Both ZipRecruiter and Glassdoor offer valuable features for job seekers and employers. ZipRecruiter stands out for its user-friendly interface, applicant tracking features, and customer support. Glassdoor excels in employer branding tools and integration capabilities. The choice between the two depends on specific needs and priorities, with ZipRecruiter being a better option for those prioritizing ease of use and applicant tracking, and Glassdoor being more suitable for companies focused on employer branding and integration with other platforms.
| Attribute | ZipRecruiter | Glassdoor |
|---|---|---|
| Job board diversity | Connects diverse candidates with companies dedicated to diversity hiring, distributes job postings to various job boards. | Allows users to filter company ratings by gender, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, and more. |
| Salary estimation accuracy | Gathers salary data from various sources, but accuracy can be affected by data quality and source diversity. | Based on self-reported data and AI algorithms; not guaranteed to be accurate. Accuracy varies based on company size, location, and job level. Pay ranges in job listing descriptions are accurate roughly two-thirds (67%) of the time. Actual salaries reported by employees skew toward the lower half of the advertised range. Salary data is more accurate for larger companies and less accurate for senior positions. Displays a median salary when there are three or more submissions for a role. If there are one or two reports, a salary range is shown instead. |
| Company review quality | Often reviewed positively for its user-friendly interface and quality of job listings. | Has guidelines for employer reviews to keep them authentic. Uses technology, algorithms, and human moderation to identify fraudulent content. Each member can post one review per company per year. Encourages users to flag suspected abusers. You can filter reviews by keyword, job function, job type, language, and rating. |
| Application tracking features | Provides applicant tracking features that streamline the hiring process, allowing employers to track applicants, review resumes, filter candidates, and communicate with potential hires. | Not available |
| Ease of use (UI/UX) | Interface is easy to navigate, streamlining the recruitment process. Offers a one-click application option. | The Glassdoor app allows you to search jobs, company reviews, and salaries. |
| Mobile app functionality | Mobile app allows access to all of ZipRecruiter's features from a mobile device. Job seekers can receive push notifications and job alert emails. | Allows you to search for jobs, company reviews, and salaries. You can create and manage job alerts via the app. You can adjust email and push notifications in the app. |
| Job alert customization | Job alerts algorithm learns from resume and search activity. Customizable based on search activity, keywords, or a combination of both. | You can create job alerts and choose the frequency (daily or weekly). You can toggle on/off notifications for job recommendations, job applications, application updates, and personalized interview preparation. |
| Resume upload and parsing | Job seekers can upload their resume and build a profile. The platform also has an AI recruiter to help candidates find opportunities. | Allows you to upload and manage resumes. |
| Employer branding tools | Helps business owners and hiring managers increase the quality and quantity of candidates they reach. | Provides tools to manage your employer brand. You can showcase your company's mission statement and culture. You can respond to employee reviews. You can customize your Glassdoor profile to include information on your culture, EVP, work environment, and open roles. |
| Customer support responsiveness | Has a Help Center with documentation, and you can contact them via phone or live chat, which is available 24/7. | Not available |
| Pricing plans and value | Pricing is based on a subscription model, with different tiers offering various features. Offers a free 4-day trial. | Offers a free plan for employers. Also offers premium packages, but pricing is vague and requires contacting the sales department. Pricing starting around $7,500/year for 15 job postings (from 2015). Another source mentions a quote of $15,000 annually for 21-50 job ads/month. |
| Integration with other platforms | Can integrate with other HR software and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). | Integrates with various ATS and HR platforms like BambooHR, Bullhorn, iCIMS, and Workable. It also integrates with tools like Salesforce, HubSpot, and Google Drive. |
| Price | Subscription model, plans range from $299 to $1,569 per month, with customizable options. Offers a free 4-day trial. | Pricing for premium plans is not transparent and requires contacting sales. |
| Ratings | Often reviewed positively. | Overall rating: Not available, Performance rating: Not available |