Both Remote.co and CareerBuilder offer valuable resources for job seekers, but they cater to slightly different needs. Remote.co is more focused on remote job opportunities and provides expert advice in that area. CareerBuilder, on the other hand, offers a broader range of job types and has a mobile app for convenient job searching. However, CareerBuilder has received negative feedback regarding scams, technical issues, and customer support, which should be considered when choosing a platform.
| Attribute | Remote.co | CareerBuilder |
|---|---|---|
| Remote Job Specialization | Specializes in remote and online job postings across various industries. | Offers options to search for 'Work From Home' jobs. |
| Job Search Filters | Allows users to filter searches by keyword, professions, skills, and more. Offers options for full-time, part-time, flexible schedule, alternative schedule, freelance, and temporary jobs. | Filter job searches based on education, experience, location, industry, and salary range. |
| Company Review Availability | Direct online reviews of the site are limited. | While CareerBuilder itself may not be as strong on company reviews, Glassdoor is a competitor known for providing company reviews and salary insights. |
| Salary Estimation Tools | Partners with Ravio to provide verified salary data. Offers a Salary Explorer tool. | Offers personalized salary tools and insights. You can also compare salaries. |
| Resume Building Assistance | Sister site, FlexJobs, offers guidance and tools to build resumes. | Provides a free resume-building tool to create professional job search documents. Also offers an AI-powered resume builder with suggested keywords, phrases, and job titles. |
| Career Advice Resources | Provides resources, job listings, and expert advice for remote work opportunities. Offers educational resources highlighting effective strategies for applicants looking to succeed in remote work. | Offers career advice on salaries, resumes, and job interviews for various employment levels. |
| Application Tracking Features | Offers an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to simplify the hiring process, allowing you to accept online applications and manage candidates. | Applicant Tracking System (ATS) allows you to track candidates, manage hiring processes, and streamline recruitment. |
| Mobile App Availability | No mobile app available. | Has a mobile app available for both Android and iOS, allowing you to search for jobs, manage your profile and resume, apply quickly, and receive notifications. |
| Alert Customization Options | Details on the level of customization for job alerts are not available. | You can set up job alerts to receive notifications about new job postings that match your criteria. |
| Direct Application Submission | Each job listing contains a link that directs you to the hiring company's page, making it easy to apply directly with that company. | The platform supports direct applications, allowing you to apply to jobs with just a few clicks. |
| User Interface and Ease of Navigation | Provides a streamlined and user-friendly platform. The interface is simple to navigate. | Known for its intuitive user interface. |
| Customer Support Channels | Some users have reported slow response times from customer service. | You can contact customer support by phone at 1-800-891-8880, available Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM EST. |
| Customer Support Response Time | Slow response times reported by some users | Not available |