Alternatives
Best JazzHR Alternatives in 2026
Quick answer: AvaHR at $99/mo is the best JazzHR alternative for small businesses that found Hero too limited but cannot justify Plus at $3,480/year. Breezy HR is the best value if several people review candidates, thanks to unlimited users, and Workable is the upgrade path for companies that outgrew JazzHR rather than found it too expensive.
Most people looking for a JazzHR alternative hit the same wall. JazzHR's entry tier, Hero, is genuinely cheap at $1,000/year — roughly $83/mo, the lowest headline price among serious ATS products. But it deliberately omits structured interviews, automation and reporting, and offers and eSignatures do not appear until the Pro plan at $5,508/year.
So you discover you need Plus at $3,480/year (~$290/mo), which is a very different proposition from the price that attracted you. That is the moment this search happens.
What it costs, side by side
| Platform | Typical monthly cost | Billed as |
|---|---|---|
| JazzHR | ~$83–$459/mo | Flat per plan |
| AvaHR | $99–$457/mo | Flat per plan |
| Breezy HR | $0–$439/mo | Flat per plan |
| Zoho Recruit | €0–€50/recruiter/mo | Per recruiter seat |
| Manatal | $15–$55/user/mo | Per user seat |
| WizeHire | $249–$549/mo | Flat per plan |
| Workable | $299–$719/mo | Flat per plan, banded by headcount |
| Greenhouse | Not published | Custom quote |
Pricing above was taken from each provider's own pricing page in August 2026. Always confirm the current numbers before buying — hiring software pricing changes often, and the three billing models in this category (flat per plan, per recruiter seat, and per employee on your payroll) make headline prices hard to compare without doing the arithmetic for your own headcount and number of open roles.
AvaHR — best if the Plus price is the problem
AvaHR at $99/mo (~$1,188/year) costs roughly a third of JazzHR Plus and includes things JazzHR gates: 100+ job board distribution, branded careers page, resume parsing and unlimited candidates on every tier including the cheapest.
Honest comparison: JazzHR Plus has more mature reporting and structured interview tooling. If those are why you were on Plus, AvaHR is a downgrade in that specific respect. If you were on Plus mainly because Hero was too thin to use, AvaHR gives you a usable product for a third of the money.
Breezy HR — best if several people hire
Breezy HR Startup at $157/mo gives unlimited positions and unlimited users. JazzHR's tiers are also flat rather than per-seat, so this is not about seat costs — it is that Breezy's $157 tier includes scorecards, self-scheduling, video interviews and automations that JazzHR reserves for Plus at $290/mo. Its free Bootstrap tier also lets you trial properly before committing.
Workable — if you outgrew JazzHR
Workable from $299/mo is more than JazzHR Plus but adds an HRIS, onboarding and time-off management alongside the ATS. The right move if your problem was capability rather than cost. Watch the add-ons — texting, video and assessments are extra on Standard.
Zoho Recruit — cheapest per seat
Zoho Recruit at €25/recruiter/month is the cheapest credible option if you have one or two recruiters. Job caps are per licence (10 active jobs on Standard), which is the thing to check against how you actually work.
Others
Manatal at $15–$55 per user per month is the pick if you are an agency rather than a direct employer. Greenhouse is the upgrade if you now have a recruiting team; quote-only. WizeHire at $249/mo is worth it only for the coaching.
Before you switch
- Work out which JazzHR tier you actually need rather than comparing against Hero's headline price. Most alternatives beat Plus, few beat Hero.
- Export your candidate data first. JazzHR supports it; do it before you cancel.
- Check consumption billing. JazzHR bills some features by usage on top of the plan — include that in your real annual number.
Pricing
| Platform | Plans | What that actually gets you |
|---|---|---|
| JazzHR | Hero $1,000/yr · Plus $3,480/yr · Pro $5,508/yr | Billed annually; monthly billing is available and costs up to 24% more. Hero starts at 3 job postings/month; Plus allows up to 200 active jobs. Offers & eSignatures are Pro-only. Some features are consumption-billed on top of the plan. |
| AvaHR | Lite $99 · Plus $165 · Premium $332 · Max $457+ | Per month, billed monthly; annual billing saves up to 17%. Unlimited candidates on every plan. Lite covers 3 live jobs and 1 user; Plus 50 jobs and 5 users; Premium unlimited jobs and 25 users. 7-day free trial. |
| Breezy HR | Bootstrap $0 · Startup $157 · Growth $273 · Business $439 | Per month; annual billing includes 2 months free. Unlimited users on every plan, including the free Bootstrap tier — but Bootstrap allows only 1 active position at a time. SMS and Breezy Intelligence are paid add-ons on all tiers. 14-day trial. |
| Zoho Recruit | Free €0 · Standard €25 · Enterprise €50 | Per recruiter per month, billed annually (EUR pricing shown; check your region). Active jobs are capped per licence: 1 on Free, 10 on Standard, 20 on Enterprise. 15-day trial and a 45-day money-back guarantee. |
| Workable | Standard $299 · Premier $599 · Enterprise $719 | Per month at the 1–20 employee band, billed annually ($3,588/$7,188/$8,628 per year); the price rises with company headcount. Texting (+$89/mo), video interviews (+$109/mo) and assessments (+$59/mo) are add-ons on Standard. The AI agent runs on credits sold separately from $0.095–$0.12 each. 15-day trial. |
Pricing above was taken from each provider's own pricing page in August 2026. Always confirm the current numbers before buying — hiring software pricing changes often, and the three billing models in this category (flat per plan, per recruiter seat, and per employee on your payroll) make headline prices hard to compare without doing the arithmetic for your own headcount and number of open roles.
Frequently asked questions
What is an applicant tracking system?
An applicant tracking system (ATS) is software that collects job applications in one place, moves candidates through hiring stages, and handles the job postings, screening, and communication around that — instead of tracking applicants in an email inbox or a spreadsheet.
What is the best option for this use case?
AvaHR is our top pick for this use case, based on setup time, pricing, and how well it fits the way these teams actually hire — though the right choice depends on headcount and budget, which the sections above cover.
Do I need a paid ATS, or is a free plan enough?
A free plan or a job board alone is usually enough if you hire once or twice a year. Once you're running multiple open roles at a time, or more than one person is reviewing applicants, a paid ATS starts paying for itself in time saved.