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HR & Recruiting

Greenhouse vs Lever

Which hr & recruiting tool is right for you? Compare features, pricing, and user reviews to make the best choice.

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Greenhouse

4.42,200 reviews

Mid-market to enterprise teams that want a structured, scalable hiring process with strong integrations, standardized interviewing, and robust reporting/controls.

Starting at Custom quote
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Lever

4.0100 reviews

Mid-market to enterprise teams that want an ATS combined with CRM-style sourcing and nurturing, and that run collaborative, structured interview processes across multiple stakeholders.

Starting at Custom quote

Side-by-Side Comparison

FeatureGreenhouseLever
PricingCustom quoteCustom quote
G2 Rating4.4 (2,200 reviews)4.0 (100 reviews)
Capterra Rating4.54.0
Best ForMid-market to enterprise teams that want a structured, scalable hiring process with strong integrations, standardized interviewing, and robust reporting/controls.Mid-market to enterprise teams that want an ATS combined with CRM-style sourcing and nurturing, and that run collaborative, structured interview processes across multiple stakeholders.

Pros & Cons

Greenhouse

Pros

  • + Strong structured-hiring tooling (scorecards, interview kits, consistent evaluation)
  • + Large integrations ecosystem and solid API for connecting HR/recruiting stack
  • + Configurable workflows/permissions suitable for complex orgs
  • + Good reporting foundations for pipeline and hiring process visibility

Cons

  • Pricing is quote-based and can be expensive for smaller teams
  • Configuration and ongoing admin work can be significant without a dedicated owner
  • Some users report reporting/analytics and customization needs may require workarounds or add-ons

Lever

Pros

  • + Strong ATS + CRM combination for managing both active applicants and long-term talent pools
  • + Collaboration and structured interviewing tools help standardize evaluation and reduce bias
  • + Flexible workflows and pipeline configuration for different roles and departments
  • + Robust integrations ecosystem (HRIS, background checks, scheduling, email/calendar, etc.)

Cons

  • No transparent public pricing; requires sales engagement and can be costly for smaller teams
  • Implementation and workflow customization may require admin time and change management
  • Advanced reporting and customization needs may depend on plan level and add-ons