Switching from Workable to PontaHR?
- Flat pricing, no "employee tax" that grows with your team
- AI features included, not $79-99/month add-ons
- Modern interface built for SMBs, not enterprise complexity
How PontaHR compares to Workable
Workable charges based on your employee headcount — even if you're only hiring for one role. Add-ons for texting, video interviews, and assessments pile on fast. PontaHR gives you everything for one flat price.
What you get with PontaHR
Everything you need to hire better, faster – without the complexity of legacy platforms.
Full ATS with custom pipelines
Manage candidates from application to offer with flexible pipelines that adapt to your hiring process.
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Hire faster with AI-powered features
Candidate summaries, smart scheduling, and upcoming AI agents that handle recruiting tasks for you.
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Email and scheduling built right in
Communicate with candidates and schedule interviews without juggling third-party tools.
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Customizable workflows
Adapt the system to your process, not the other way around. No rigid templates or forced workflows.
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Transparent pricing
No hidden fees, no surprise add-ons, no annual lock-in. Simple pricing that makes sense.
Modern tech stack
Fast, reliable, and mobile-friendly. Built with modern infrastructure, not decade-old code.
What does Workable really cost?
Workable's pricing looks simple until you realize it scales with your employee count — and essential features like texting and video interviews cost extra.
| Platform | Workable |
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|---|---|---|
| Comparable plan | Standard at $299/month (1-20 employees) | €149/month (Grow plan) |
| For 50 employees | $500+/month | €149/month |
| For 100 employees | $800+/month | €149/month |
| Job listings | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Users | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| AI features | Basic included, advanced in Premier | Included |
| Data migration | Not included | Included, free |
| Typical monthly cost | $299-537/month (20 employees with add-ons) to $800+/month (100 employees) | €149/month |
| With PontaHR, you save $100-600+ per month, with AI features included. | ||
Workable pricing based on publicly available information as of January 2026. Prices scale by employee count and add-ons. PontaHR pricing based on yearly plans.
"Transitioning to PontaHR for our applicant tracking needs has been nothing but joy. Its user-friendly interface has made the hiring process a breeze for our team. Every team member loves it and what truly sets PontaHR apart is their exceptional customer service."
"PontaHR has a design as sharp as a dive bar neon sign. We've snugly fit it into our daily hiring process, tweaking it in just moments. Collaboration is as easy as pie, and hats off to their product team; the hiring pipeline is as spotless as your Sunday best!"
"PontaHR has been a game-changer for our HR processes. It's beautiful, easy-to-use, and we've customized it to fit our company culture perfectly. Being able to loop in our entire team has made collaboration a breeze. I can't imagine going back to the old ways."
Ready to see PontaHR in action?
Book a 15-minute demo and see how PontaHR makes hiring faster, simpler, and more enjoyable for your team.
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Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about switching from Workable to PontaHR.
How long does it take to migrate from Workable?
Most teams are fully migrated within 24-48 hours. Free data migration is included with every plan — we'll transfer your candidates, job listings, and hiring history so you don't lose anything. No IT involvement required.
Will my team need training to use PontaHR?
No. PontaHR is designed to be intuitive from day one. Most teams are up and running the same day, without a training call. If you ever need help, our support team is available via Intercom chat with fast response times.
What's included in the €149/month Grow plan?
Everything. Unlimited users, unlimited job listings, unlimited candidates, AI-powered features, email and scheduling, visual reporting, and priority support. No hidden fees, no surprise add-ons, no annual lock-in.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. PontaHR is month-to-month with no annual contracts required. You can cancel anytime with no penalties. We believe you should stay because you love the product, not because you're locked in.
How is PontaHR different from Workable?
Workable charges based on your employee count — a 100-person company pays ~$800/month even if they're only filling one role. Essential features like texting ($79/mo), video interviews ($99/mo), and assessments ($59/mo) are add-ons. Many users also report limited customization and basic reporting. PontaHR gives you everything for €149/month flat: modern design, AI features included, unlimited users, and no headcount tax. Simple, flat pricing, all features, cancel anytime.