Arku vs JobAdder
Arku or JobAdder for in-house hiring
JobAdder is built for recruitment agencies. Arku is built for small teams hiring for themselves. Here's how they differ.
We've written this comparison to be fair. Every fact about the other product links to their own pages, with the date we checked.
Side by side
| Topic | Arku | JobAdder |
|---|---|---|
| Built for | Small businesses, trades, charities and churches hiring for their own team. | Recruitment agencies of every size, with a Business plan for in-house teams. |
| Pricing model | Per organisation, with unlimited users on every plan. Prices are published on our pricing page. | Quote-based. Plans are grouped by number of users (Lite 1 to 5, Essential 6 to 20, Pro 21 and more). |
| Free plan | Yes. One open job, free for as long as you like. | None listed on their pricing page. |
| AI | Drafting job ads and messages on Pro. Arku never ranks, scores or matches candidates. | Adder Intelligence features on Essential and above, and AI and skill matching to find candidates who match open roles. |
| Hiring managers | Unlimited users, plus scoring links for people without an account. | Each user counts towards your plan's user range. |
| Data location | All data stored in the United Kingdom (London). | Check with JobAdder for your region. |
Facts about JobAdder checked on from their public pages. Prices and features change, so check with them before you decide.
When JobAdder is the better choice
If you run a recruitment agency, place candidates with clients, or need agency features such as client management and placements, JobAdder is built for that and Arku is not.
Questions
Is Arku a JobAdder alternative?
For in-house hiring, yes. Arku is for teams hiring for themselves. It doesn't have agency features such as client and placement management.
Does Arku charge per user?
No. Every Arku plan includes unlimited users. You pay per organisation.
Can I try Arku before paying?
Yes. One open job is free for as long as you like, with no card needed.