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Ashby vs Deel

Ashby logo

Ashby

Recruitment

All-in-one recruiting software

From
$400/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Deel logo

Deel

Recruitment

Global payroll and compliance made easy

From
$14/month per worker
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Ashby no native iOS or Android mobile app; only mobile web access with limited functionality; Deel contractor management starts at $49 per contractor per month, so cost scales linearly with every person engaged
  • They diverge on capability: Ashby covers Applicant Tracking, Deel covers Global Payroll.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Ashby and Deel actually diverge.

Attributes where Ashby and Deel differ
AttributeAshbyDeel
Starting price$400/month$14/month per worker
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
PlatformsWebWeb, Ios, Android
Founded20182019

Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Recruitment).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Ashby

  • Applicant Tracking
  • CRM
  • Scheduling
  • Analytics
  • Sourcing
  • Offer Management
  • Reporting
  • LinkedIn

Only in Deel

  • Global Payroll
  • EOR Services
  • Contractor Management
  • Compliance
  • Benefits Administration
  • Immigration Support
  • BambooHR
  • Greenhouse

Both cover

  • Slack
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Ashby

  • End to end applicant tracking for startups through to enterprisenot Deel
  • Sourcing and candidate relationship managementnot Deel
  • Interview scheduling and coordinationnot Deel
  • Recruiting analytics, including as a standalone module alongside an existing ATSnot Deel
  • Structured hiring and consistent candidate assessmentnot Deel

Deel

  • Hiring and paying contractors across multiple countriesnot Ashby
  • Employing staff abroad without opening a local entitynot Ashby

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Ashby

  • No native iOS or Android mobile app; only mobile web access with limited functionality
  • Email lookup quotas and limited bulk actions for high-volume sourcing workflows
  • Advanced workflow branching and custom fields system are less flexible than competitors

Deel

  • Contractor management starts at $49 per contractor per month, so cost scales linearly with every person engaged
  • Employer of Record starts at $599 per employee per month
  • Contractor of Record is $325 per contractor per month, far above plain contractor management
  • US PEO starts at $125 per employee per month
  • Payroll and HR support are not sold standalone and are bundled inside the EOR and PEO per person prices

Pricing, plan by plan

Ashby

$400/month
  • Foundations$400/month
    • Core ATS
    • Scheduling
    • Basic reporting

Deel

$14/month per worker
  • Find Talent (ATS & Talent)$14/month per worker
    • Job posting
    • AI-powered screening
    • Interview scheduling
  • Hire Contractors (Standard)$49/month per contractor
    • Centralized contractor management
    • Multi-currency payments
    • Automated invoicing
  • Hire Contractors (Contractor of Record)$325/month per contractor
    • All Standard contractor features
    • Enhanced compliance and liability coverage
    • Contractor of Record benefits
  • Hire Full-Time Employees (US PEO)$125/month per employee
    • US payroll processing
    • Tax filings
    • Benefits (healthcare, dental, vision, mental health, fertility, 401k)

Which should you pick?

Choose Ashby if

  • You need applicant tracking.
  • You also want crm.
Ashby review

Choose Deel if

  • You need global payroll.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want eor services.
Deel review

Questions people ask

Is Ashby or Deel better?
Neither clearly leads. Ashby starts at $400/month and Deel at $14/month per worker, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Ashby or Deel?
Ashby starts at $400/month and Deel at $14/month per worker.
Does Ashby or Deel run on more platforms?
Ashby runs on Web. Deel runs on Web, Ios, Android.
What is Ashby best used for?
Ashby is most often used for end to end applicant tracking for startups through to enterprise, sourcing and candidate relationship management, interview scheduling and coordination, recruiting analytics, including as a standalone module alongside an existing ats. Of those, end to end applicant tracking for startups through to enterprise and sourcing and candidate relationship management are not what Deel is typically brought in for.
What can Ashby do that Deel cannot?
Ashby covers Applicant Tracking, CRM, Scheduling, Analytics. Deel covers Global Payroll, EOR Services, Contractor Management, Compliance. Both handle Slack, Web support, Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Ashby: What integrations does Ashby support?

Ashby integrates with Slack for recruiting notifications, Zapier for automation with 9,000+ apps, and has an open API for custom workflows. It also supports 250+ marketplace integrations.

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Deel: What is the lowest Deel pricing tier?

Deel Find Talent (ATS & Talent) starts at $14 per worker per month and includes job posting, AI-powered screening, interview scheduling, candidate management, and integrations.

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Ashby: Does Ashby have a mobile app?

Ashby does not have native iOS or Android apps. The platform is cloud-based accessible via mobile web, but mobile functionality is limited compared to desktop.

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Deel: How much does Deel charge for contractors?

Deel Hire Contractors costs $49 per contractor per month for standard management or $325 per contractor per month for Contractor of Record services. Both plans include multi-currency payments, automated invoicing, and compliance guidance. No long-term commitments are required.

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Ashby: What is the minimum price for Ashby?

The Foundations plan starts at $400 per month for companies up to 100 employees. Plus and Enterprise plans are custom quoted based on company size.

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Deel: What is the difference between Deel US PEO and Global EOR pricing?

Deel US PEO costs $125 per employee per month for US-based hiring, while Global EOR costs $599 per employee per month for hiring in 100+ countries. Global EOR includes comprehensive benefits, local tax filings, and HR/legal support across different jurisdictions.

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Ashby: Can Ashby create and update jobs across multiple job boards?

Yes, Ashby integrates with job boards and allows you to manage candidate pipeline, scheduling, and analytics in one platform.

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Deel: Are there discounts for long-term Deel contracts?

Deel offers month-to-month billing with no long-term commitments required and the ability to scale teams up or down as needed. A current promotional offer provides 3 months complimentary platform fees for qualifying 2+ year PEO contracts signed July-December 2026.

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