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iCIMS vs Breezy HR

iCIMS logo

iCIMS

Software

Talent cloud for transformative hiring

From
$14500/year
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Breezy HR logo

Breezy HR

Software

End-to-end recruiting software

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Breezy HR has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: iCIMS difficult customer support requiring escalation for resolution; Breezy HR the free Bootstrap plan allows one active position or candidate pool at a time
  • They diverge on capability: iCIMS covers CRM, Breezy HR covers Visual Pipeline.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which iCIMS and Breezy HR actually diverge.

Attributes where iCIMS and Breezy HR differ
AttributeiCIMSBreezy HR
Starting price$14500/yearFree
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierNoYes
Founded19992014

Identical on both: 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 iCIMS

  • CRM
  • Career Sites
  • Text Recruiting
  • Video Interviewing
  • AI Matching
  • Analytics
  • Workday
  • SAP

Only in Breezy HR

  • Visual Pipeline
  • Video Interviews
  • Automated Scheduling
  • Assessments
  • Career Site
  • Slack
  • Google Workspace
  • Zapier

Both cover

  • Applicant Tracking
  • LinkedIn
  • Indeed
  • Microsoft 365
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

iCIMS

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

Breezy HR

  • Applicant tracking for small and mid-sized teamsnot iCIMS
  • Posting to job boards and managing a candidate pipelinenot iCIMS
  • Structured interviews with scorecards and guidesnot iCIMS
  • Background screening and reference checking through integrationsnot iCIMS
  • Employee referral programmesnot iCIMS

Where each one falls short

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

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

Breezy HR

  • The free Bootstrap plan allows one active position or candidate pool at a time
  • Unlimited positions, EEOC reporting and video interviews all require Startup at $157 a month
  • Scorecards, interview guides and e-signatures need Growth at $273 a month
  • HRIS integrations, offer management and custom roles are Business tier at $439 a month
  • API access and advanced reporting are only on Custom Pro, which is quote-based

Pricing, plan by plan

iCIMS

$14500/year

No published plan breakdown. See the iCIMS review.

Breezy HR

Free
  • BootstrapFree
    • 1 Position
    • Basic Features
    • Candidate Management
  • Startup$189/month
    • Unlimited Positions
    • Video Interviews
    • Assessments

Which should you pick?

Choose iCIMS if

  • You need crm.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want career sites.
iCIMS review

Choose Breezy HR if

  • You need visual pipeline.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want video interviews.
Breezy HR review

Questions people ask

Is iCIMS or Breezy HR better?
Neither clearly leads. iCIMS starts at $14500/year and Breezy HR at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, iCIMS or Breezy HR?
Breezy HR has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $14500/year for iCIMS and Free for Breezy HR.
Does iCIMS or Breezy HR run on more platforms?
Both run on Web, Ios, Android, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use Breezy HR for free?
Yes. Breezy HR has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. iCIMS starts at $14500/year.
What is iCIMS best used for?
iCIMS is most often used for enterprise applicant tracking with configurable hiring workflows, high volume hiring in retail, hospitality and healthcare, candidate relationship management and automated campaigns, career site and employer branding management. Of those, enterprise applicant tracking with configurable hiring workflows and high volume hiring in retail, hospitality and healthcare are not what Breezy HR is typically brought in for.
What can iCIMS do that Breezy HR cannot?
iCIMS covers CRM, Career Sites, Text Recruiting, Video Interviewing. Breezy HR covers Visual Pipeline, Video Interviews, Automated Scheduling, Assessments. Both handle Applicant Tracking, LinkedIn, Indeed, Microsoft 365.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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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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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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