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HiBob vs iCIMS

HiBob logo

HiBob

Software

Modern HR for modern businesses

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
iCIMS logo

iCIMS

Software

Talent cloud for transformative hiring

From
$14500/year
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: HiBob pricing not publicly displayed; requires contacting sales for custom quote; iCIMS difficult customer support requiring escalation for resolution
  • They diverge on capability: HiBob covers Core HR, iCIMS covers Applicant Tracking.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which HiBob and iCIMS actually diverge.

Attributes where HiBob and iCIMS differ
AttributeHiBobiCIMS
Starting priceOn request$14500/year
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Founded20151999

Identical on both: free tier (No), platforms (Web, iOS, Android), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

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 HiBob

  • Core HR
  • Onboarding
  • Time Off Management
  • Performance Management
  • Compensation
  • People Analytics
  • Engagement
  • Slack

Only in iCIMS

  • Applicant Tracking
  • CRM
  • Career Sites
  • Text Recruiting
  • Video Interviewing
  • AI Matching
  • Analytics
  • LinkedIn

Both cover

  • Workday
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

HiBob

  • Core HR system of record with automated workflowsnot iCIMS
  • Performance management, learning and skills trackingnot iCIMS
  • US and UK payroll, benefits and time trackingnot iCIMS
  • Workforce planning and compensation review cyclesnot iCIMS
  • Employee self-service for a distributed workforcenot iCIMS

iCIMS

  • Enterprise applicant tracking with configurable hiring workflowsnot HiBob
  • High volume hiring in retail, hospitality and healthcarenot HiBob
  • Candidate relationship management and automated campaignsnot HiBob
  • Career site and employer branding managementnot HiBob
  • Employee onboarding after offer acceptancenot HiBob

Where each one falls short

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

HiBob

  • Pricing not publicly displayed; requires contacting sales for custom quote
  • Limited payroll functionality compared to dedicated payroll platforms
  • Smaller integration ecosystem compared to larger HR platforms

iCIMS

  • Difficult customer support requiring escalation for resolution
  • Complex and dated user interface compared to modern cloud recruiting tools
  • CRM, ATS, and Text engagement systems do not sync well and require separate logins
  • Custom reporting is difficult to create without IT expertise

Pricing, plan by plan

HiBob

On request
  • Bob$undefined/month
    • Core HR
    • Onboarding
    • Time Off

iCIMS

$14500/year

No published plan breakdown. See the iCIMS review.

Which should you pick?

Choose HiBob if

  • You need core hr.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want onboarding.
HiBob review

Choose iCIMS if

  • You need applicant tracking.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want crm.
iCIMS review

Questions people ask

Is HiBob or iCIMS better?
Neither clearly leads. HiBob starts at On request and iCIMS at $14500/year, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, HiBob or iCIMS?
HiBob starts at On request and iCIMS at $14500/year.
Does HiBob or iCIMS run on more platforms?
HiBob runs on Web, iOS, Android. iCIMS runs on Web, Ios, Android.
What is HiBob best used for?
HiBob is most often used for core hr system of record with automated workflows, performance management, learning and skills tracking, us and uk payroll, benefits and time tracking, workforce planning and compensation review cycles. Of those, core hr system of record with automated workflows and performance management, learning and skills tracking are not what iCIMS is typically brought in for.
What can HiBob do that iCIMS cannot?
HiBob covers Core HR, Onboarding, Time Off Management, Performance Management. iCIMS covers Applicant Tracking, CRM, Career Sites, Text Recruiting. Both handle Workday, Web support, Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

HiBob: What modules does HiBob include?

HiBob includes Core HR, Time & Attendance, Performance & Goals, Compensation Management, Global Operations, and Analytics modules that can be selected based on organizational needs.

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iCIMS: How much does iCIMS cost?

iCIMS pricing varies from $14,500 to $635,000 annually depending on organization size and modules. Mid-market companies typically pay $15,000-$35,000 annually, with larger enterprises exceeding $100,000 plus implementation fees.

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HiBob: How is HiBob pricing calculated?

HiBob pricing is customized based on company size (1-49, 50-199, 200-999, or 1,000+ employees) and the specific modules selected. Pricing is on a per-employee basis.

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iCIMS: What companies use iCIMS?

iCIMS serves more than 4,400 companies across 200 countries, including a quarter of Fortune 500 companies, particularly in retail, healthcare, manufacturing, and finance sectors.

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HiBob: Does HiBob offer a mobile app?

Yes, HiBob includes mobile app access as part of all plans, allowing employees to manage their HR tasks on the go.

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iCIMS: Does iCIMS integrate with other HR systems?

Yes, iCIMS connects with more than 800 partner technologies including job boards, background check services, HR systems, and social platforms.

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iCIMS: How long does iCIMS implementation take?

iCIMS implementation is typically lengthy and complex, with setup time varying based on workflow complexity, integrations, and organizational requirements. The process requires professional services and can involve extended ramp-up periods for configuration and training.

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