Software · head to head
SAP SuccessFactors vs Ashby
The short version
- Each has a real cost: SAP SuccessFactors complex configuration and customization required; Ashby no native iOS or Android mobile app; only mobile web access with limited functionality
- They diverge on capability: SAP SuccessFactors covers Core HR, Ashby covers Applicant Tracking.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which SAP SuccessFactors and Ashby actually diverge.
| Attribute | SAP SuccessFactors | Ashby |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | On request | $400/month |
| Pricing model | quote | Unknown |
| Platforms | Web, Cloud | Web |
| Founded | 2001 | 2018 |
Identical on both: free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in SAP SuccessFactors
- Core HR
- Payroll
- Talent Management
- Learning
- Recruiting
- Performance
- Succession Planning
- SAP ERP
Only in Ashby
- Applicant Tracking
- CRM
- Scheduling
- Sourcing
- Offer Management
- Reporting
- Slack
Both cover
- Analytics
- Microsoft 365
- Web support
- Ios support
- Android support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
SAP SuccessFactors
No use cases recorded yet. See the SAP SuccessFactors review.
Ashby
- End to end applicant tracking for startups through to enterprisenot SAP SuccessFactors
- Sourcing and candidate relationship managementnot SAP SuccessFactors
- Interview scheduling and coordinationnot SAP SuccessFactors
- Recruiting analytics, including as a standalone module alongside an existing ATSnot SAP SuccessFactors
- Structured hiring and consistent candidate assessmentnot SAP SuccessFactors
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
SAP SuccessFactors
- Complex configuration and customization required
- Steep pricing for enterprise implementations
- Implementation requires extensive project timelines
Ashby
- No native iOS or Android mobile app; only mobile web access with limited functionality
- Email lookup quotas and limited bulk actions for high-volume sourcing workflows
- Advanced workflow branching and custom fields system are less flexible than competitors
Pricing, plan by plan
SAP SuccessFactors
On request- SuccessFactors HXM$undefined/month
- Core HR
- Payroll
- Talent Management
Ashby
$400/month- Foundations$400/month
- Core ATS
- Scheduling
- Basic reporting
Which should you pick?
Choose SAP SuccessFactors if
- You need core hr.
- You work on Web, Cloud.
- You also want payroll.
Questions people ask
- Is SAP SuccessFactors or Ashby better?
- Neither clearly leads. SAP SuccessFactors starts at On request and Ashby at $400/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, SAP SuccessFactors or Ashby?
- SAP SuccessFactors starts at On request and Ashby at $400/month.
- Does SAP SuccessFactors or Ashby run on more platforms?
- SAP SuccessFactors runs on Web, Cloud. Ashby runs on Web.
- What can SAP SuccessFactors do that Ashby cannot?
- SAP SuccessFactors covers Core HR, Payroll, Talent Management, Learning. Ashby covers Applicant Tracking, CRM, Scheduling, Sourcing. Both handle Analytics, Microsoft 365, Web support, Ios support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
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.
SourceAshby: What integrations does Ashby support?
Ashby integrates with Slack for recruiting notifications, Zapier for automation with 9,000+ apps, and has an open API for custom workflows. It also supports 250+ marketplace integrations.
SourceSAP 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.
SourceAshby: Does Ashby have a mobile app?
Ashby does not have native iOS or Android apps. The platform is cloud-based accessible via mobile web, but mobile functionality is limited compared to desktop.
SourceAshby: What is the minimum price for Ashby?
The Foundations plan starts at $400 per month for companies up to 100 employees. Plus and Enterprise plans are custom quoted based on company size.
SourceAshby: Can Ashby create and update jobs across multiple job boards?
Yes, Ashby integrates with job boards and allows you to manage candidate pipeline, scheduling, and analytics in one platform.
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