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Resume Genius alternatives
As of Oct 24, 2026, the best Resume Genius alternative for most people is Kickresume (3.2 GPA), first in our ranking of resume builders. It's also the best free one.
Resume Genius compared with 5 alternatives: Zety, LiveCareer, Resume.io, Kickresume and Novorésumé.
Resume Genius has a free plan. Paid plans start at $7.95 per month, billed yearly ($95.40). 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resume GeniusThis tool | Free plan · from $7.95/mo | Yes | Web |
| Zety | Free plan · from $5.95/mo | Yes | Web |
| LiveCareer | Free plan · from $5.95/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
Resume Genius starts at $7.95 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. Zety and LiveCareer start 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 Resume Genius
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
LiveCareer
Resume, CV and cover letter builder with ready-made phrases
- LiveCareer starts at $5.95 per month, billed yearly ($71.40).
Suits: Job seekers who want prewritten bullet points to start from
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 Resume Genius
- The free plan downloads resumes as TXT only; PDF and Word downloads need a paid plan.
- The $2.95 trial renews at $23.95 every four weeks after 14 days unless cancelled first.
- The pricing FAQ says only credit cards are accepted, not PayPal, debit or prepaid cards.
- Refunds are promised only within 14 days of paying.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Resume Genius?
The alternatives to Resume Genius in this directory are Zety, LiveCareer, Resume.io, Kickresume and Novorésumé. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Resume Genius.
Is there a free alternative to Resume Genius?
Yes. Zety, LiveCareer, Resume.io, Kickresume and Novorésumé have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Resume Genius alternatives work on Android?
The Resume Genius listing does not include an Android app. Kickresume lists one.
Which Resume Genius alternatives work on iOS?
The Resume Genius 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.