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At a Glance
Indeed Hiring Platform
Indeed Hiring Platform
Star Rating
(616)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (44.3% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Indeed Hiring Platform
ZipRecruiter
ZipRecruiter
Star Rating
(1,358)4.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (55.6% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
Learn more about ZipRecruiter
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that ZipRecruiter excels in job posting functionality, with a score of 9.3, while Indeed Hiring Platform follows closely with a score of 9.1. Reviewers mention that ZipRecruiter's user-friendly interface makes it easier to create and manage job postings efficiently.
  • Reviewers mention that Indeed Hiring Platform offers superior interview scheduling capabilities, scoring 8.5 compared to ZipRecruiter's 7.3. Users say that the integrated calendar features in Indeed streamline the scheduling process significantly.
  • G2 users highlight ZipRecruiter's strong performance in sourcing and candidate identification, scoring 8.2, while Indeed shines slightly brighter with a score of 8.7. Users report that Indeed's advanced search tools help in quickly identifying qualified candidates.
  • Users on G2 appreciate ZipRecruiter's overall ease of use, scoring 9.6, which is higher than Indeed's 9.0. Reviewers mention that the intuitive design of ZipRecruiter makes it accessible for small businesses with limited HR resources.
  • Reviewers mention that ZipRecruiter has a better quality of support, scoring 9.3 compared to Indeed's 8.4. Users report that ZipRecruiter's customer service is responsive and helpful, which is crucial for businesses needing quick assistance.
  • Users say that both platforms offer solid reporting features, but ZipRecruiter edges out with a score of 8.8 versus Indeed's 8.6. Reviewers mention that ZipRecruiter's reporting tools provide actionable insights that help in refining recruitment strategies.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Indeed Hiring Platform
No pricing available
ZipRecruiter
No pricing available
Free Trial
Indeed Hiring Platform
No trial information available
ZipRecruiter
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.7
329
9.4
943
Ease of Use
9.0
329
9.6
958
Ease of Setup
8.8
111
9.2
117
Ease of Admin
8.6
96
9.2
99
Quality of Support
8.4
297
9.3
840
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.5
236
8.8
134
Product Direction (% positive)
8.6
321
9.0
948
Features by Category
8.5
1,766
9.0
2,093
Platform Functionality
8.7
172
Not enough data
9.1
208
Not enough data
8.5
155
Not enough data
8.5
166
Not enough data
Platform
8.1
141
9.0
280
8.2
120
8.5
229
8.4
124
8.6
232
8.6
137
9.0
269
8.5
143
9.3
284
8.5
130
9.2
273
8.3
132
8.9
246
8.5
138
9.1
280
8.6
2,221
9.0
5,358
Platform Basics
8.6
97
8.9
264
8.7
88
8.7
252
8.9
101
9.3
302
Platform Content
8.5
97
9.1
279
8.9
103
9.3
317
8.8
102
9.1
279
Platform Additional Functionality
8.7
106
9.2
305
8.7
102
9.2
286
8.2
87
8.5
221
8.9
92
9.0
277
8.7
92
8.8
243
8.6
89
8.8
240
Platform
8.1
141
9.0
280
8.2
120
8.5
229
8.4
124
8.6
232
8.6
137
9.0
269
8.5
143
9.3
284
8.5
130
9.2
273
8.3
132
8.9
246
8.5
138
9.1
280
8.9
312
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.8
28
Not enough data
8.7
30
Not enough data
8.8
28
Not enough data
8.7
29
Not enough data
Platform Content
8.9
29
Not enough data
9.1
26
Not enough data
8.9
26
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
9.1
30
Not enough data
9.1
29
Not enough data
8.9
28
Not enough data
8.9
29
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.5
1,146
Not enough data
Platform Content
8.5
67
Not enough data
8.4
64
Not enough data
8.7
65
Not enough data
8.9
64
Not enough data
8.2
43
Not enough data
8.4
44
Not enough data
8.5
45
Not enough data
8.6
44
Not enough data
Platform Performance
8.5
62
Not enough data
8.6
65
Not enough data
8.6
62
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
8.8
65
Not enough data
8.7
67
Not enough data
8.0
57
Not enough data
8.5
61
Not enough data
8.3
46
Not enough data
8.3
44
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.7
64
Not enough data
8.6
61
Not enough data
8.5
56
Not enough data
Pre-Employment ScreeningHide 8 FeaturesShow 8 Features
8.4
1,065
9.0
2,093
Platform
8.1
141
9.0
280
8.2
120
8.5
229
8.4
124
8.6
232
8.6
137
9.0
269
8.5
143
9.3
284
8.5
130
9.2
273
8.3
132
8.9
246
8.5
138
9.1
280
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Indeed Hiring Platform
Indeed Hiring Platform
ZipRecruiter
ZipRecruiter
Indeed Hiring Platform and ZipRecruiter are categorized as Job Search Sites
Unique Categories
Indeed Hiring Platform
Indeed Hiring Platform is categorized as Recruiting Automation, Video Interviewing, and Talent Assessment
ZipRecruiter
ZipRecruiter has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Indeed Hiring Platform
Indeed Hiring Platform
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
44.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
38.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
16.9%
ZipRecruiter
ZipRecruiter
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
55.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
26.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
18.1%
Reviewers' Industry
Indeed Hiring Platform
Indeed Hiring Platform
Staffing and Recruiting
16.6%
Information Technology and Services
9.2%
Hospital & Health Care
7.7%
Computer Software
4.2%
Education Management
4.0%
Other
58.4%
ZipRecruiter
ZipRecruiter
Information Technology and Services
5.9%
Staffing and Recruiting
5.4%
Hospital & Health Care
5.0%
Construction
4.6%
Consumer Services
4.3%
Other
74.9%
Most Helpful Reviews
Indeed Hiring Platform
Indeed Hiring Platform
Most Helpful Favorable Review
AP
Ankit P.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services

