ApplicantStack Reviews

Pros

The user-friendly layout of ApplicantStack, which facilitates a quicker and more effective hiring process, is one of my favorite features. Time is saved greatly by having the option to automate repetitive processes and modify workflows. Furthermore, the integrated communication tools facilitate communication between recruiting teams and candidates, increasing teamwork. Robust reporting options enable comprehensive insights into the hiring process, supporting data-driven decision-making.

Cons

The fact that some of the pre-built templates have few modification choices makes it difficult to completely customize the system to meet unique demands, which is one feature of ApplicantStack that I liked least. Furthermore, even though the reporting tool is powerful, there is occasionally a learning curve associated with it, making it difficult to fully employ. It could also be more seamless for certain users to integrate with other HR systems, as data synchronization between platforms occasionally necessitates extra effort.

Pros

I really appreciate the program's cost effectiveness and how useful ApplicantStack is for small to mid-sized companies

Cons

I didn't like the fact that ApplicantStack doesn't have a reference check program or a vendor partner (like Harver). It would also be nice if client support contact information was listed on the main screen after login. Finally, I wish we could reset applicants' passwords to the system ourselves.

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Pros

Easy to send onboarding and view applicants.

Cons

The process to move the applicant from Interview to hire for onboarding. Also, if i have to manually put someone in to issue onboarding. The way onboarding is viewed on the applicants end with medical questionnaire confuses them often. So does the direct deposit form. Sometimes the applicants do not roll over to the Wellsky and there is no clear reason why.

Pros

It is easy to use. Very adaptable to different situations. We love the program because even when people are not good with electronic applications, we can provide a paper one and upload it and still use the ATS system. It is also VERY cost effective!

Cons

I can't really think of anything at the moment. It seems to do everything we need it to do.

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Pros

Applicant stack keeps our employment ads active and reposted on multiple job boards. The follow up email and texting features with our designated "Myla" has worked wonders for our applicant flow.

Cons

Duplicate applicant entries in our AxisCare system. But I will gladly take that over no applicants at all!

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Pros

Easy access and always receives immediate feedback or responses when we have questions regarding the application. We love how you can change the status for the applicant, so we are all aware of where they are during the hiring/deactivation process.

Cons

How it says the next step in the process, on the home page, instead of the process they are currently in.

Pros

Easy to use, customize, and organize your resumes/applicants.

Cons

It probably will be the duplicated profiles for the same applicant.

Pros

The ability to post to multiple sites with one job listing at an affordable rate.

Cons

Learning to utilize the platform with no guidance from Applicant Stack representative.

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Pros

What I love about ApplicantStack is it enables me to easily track the status of new, pending, and old applications/resumes. It streamlines the entire communication process with our team by the notes section and assigning stages. And the automation of rejection emails saves us thousands of hours along with increasing awareness with our applicants, as just because they weren't the right fit for one position they very well may be for others. It has made the hiring process, interviewing, and pre-screening so efficient that even the candidates are impressed when they call back to schedule an interview after we left a voicemail, and within seconds we have all of their information and resume at our tips. It makes us look like the professionals we are.

Cons

The only constructive criticism I have is so minor, if there was a way to select and possibly there is a large group of people to send all rejection letters out for the same time for the same position without having to do so manually, but this feature may already be in place I just don't know about it.

Pros

The customizable URL's you can create for positions to send to Internal Recruiters and Recruiting partners was an extremely useful feature. It allowed us to easily track and associate candidates with sources.

Also did enjoy the customizable reporting.

Cons

The fact that the only way to associate replicated candidates who were applying or submitted was via email address. Would be good if there were other filters we could set to see for candidate replication, upon applying or submission.

Would like if they had some sort of graphical report (and customizable). The reports are able to be exported and then can be used to create a graphical report, but would be nice if there was a way for ApplicantStack to have a Tool integrated for this.

Pros

Seamless Integration: Connects effortlessly with job boards like Indeed, Google Jobs, and Glassdoor.
Time-Saving: Streamlines job posting and candidate management, saving significant time.
Consistent Communication: Templates ensure all candidates receive timely updates.
Effective Candidate Screening: Screening questions and scoring help quickly identify top candidates.
User-Friendly: Easy to navigate for both HR professionals and candidates.
Text Communication: Allows for professional communication with candidates without using personal devices.
Great Customer Support: Responsive and helpful tech support.

Cons

Setup Complexity: Customization options can make initial setup time-consuming.
Potential Learning Curve: Trial and error may be needed to configure the system to meet specific needs.

Pros

The ability to add my own forms and pull in repetitive data like name, address, etc. The onboarding process is seamless.

Cons

It is not a full HRM solution. I wish it would intergrade with, Oracle Cloud, Peoplesoft, Workday, Success Factors, ADP Workforce Now, Namely, etc..

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Pros

Keeps an employee's info and documents in one place.

Cons

With multiple profiles you can't see what the other profile is doing so we end up just using one sign-in. It's useless to me to have two sections of hiring and onboarding.

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Pros

Ease of use, ease of set up. Low cost, high value system

Cons

Not the greatest for reports. Also resume parsing is not the best

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Pros

The application for candidates to apply is very user friendly

Cons

Having to pay separate fees to utilize certain job boards

Pros

Customization and control over the workflow. I also really appreciate the e-sign features and integration with other softwares and systems.

Cons

I would have appreciated another set up/onboarding meeting when getting started, but the system isn't too complicated, and we self-served ultimately.

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Pros

It was pretty easy to move applicants from one part of the application process to the next.

Cons

You couldn't just mark someone as hired unless they did the new hire portion through it as well. We had an entirely different process for new hire paperwork and it just made it a huge mess after awhile. Also didn't like that there wasn't an option to text/email directly from the system, it would make it much easier to keep track of those if there were an all in one sort of thing.

Pros

easy to add new applicants and resumes. It allows me to set up and add new jobs as needed.

Cons

The information does not always update in the system or the system cannot read the resume.

Pros

The system is easy to use, easy to navigate and the managers think it really easy to view candidates. It truly is the easiest system I have ever used.

Cons

Nothing/It was easy to implement and easy to use

Pros

The flexibility is key for our company.

Cons

The learning curve but it’s understandable considering it was new for us.

Pros

Very easy to navigate and use. Easy to move through multiple applicants and schedule appointments and set reminders.

Cons

Can sometimes get a little crowded but very easy to clean up.

Pros

I like that it allows me to store old applications. It lets me go back and review applicants when i am ready to hire.

Cons

Haven't found anything i don't like. It has everything we need as a small business.

Pros

great way to track hiring process - keeping track of who applies and when and if the applicant isn't a fit keeps it documented

Cons

nothing great platform - keeps everything organized

Pros

The reps spent time walking me through the system and that's where it ended.

Cons

The fact that no one addressed my concerns that my jobs didn't seem to be live. I cancelled and asked for a refund, but don't recall any follow up. They seem very unresponsive and indifferent to their customers.

Pros

Applicantstack is a very good tool for recruiting

Cons

Applicantstack is a wry good tool to use for recruitment. Ive been using it for over 5yrs and its been great