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iCIMS vs RingCentral Video

iCIMS logo

iCIMS

Recruitment

Talent cloud for transformative hiring

From
$14500/year
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
RingCentral Video logo

RingCentral Video

Communication

Connected cloud communications

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only RingCentral Video has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: iCIMS difficult customer support requiring escalation for resolution; RingCentral Video unlimited calling is limited to the US and Canada markets; other international calls are charged per minute at the published international rates table
  • They diverge on capability: iCIMS covers Applicant Tracking, RingCentral Video covers HD video conferencing.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which iCIMS and RingCentral Video actually diverge.

Attributes where iCIMS and RingCentral Video differ
AttributeiCIMSRingCentral Video
Starting price$14500/yearFree
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidWeb, Windows, Macos, Ios, Android
CategoryRecruitmentCommunication

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), founded (1999).

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
  • LinkedIn

Only in RingCentral Video

  • HD video conferencing
  • Voice and video calling
  • Screen sharing
  • Virtual backgrounds
  • Recording and transcription
  • Chat and messaging
  • Calendar integration
  • Meeting attendee controls

Both cover

  • Microsoft 365

What people use each for

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

iCIMS

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

RingCentral Video

  • Cloud business phone system with video meetings and team messagingnot iCIMS
  • Replacing on-premise PBX hardware for distributed teamsnot 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

RingCentral Video

  • Unlimited calling is limited to the US and Canada markets; other international calls are charged per minute at the published international rates table
  • The free trial is only for new subscribers and is capped at five users and two desktop phones, with SMS unavailable during the trial
  • Trial hardware must be returned within 21 days of trial cancellation to avoid hardware charges
  • Phone rental is available only with a multi-year contract
  • Automated, high volume or marketing SMS costs extra as RingCentral High Volume SMS, and TCR registration is required for SMS and MMS
  • A Mobile User extension is free to add but is billed at the same monthly rate as a Digital Line in any month it is used to make or receive a call
  • The Webinar 500 discount lasts one year on a one year commitment, after which pricing reverts to $75 per host per month or the then current retail price
  • Taxes and recovery fees including the Federal Universal Service Recovery Fee, E911 Service Fee and Compliance and Administrative Cost Recovery Fee are added on top
  • The advertised savings of up to 33% require paying annually

Pricing, plan by plan

iCIMS

$14500/year

No published plan breakdown. See the iCIMS review.

RingCentral Video

Free
  • AI Receptionist$39/month
    • Starts at $39
  • Conversational Intelligence$60/month
    • Starts at $60
  • Call Queues Booster$35/month
    • $35 per month
  • Business SMS Booster$25/month
    • $25 per month

Which should you pick?

Choose iCIMS if

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

Choose RingCentral Video if

  • You need hd video conferencing.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Windows, Macos, Ios, Android.
  • You also want voice and video calling.
RingCentral Video review

Questions people ask

Is iCIMS or RingCentral Video better?
Neither clearly leads. iCIMS starts at $14500/year and RingCentral Video at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, iCIMS or RingCentral Video?
RingCentral Video has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $14500/year for iCIMS and Free for RingCentral Video.
Does iCIMS or RingCentral Video run on more platforms?
iCIMS runs on Web, Ios, Android. RingCentral Video runs on Web, Windows, Macos, Ios, Android.
Can I use RingCentral Video for free?
Yes. RingCentral Video 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 RingCentral Video is typically brought in for.
What can iCIMS do that RingCentral Video cannot?
iCIMS covers Applicant Tracking, CRM, Career Sites, Text Recruiting. RingCentral Video covers HD video conferencing, Voice and video calling, Screen sharing, Virtual backgrounds. Both handle 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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RingCentral Video: How much does RingCentral Video cost?

AI Receptionist starts at $39 per month, Conversational Intelligence starts at $60 per month. Main video plan pricing requires entering your user count on the website for personalized quotes.

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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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RingCentral Video: Does RingCentral offer discounts?

Yes, save up to 33% by paying annually instead of monthly. A 14-day free trial is available for new subscribers with up to 20 phone lines.

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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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