run uses 16 of the 60 free credits.
- Cake branding stays on resumes on the free plan.
- A full refund is available within 7 days of purchase, per the pricing FAQ.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to CakeResume?
The alternatives to CakeResume in this directory are Enhancv, Kickresume, Teal, VisualCV and Resume.io. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with CakeResume.
Is there a free alternative to CakeResume?
Yes. Kickresume, Teal, VisualCV and Resume.io have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which CakeResume alternatives work on Android?
The CakeResume listing does not include an Android app. Kickresume lists one.
Which CakeResume alternatives work on iOS?
The CakeResume listing does not include an iOS app. Kickresume lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 24, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.