It provide a lot of options through which you can get your dream job, it is one of the largest hiring platform that connect the employers with job seekers. It is very easy to use as it has lot of feature that help everyone by giving them good job listings.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Maneesh G.
MG
Maneesh G.
Verified User in Health, Wellness and Fitness

Earlier I used to post free jobs on Indeed. But since I have configured the payment options and sponsored 1 job post, Indeed is flagging my free job posts and forcing me to sponsor jobs that I want to post in the free category. Now all my new job posts are...

ZipRecruiter
ZipRecruiter
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Consumer Goods

I found that Zip Recruiter had a wealth of jobseekers with the necessary qualifications. I liked that you would look at these candidates and contact them thru the Zip Recruiter news portal. Don't get me started on the preliminary questions which are a god...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising

Their billing practices are shady and dishonest. They do not warn you about trial periods ending, they will not notify you upon your billing starting, and they are absolutely unwilling to rectify any billing errors no matter the financial impact on those...

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Discussions
Indeed Hiring Platform
Indeed Hiring Platform Discussions
How useful are indeed assessments?
3 comments
PG
very goodRead more
Indeed forcing users to sponsor job posts
2 comments
WJ
The sponsor job is posted in order to share new job opportunities for beginners. The https://www.collegessaywriter.com/free-online-writing-tools/ is doing a...Read more
Best way to know about authentic post?
1 comment
Julie T.
JT
An authentic post will give the company’s name and website, should you want to look into them before applying. They’ll offer a salary (hourly or yearly,...Read more
ZipRecruiter
ZipRecruiter Discussions
What is the best way to land the job using ZipRecruiter?
8 comments
Tanya G.
TG
The best way to land a job using ZipRecruiter is, to actually USE ZipRecruiter like it's meant to be used. Read more
How do I view an opening positions you been applied for?
3 comments
Joe P.
JP
When I have used ZipRecruiter and applied either from my smartphone or from my computer an email is sent confirming the submission or request for more...Read more
Can you filter out the staffing agencies?
3 comments
Daniel M.
DM
The only way to keep hiring agencies from reaching out to you is by making your profile private. This way, only jobs you personally apply to will see your...Read more