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Best Staffing Software 2026
Facts read 20 Sep 2026 – 15 Oct 2026
For agencies, staffing software can organize job orders, candidate records, temporary placements and back-office tasks. This guide helps buyers compare workflow coverage, candidate limits, mobile access, integrations, platforms and ways to try a tool.
The standings: top 10
| Name | Record score | Price from | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Hire Gnome ATS | 5.2 | $79 a month | Web, Self-hosted | 11 Oct 2026 |
| 02 JobDiva | 4.8 | — | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 03 Bullhorn | 4.6 | $99 a month | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, API | 30 Sep 2026 |
| 04 CEIPAL | 4.5 | — | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, API | 7 Oct 2026 |
| 05 OpenCATS | 4.5 | Free plan | Web, Self-hosted | 12 Oct 2026 |
| 06 TempWorks | 4.2 | — | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web | 11 Oct 2026 |
| 07 Crelate | 4.0 | $85 a month, billed yearly | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web | 20 Sep 2026 |
| 08 Recruit CRM | 3.4 | — | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web | 20 Sep 2026 |
| 09 BrightMove | 3.2 | $125 a month | Web | 20 Sep 2026 |
| 10 COATS Staffing Software | 3.1 | — | Web, Windows | 22 Sep 2026 |
The list is ordered by newest releases first, using figures the makers publish. It is a finder list, not a scored ranking.
02
JobDiva
JobDiva suits staffing organizations that want recruiting, candidate onboarding, and back-office workflows in one system.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+6 Record4.8 Visit
03
Bullhorn
Bullhorn ATS & CRM is aimed at staffing agencies, from solo recruiters to large firms.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 Record4.6 Visit
04
CEIPAL
It suits staffing firms, healthcare organizations, corporate recruiting teams and global capability centers seeking recruiting and workforce tools.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 Record4.5 Visit
05
OpenCATS
WebSelf-hosted Record4.5 Visit
Before you choose
Match the staffing workflow
Compare temp staffing workflows with job order management and back-office tools in one view. These areas show how a product may fit recruiting and placement work.
Candidate database limits matter when you need to keep records over time. Check the stated limit against your process before choosing.
Check platform access
Products in the list run through browsers, Android, iOS, Windows, self-hosted setups or APIs. Confirm the access method your staff and systems require.
A mobile app can matter for recruiters away from a desk. Review mobile support separately from browser access.
Read the pricing path
Some entries provide a free plan, while others make a free trial available. Review the scope of any no-cost plan before transferring records or workflows.
Hire Gnome ATS lists a 14-day trial alongside a free plan and paid tier starting at $79 per month. Elevate Staffing lists a 14-day trial and no free plan.
Plan connections
Assess how each product connects with the systems your staffing operation already uses. An API can support custom connections, while built-in integrations may reduce setup work.
Pricing is available on request for AkkenCloud, Alvius, COATS Staffing Software and Federated Staffing ATS/CRM.
Questions
Can staffing software be free?
Hire Gnome ATS and OpenCATS are the entries that list free plans. Other entries use paid pricing or offer a trial instead.
What platforms support staffing software?
Web, Android, iOS, Windows, self-hosted setups and APIs are represented across the list.
Are temporary staffing workflows supported?
The comparison includes temp staffing workflows. Review how each product handles that work alongside job orders and back-office tasks.
Is there a way to try staffing software before payment?
Some entries offer a free trial. Both Hire Gnome ATS and Elevate Staffing list 14-day trials.
Which factors matter beyond price?
Beyond price, weigh temp staffing workflows, back-office tools, candidate database limits, job order management, mobile apps and integration options.
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