Software · head to head
iCIMS vs Factorial
The short version
- Only Factorial has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: iCIMS difficult customer support requiring escalation for resolution; Factorial beyond a $8 per user per month starting price the pricing page publishes no plan tiers and no rate card, directing buyers to request a tailored quote
- They diverge on capability: iCIMS covers Applicant Tracking, Factorial covers HR Management.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which iCIMS and Factorial actually diverge.
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
- Applicant Tracking
- CRM
- Career Sites
- Text Recruiting
- Video Interviewing
- AI Matching
- Analytics
Only in Factorial
- HR Management
- Time Off
- Time Tracking
- Documents
- Payroll
- Performance
- Recruiting
- Shift Management
Both cover
- 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 Factorial
- High volume hiring in retail, hospitality and healthcarenot Factorial
- Candidate relationship management and automated campaignsnot Factorial
- Career site and employer branding managementnot Factorial
- Employee onboarding after offer acceptancenot Factorial
Factorial
- Managing employee records, onboarding and offboardingnot iCIMS
- Tracking time off, attendance and shiftsnot iCIMS
- Running recruitment and performance reviews alongside HR datanot 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
Factorial
- Beyond a $8 per user per month starting price the pricing page publishes no plan tiers and no rate card, directing buyers to request a tailored quote
- Time management, talent management, finance and IT management are sold as separate modules rather than included in the base product
Pricing, plan by plan
iCIMS
$14500/yearNo published plan breakdown. See the iCIMS review.
Factorial
Free- FreeFree
- Basic HR
- Time Off
- Documents
- Business$5/month
- All Free features
- Payroll
- Performance
Which should you pick?
Choose iCIMS if
- You need applicant tracking.
- You work on Web, Ios, Android.
- You also want crm.
Choose Factorial if
- You need hr management.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Ios, Android.
- You also want time off.
Questions people ask
- Is iCIMS or Factorial better?
- Neither clearly leads. iCIMS starts at $14500/year and Factorial at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, iCIMS or Factorial?
- Factorial has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $14500/year for iCIMS and Free for Factorial.
- Does iCIMS or Factorial run on more platforms?
- Both run on Web, Ios, Android, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
- Can I use Factorial for free?
- Yes. Factorial 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 Factorial is typically brought in for.
- What can iCIMS do that Factorial cannot?
- iCIMS covers Applicant Tracking, CRM, Career Sites, Text Recruiting. Factorial covers HR Management, Time Off, Time Tracking, Documents. Both handle Microsoft 365, Web support, Ios support, Android support.
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.
SourceiCIMS: 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.
SourceiCIMS: 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.
SourceiCIMS: 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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