Workable review (2026): features, pros and cons, and what to check before you buy
Recruiting platform with published monthly prices by company-size tier and AI credit packs for sourcing and screening.
Our take for buyers
Workable suits small and mid-size teams that want a published price and a 15 day trial, and teams that want video interviews, texting and assessments bundled into higher tiers. G2 shows 4.5 from 686 reviews, with reviewers praising an intuitive interface and quick setup. It spans 1 to 1000 plus employees, priced by tier. Both belong on the trial checklist.
Two buying cautions stand out. SSO appears under advanced features on all three plans, but you should confirm plan detail before signing. And heavy AI sourcing users should look closely at the credit model, since credits are sold in bundles, expire after a year and are non-refundable. SCIM, audit logs and a DPA are not published.
Pros
- Intuitive, user-friendly interface.
- Quick to set up.
Cons
- Not confirmed from review text in this research.
- Best for
- Small and mid-size teams that want a published price and a 15-day trial.
- Starting price
- $299/mo (Standard, monthly billing)
- G2 rating
- 4.5 (686 reviews)
What is Workable?
Recruiting platform with published monthly prices by company-size tier and AI credit packs for sourcing and screening. Small and mid-size companies that want a published price can start at $299 a month on monthly billing and test with the 15-day trial. Look closely at credit-based AI screening, which uses one credit per candidate, and at which tier bundles video interviews and texting. Workable was founded in 2012 and is based in Boston, US (founded in Athens).
Category: Applicant Tracking Systems
Workable key features
| Criterion | What we found |
|---|---|
| Resume parsing and screening | AI screening credits: 1 credit per candidate screened; 3,000 free credits on paid accounts. |
| Pricing model and real cost | Flat price by company-size tier, plus AI credits and add-ons. |
| Target company size | 1 to 1000+ employees, priced by tier. |
Workable plans and pricing
| Plan | Price | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $299/mo or $3,588/yr | company-size tier (1-20 up to 1000+ employees) | Monthly or annual billing; annual saves 20% per vendor |
| Premier | $599/mo or $7,188/yr | company-size tier | Annual billing; texting, video interviews, assessments, referrals, performance included |
| Enterprise | $719/mo or $8,628/yr | company-size tier | Annual billing |
Prices shown are for the entry tier displayed on the page; page lists tiers 1-20, 21-50, 51-100, 101-200, 201-400, 401-600, 601-800, 801-1000 and 1000+ employees. 15-day trial without card, excludes Workable Agent.
Who should shortlist Workable
A strong fit for
- Small and mid-size teams that want a published price and a 15-day trial.
- Teams that want video interviews, texting and assessments bundled in higher tiers.
A weak fit for
- Teams that need SSO plan detail confirmed before buying.
- Heavy AI-sourcing users who dislike credit-based add-ons.
Workable alternatives
Breezy HRVery small teams that can live with one active job on the free plan.
JazzHRSmall businesses that want a published annual price.
RecruiteeGrowing companies wanting a collaborative ATS with SSO available as an add-on.
TeamtailorEmployer-branding focused hiring teams that want unlimited users.
Zoho RecruitSmall teams and agencies that want a per-recruiter price with a free one-job plan.
AshbyStartups up to 100 employees wanting one published monthly price.
Security, admin and compliance
Workable lists ISO 27001, ISO 27017, SOC 2 Type II and SOC 3. The SOC 2 Type II report is available only through an account manager. SSO is listed under advanced features for all three plans, but SCIM, audit logs, data residency and a DPA are not published, and neither are support terms or renewal terms beyond AI credits expiring after one year. Ask for each in writing.
- SAML SSO
- Listed under advanced features for all three plans (pricing page)
- Certifications
- ISO 27001, ISO 27017, SOC 2 Type II, SOC 3.
Contract and buying terms
- Contract
- Standard can be billed monthly; Premier and Enterprise annual.
- Starting price
- $299/mo (Standard, monthly billing)
- Pricing model
- Flat (by employee-count tier)
- Free plan or trial
- Free trial.
What to test in a Workable demo or trial
Use the 15 day trial to run a real requisition from posting to hire. Check the speed of setup and the interface with the recruiters who will use it daily. Test AI screening, which uses one credit per candidate screened, and estimate how many credits your volume would burn against the 3,000 free credits on paid accounts. Note the trial excludes Workable Agent, so ask for a demo of it. Check which add-ons you would need on Standard.
Questions to ask Workable before you sign
These are the points Workable's public pages leave open. Get the answers in writing before procurement signs off.
- Is SCIM provisioning included, or a paid add-on?
- Which plan includes audit logs, and how long are they kept?
- Where is our data stored, and can we choose the region?
- Can we sign your standard DPA without changes?
- What will the price be at renewal, and is the increase capped?
Things to know before a demo
- Price depends on employee-count tier, not seats; the same plan costs more as the company grows.
- Standard add-ons: Texting+ $89/mo, Video interviews+ $109/mo, Assessments+ $59/mo, Performance & Engagement+ $39/mo; these are included on Premier and Enterprise.
- AI credit bundles: 5,000 for $600, 10,000 for $1,000, 50,000 for $4,750; credits expire after 1 year and are non-refundable.
- SOC 2 Type II report is available only through an account manager.
- Founded in Athens in 2012; HQ moved to Boston.
Workable FAQ
What is Workable used for?
Small and mid-size companies that want a published price can start at $299 a month on monthly billing and test with the 15-day trial. Look closely at credit-based AI screening, which uses one credit per candidate, and at which tier bundles video interviews and texting. It suits small and mid-size teams that want a published price and a 15-day trial.
Does Workable support SSO?
SSO is listed under advanced features for all three plans on the pricing page. Confirm the details with the vendor before buying.
Where can I get Workable's SOC 2 report?
The SOC 2 Type II report is available only through an account manager. The vendor also lists ISO 27001, ISO 27017 and SOC 3.
Who is Workable best for?
Small and mid-size teams that want published pricing, a 15 day trial, and video interviews, texting and assessments in higher tiers.
Vendor profile
- Founded
- 2012.
- Headquarters
- Boston, US (founded in Athens)
- Employees
- About 280-300 (company timeline and job listing)
- Funding or owner
- About $84-86M raised in total; $50M round led by Zouk Capital in 2018.
Sources
Every fact on this page comes from Workable's own pricing, product or documentation pages, G2 and company records, checked on October 24, 2026. Unknown values are left out instead of estimated.