SmartRecruiters features: tier-by-tier list (2026)
Enterprise talent acquisition suite with a published Essential entry price and three higher tiers quoted based on volume and AI usage.
Core capabilities (18)
Effortlessly source and nurture candidates for future roles
Effortlessly source and nurture candidates for future roles with built-in candidate relationship management functionality.
Source · core
Cut down on back and forth with candidates
Cut down on back and forth with candidates using automation and flexible tools that help you book more interviews with just a few clicks.
Source · core automation
Drive higher conversion by reaching candidates where they
Drive higher conversion by reaching candidates where they already are with integrated candidate messaging available using SMS, WhatsApp, and online.
Source · core
Ensure a smooth start for new hires with
Ensure a smooth start for new hires with native onboarding tools so employees have everything they need for day one.
Source · core
Streamline and automate the most crucial stage of
Streamline and automate the most crucial stage of the hiring process with a modern approach to offer management that helps you secure top candidates faster.
Source · core
Test out new workflows, roles, and structures in
Test out new workflows, roles, and structures in a safe, sandbox environment before pushing new changes live to your teams.
Source · core automation
The premium tool for efficient and confident testing
The premium tool for efficient and confident testing. With intuitive self-service options and bi-directional syncing, SmartSandbox ensures your sandboxes reflect production seamlessly — empowering your team to innovate without limits.
Source · core
Our global in-house experts will conduct in-depth reviews
Our global in-house experts will conduct in-depth reviews & consultation and follow a rapid implementation methodology to incur low costs and minimal delays.
Source · core
Interested in learning more about SmartRecruiters
Interested in learning more about SmartRecruiters? Our global team of Talent Acquisition experts are excited to meet you and learn more about your company’s hiring needs.
Source · core
Discover the right plan for your company
Whether you're a growing startup or large enterprise, we have plans that will give you exactly what you need to succeed with hiring.
Source · core
From screening to scheduling, Winston Companion handles the
From screening to scheduling, Winston Companion handles the most repetitive tasks with speed.
Source · core
Winston Chat uses advanced LMMs to personalize job
Winston Chat uses advanced LMMs to personalize job recommendations and guide candidates through applications.
Source · core
Winston Match identifies the best candidates for your
Winston Match identifies the best candidates for your roles and offers up proactive suggestions.
Source · core
SmartRecruiters Names “The Orchestrator” as Job Title of
hiring data highlights a shift toward coordination and end-to-end ownership as organizations redesign how work gets done...
Source · core
High Volume Hiring: Where Speed Meets Stickiness
SmartRecruiters Webinar Recap: Real Strategies, Real Results from Industry Leaders As high-volume industries like retail and hospitality brace for peak season, hiring teams face a ...
Source · core
The Discipline of Staying Fast Inside a Giant
There’s a tendency in finance to equate speed with competence. Faster answers, sharper responses, quicker decisions....
Source · core
SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --
SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 2025 has been a milestone year for SmartRecruiters, an SAP company, marked by rapid growth, global recognition, groundbreaking inno...
Source · core
SAN FRANCISCO, USA and WALLDORF, Germany — Aug
SAN FRANCISCO, USA and WALLDORF, Germany — Aug. 1, 2025 — SAP (NYSE: SAP) and SmartRecruiters today announced that SAP has entered into an agreement to acquire SmartRecruiters,...
Source · core
AI features (9)
The Complete SmartRecruiters Experience
From the AI intelligence layer powered by Winston , to the core talent operating system with SmartOS , to the add-on modules bringing valuable upgrades – your team will be empowered to attract, select, and hire the right people at the right time.
Source · ai
Highly-rated products
You'll find the most popular products to attract top talent and streamline hiring included in our packages. AI-Powered Hiring Agent From screening to scheduling, Winston Companion handles the most repetitive tasks with speed.
Source · ai
AI, work and the future of identity - with Allyn Bailey
What really happens at the World Economic Forum in Davos? And what are global leaders saying about the future of work?...
Source · ai
The company showcased innovative new capabilities as well
The company showcased innovative new capabilities as well as visionary goals for 2026 and beyond. State-of-the-art innovations introduced include agentic interviewing, enhanced candidate engagement, agentic CRM, integration with the SAP SuccessFactors hum...
Source · ai integrations
Partnership combines AI recruiting with AI onboarding to
Partnership combines AI recruiting with AI onboarding to reduce early attrition, accelerate productivity, and transform new hire success...
Source · ai
LAS VEGAS, NV – September 16, 2025 –
LAS VEGAS, NV – September 16, 2025 – SmartRecruiters, The Recruiting AI Company, is opening HR Tech 2025 with its biggest moment yet: announcing the close of its acquisition by...
Source · ai
SAN FRANCISCO, USA — September 11, 2025 —
SAN FRANCISCO, USA — September 11, 2025 — SAP SE (NYSE: SAP) today announced it has completed the acquisition of SmartRecruiters, the Recruiting AI Company. Together, SAP and S...
Source · ai
Welcome to the Next Generation of Hiring Technology
Welcome to the Next Generation of Hiring Technology San Francisco, CA – June 10, 2025 — SmartRecruiters, The Recruiting AI Company, today announced the launch of its next-gener...
Source · ai
In this episode, I m joined by Chris
In this episode, I m joined by Chris Riche-Webber, VP of Business Intelligence and Analytics at SmartRecruiters, to...
Source · ai
Automation and workflows (2)
Gain valuable insights into your hiring process with
Gain valuable insights into your hiring process with built-in recruiting analytics and real-time recruitment data dashboards across the hiring workflow.
Source · automation real-time dashboard
Build and provide your own custom company content
Build and provide your own custom company content, help articles, and announcements directly in your recruiting workflow, providing easy access and improved confidence for your team.
Source · automation
Reporting and analytics (2)
What’s included in our recruiting software
SmartOS includes everything you need to attract top talent and streamline hiring. ATS Easily track applicants across multiple workflows, with built-in templates to improve candidate screening and selection.
Source · reporting automation
Discover built-in, premium access to all of your
Discover built-in, premium access to all of your key recruiting metrics in one place, empowering your team to make strategic decisions swiftly and confidently with collaborative tools, data visualizations, and insights.
Source · reporting
Security and compliance (2)
What compliance requirements and certificates do you meet
We are globally compliant, including 242-FZ, ISO 27001 / SOC-2, EEOC/OFCCP, GDPR, and CNIL.
Source · security
Is SmartOS a global solution
Yes, SmartRecruit is available in 37 languages, compliant with EEOC & GDPR, security certified ISO 27001, and offers deep configurability with customizable processes. SmartRecruiters customers have posted jobs in 170+ countries.
Source · security
See SmartRecruiters pricing in detail
This page lists what SmartRecruiters does. For per-seat math, tier comparison, and the full hidden-fee list, see the SmartRecruiters pricing breakdown.
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Features evolve. Confirm directly with the vendor before purchase decisions. This list was last refreshed on 2026-05-27.
Frequently asked questions
What features does SmartRecruiters include?
This page tracks 33 verified SmartRecruiters features across 5 categories, sourced from SmartRecruiters's official site.
Which tier do I need for SmartRecruiters?
SmartRecruiters's feature availability varies by plan. Compare the public SmartRecruiters tiers, calculator, and hidden fees on the SmartRecruiters pricing page.
How does SmartRecruiters compare on features to alternatives?
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