Alternatives · Resumes
LiveCareer alternatives
As of Oct 24, 2026, the best LiveCareer alternative for most people is Kickresume (3.2 GPA), first in our ranking of resume builders. It's also the best free one.
LiveCareer compared with 5 alternatives: Zety, Resume Genius, Resume.io, Kickresume and Novorésumé.
LiveCareer has a free plan. Paid plans start at $5.95 per month, billed yearly ($71.40). All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
Listings checked up to Oct 24, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| LiveCareerThis tool | Free plan · from $5.95/mo | Yes | Web |
| Zety | Free plan · from $5.95/mo | Yes | Web |
| Resume Genius | Free plan · from $7.95/mo | Yes | Web |
| Resume.io | Free plan · from $29.95 | Yes | Web |
| Kickresume | Free plan · from $8/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Novorésumé | Free plan · from $23.99/mo | Yes | Web |
Price against what you get
LiveCareer starts at $5.95 a month and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. None of the 4 alternatives on this chart both scores higher and starts lower.
Kickresume scores higher without starting lower.
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 LiveCareer
Zety
Resume and cover letter builder with expert-written content
- Zety starts at $5.95 per month, billed yearly ($71.40).
Suits: People who would rather pick from suggested phrases than write from scratch
Resume Genius
Resume and cover letter builder with AI writing aids and a job board
- Resume Genius starts at $7.95 per month, billed yearly ($95.40).
Suits: Job seekers who need a resume in Word as well as PDF
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.
Suits: Job seekers who want a finished resume and cover letter in one sitting
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.
Suits: Job seekers who want an AI first draft from a job ad
Novorésumé
Resume builder sold as one-time passes, with free AI writing tools
- Novorésumé starts at $23.99 for 1 month, paid once with no renewal.
Suits: Job seekers who do not want a subscription that renews by itself
Limits worth knowing in LiveCareer
- Free accounts download only plain text (TXT); PDF and Word need Premium Access.
- The $2.95 14-day access renews at $23.95 every four weeks unless cancelled first.
- The annual plan is one $71.40 charge that renews each year; the page says it saves 77%.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to LiveCareer?
The alternatives to LiveCareer in this directory are Zety, Resume Genius, Resume.io, Kickresume and Novorésumé. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with LiveCareer.
Is there a free alternative to LiveCareer?
Yes. Zety, Resume Genius, Resume.io, Kickresume and Novorésumé have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which LiveCareer alternatives work on Android?
The LiveCareer listing does not include an Android app. Kickresume lists one.
Which LiveCareer alternatives work on iOS?
The LiveCareer listing does not include an iOS app. Kickresume lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Every listing on this page was checked on Oct 24, 2026, against the pages it cites. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.