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iCIMS vs SAP SuccessFactors

iCIMS logo

iCIMS

Recruitment

Talent cloud for transformative hiring

From
$14500/year
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
SAP SuccessFactors logo

SAP SuccessFactors

Recruitment

Human experience management

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: iCIMS difficult customer support requiring escalation for resolution; SAP SuccessFactors complex configuration and customization required
  • They diverge on capability: iCIMS covers Applicant Tracking, SAP SuccessFactors covers Core HR.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which iCIMS and SAP SuccessFactors actually diverge.

Attributes where iCIMS and SAP SuccessFactors differ
AttributeiCIMSSAP SuccessFactors
Starting price$14500/yearOn request
Pricing modelUnknownquote
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidWeb, Cloud
Founded19992001

Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Recruitment).

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
  • LinkedIn
  • Indeed

Only in SAP SuccessFactors

  • Core HR
  • Payroll
  • Talent Management
  • Learning
  • Recruiting
  • Performance
  • Succession Planning
  • SAP ERP

Both cover

  • Analytics
  • Workday
  • 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 SAP SuccessFactors
  • High volume hiring in retail, hospitality and healthcarenot SAP SuccessFactors
  • Candidate relationship management and automated campaignsnot SAP SuccessFactors
  • Career site and employer branding managementnot SAP SuccessFactors
  • Employee onboarding after offer acceptancenot SAP SuccessFactors

SAP SuccessFactors

No use cases recorded yet. See the SAP SuccessFactors review.

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

SAP SuccessFactors

  • Complex configuration and customization required
  • Steep pricing for enterprise implementations
  • Implementation requires extensive project timelines

Pricing, plan by plan

iCIMS

$14500/year

No published plan breakdown. See the iCIMS review.

SAP SuccessFactors

On request
  • SuccessFactors HXM$undefined/month
    • Core HR
    • Payroll
    • Talent Management

Which should you pick?

Choose iCIMS if

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

Choose SAP SuccessFactors if

  • You need core hr.
  • You work on Web, Cloud.
  • You also want payroll.
SAP SuccessFactors review

Questions people ask

Is iCIMS or SAP SuccessFactors better?
Neither clearly leads. iCIMS starts at $14500/year and SAP SuccessFactors at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, iCIMS or SAP SuccessFactors?
iCIMS starts at $14500/year and SAP SuccessFactors at On request.
Does iCIMS or SAP SuccessFactors run on more platforms?
iCIMS runs on Web, Ios, Android. SAP SuccessFactors runs on Web, Cloud.
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 SAP SuccessFactors is typically brought in for.
What can iCIMS do that SAP SuccessFactors cannot?
iCIMS covers Applicant Tracking, CRM, Career Sites, Text Recruiting. SAP SuccessFactors covers Core HR, Payroll, Talent Management, Learning. Both handle Analytics, Workday, Microsoft 365, Web 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.

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SAP SuccessFactors: What is SAP SuccessFactors used for?

SAP SuccessFactors is a cloud-based HCM solution for talent management, recruitment, learning, and onboarding. It helps organizations manage employee data, recruiting workflows, performance management, learning programs, and succession planning.

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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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SAP SuccessFactors: Can SAP SuccessFactors integrate with other systems?

Yes. SAP SuccessFactors can integrate with SAP HCM S/4HANA, other SAP ERP systems, and third-party HRIS, background check providers, and sourcing tools through APIs and integration adapters.

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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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