HR & Recruiting · head to head
HiBob vs Linearity Curve
Linearity Curve
Design Tools
Professional vector design for Mac and iPad
- From
- Free
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Only Linearity Curve has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: HiBob pricing not publicly displayed; requires contacting sales for custom quote; Linearity Curve limited to Apple ecosystem (Mac, iPad, iPhone) with no Windows or Linux support
- They diverge on capability: HiBob covers Core HR, Linearity Curve covers Vector editing.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which HiBob and Linearity Curve actually diverge.
| Attribute | HiBob | Linearity Curve |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | On request | Free |
| Pricing model | subscription | Unknown |
| Free tier | No | Yes |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Mac, Ios |
| Category | HR & Recruiting | Design Tools |
| Founded | 2015 | 2017 |
Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated).
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 Linearity Curve
- Vector editing
- Auto Trace
- Typography tools
- Pen tool
- iCloud sync
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Sketch
- Figma
Both cover
- Ios 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 Linearity Curve
- Performance management, learning and skills trackingnot Linearity Curve
- US and UK payroll, benefits and time trackingnot Linearity Curve
- Workforce planning and compensation review cyclesnot Linearity Curve
- Employee self-service for a distributed workforcenot Linearity Curve
Linearity Curve
- Vector illustrationnot HiBob
- Logo designnot HiBob
- UI designnot HiBob
- Print designnot 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
Linearity Curve
- Limited to Apple ecosystem (Mac, iPad, iPhone) with no Windows or Linux support
- Requires annual or monthly subscription for commercial use, unlike competitors offering lifetime purchase options
- Free plan is severely limited to only 3 Curve files and 5GB storage
Pricing, plan by plan
HiBob
On request- Bob$undefined/month
- Core HR
- Onboarding
- Time Off
Linearity Curve
Free- StarterFree
- 50 lifetime credits
- 3 Curve files
- 5GB storage
- Pro$11.99/month
- 250 monthly credits
- Unlimited files
- 100GB storage
- Business$65/month
- 500 monthly credits
- 500GB storage
- Brand management
Which should you pick?
Choose Linearity Curve if
- You need vector editing.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Mac, Ios.
- You also want auto trace.
Questions people ask
- Is HiBob or Linearity Curve better?
- Neither clearly leads. HiBob starts at On request and Linearity Curve at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, HiBob or Linearity Curve?
- Linearity Curve has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for HiBob and Free for Linearity Curve.
- Does HiBob or Linearity Curve run on more platforms?
- HiBob runs on Web, iOS, Android. Linearity Curve runs on Mac, Ios.
- Can I use Linearity Curve for free?
- Yes. Linearity Curve has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. HiBob starts at On request.
- 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 Linearity Curve is typically brought in for.
- What can HiBob do that Linearity Curve cannot?
- HiBob covers Core HR, Onboarding, Time Off Management, Performance Management. Linearity Curve covers Vector editing, Auto Trace, Typography tools, Pen tool. Both handle Ios 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.
SourceLinearity Curve: Does Linearity Curve have a free plan?
Yes, Linearity offers a free Starter plan with 50 lifetime credits, 1 basic brand kit, and 5GB cloud storage. No credit card is required to access the free tier.
SourceHiBob: 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.
SourceLinearity Curve: Can I use Linearity Curve on multiple devices?
Yes, Linearity Curve is available on Mac, iPad, and iPhone, with real-time collaboration allowing teams to see changes instantly across devices.
SourceHiBob: 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.
SourceLinearity Curve: What file formats can I export from Linearity Curve?
Linearity Curve supports exporting to industry-standard formats including .ai, SVG, PDF, PNG, JPG, and TIFF, making it compatible with other design tools.
SourceLinearity Curve: Does Linearity Curve have AI-powered vectorization?
Yes, Linearity Curve includes an Auto Trace feature with three modes (Sketch, Photography, Illustration) that uses AI to instantly vectorize images into editable paths. It also includes AI-powered background removal.
SourceRelated pages
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