Bullhorn ATS Reviews

“Slow and outdated system performance

Pros

The basics are great. It's super easy to use and I love that I can pull profiles straight from LinkedIn and post a job in just a few clicks. The fact that companies can customize it to fit their branding is a really nice touch.

Cons

That said, it just feels a bit slow and clunky overall. The biggest letdown is the search, it often brings back results that are just plain wrong, which gets frustrating when you're trying to find the right candidate quickly.

“Poor integration and high cost

Pros

Honestly, the only thing I liked was their support, it's great. Everything else about the product just doesn't meet expectations.

Cons

This system feels ancient. They've been losing people to Loxo, which we also switched to and I totally see why. Uploading candidates is painful, nothing integrates smoothly and everything costs extra. Even basic things like email automation and LinkedIn integration don't work properly. There's no AI, no note taking and way too many clicks for simple actions. It's also still one of the most expensive tools out there which really doesn't feel justified.

“Reliable platform

Pros

I've been using this tool for almost a decade and it's been rock great. The workflows are simple, the database is clean and searchable and the customization options are impressive. I like that integrations are simple to set up and some add-ons make the system even better.

Cons

For me some of the outreach tools, like mass emails or bulk messaging, feel old fashioned and lack flexibility.

“Flexible system

Pros

What really stands out to me is how flexible it is. The open APIs give a lot of freedom to customize things exactly the way I need.

Cons

It's not really made for temp recruitment or managing shift work which makes it hard for me to use for that purpose.

“transparent applicant and client tracking

Pros

It's great for tracking both applicants and clients. The transparency and KPI tracking tools make my work so much easier and I love how easily it connects with third party apps.

Cons

I've noticed that the app loads pretty slowly at times and support responses can take longer than I'd like.

“Fast and multitasking friendly crm

Pros

I find it to be an excellent CRM, super fast, smooth and easy to use. Being able to open multiple tabs at once is a lifesaver for multitasking.

Cons

The automatic logout feature can be annoying, it refreshes all the tabs I have open and breaks my flow.

“Simple team visibility

Pros

Talent tracking feels simple. I like that everyone on the team has visibility and can stay on the same page easily.

Cons

It would be great if I could save my progress in certain fields and come back to them later, that feature feels missing.

“Complicated calendar access for users

Pros

It's simple for me to access client details and keep clear records of all interactions. Having everything organized in one place makes client management effortless.

Cons

Accessing my own and my colleagues calendars isn't as easy as it should be.

“limited language support

Pros

Honestly, it's a decent ATS overall, it covers all the basic candidate tracking features I need without unnecessary clutter.

Cons

There's no Japanese integration and I've seen other CRMs offer better pricing with more features.

“Modern interface with strong automation

Pros

For me, it has been a total game changer. The interface is clean and modern, the automation saves hours and it integrates effortlessly with other tools. Their support team is also genuinely helpful and quick to respond.

Cons

Pricing is a bit high, though I do think the value mostly matches. A few small bugs pop up occasionally but nothing major.

“Smooth integration and mobile accessibility

Pros

I like that it integrates with almost all our systems and works great even when I'm on the go.

Cons

This tool feels clunky to me and lacks the level of customization needed for staffing, especially when dealing with varied clients.

“Easy workflow experience

Pros

Everything just flows nicely, for me it's simple and easy to use.

Cons

I didn't find anything I disliked about the platform, it worked fine for me.

“Simple pipeline and job management

Pros

I really appreciate how simple it is to build candidate pipelines, create jobs and track opportunities all in one place.

Cons

I do wish it pulled in candidate headshots (like from LinkedIn) to make identification easier.

“Clunky workflows

Pros

It didn't take me long to get used to it. The interface is clear and beginner friendly.

Cons

Having to enter the same information twice and deal with clunky workflows made it harder for me to be efficient.

“Outdated and tough user experience

Pros

To be honest, in my opinion it feels a bit outdated, nothing really stands out about it.

Cons

Overall, I noticed that it's slow, not very simple and just feels outdated in today's modern software world.

“Smooth navigation for daily recruiting

Pros

Honestly I love how easy it is to sort through everything. Navigation is smooth and it makes daily recruiting tasks simple.

Cons

I mainly dislike how slow it can get, it runs but definitely not smoothly.

“perfect for external recruitment agencies

Pros

It's super easy to use and works perfectly for recruitment agencies like mine, really helps align the entire process.

Cons

Not the best fit for internal recruiting, especially since we're supposed to be the target users for it.

“fast cv parsing & screening process

Pros

I love how quickly it parses CVs and resumes, it saves me so much time during candidate screening.

Cons

I find that it doesn't integrate well with other software which makes importing large amounts of data more time consuming than it should be.

“Broken linkedin integration

Pros

there's not much that stands out for me besides the brand name itself.

Cons

the LinkedIn integration doesn't seem to work at all and our analytics setup wasn't implemented properly by the vendor either.

“Cost effective recruitment tool

Pros

It's simple, cost effective and fits our needs perfectly. I like how easy it is to log candidate interactions, merge profiles and customize the setup. It feels far more professional than standard HRIS tools. Plus, the per user pricing is affordable and their support team is top notch.

Cons

Rolling it out took some effort but I'd say it was worth it. The mobile app however feels too basic and viewing CVs within the system can get clunky depending on the format.

“Efficient HR and recruitment management

Pros

This tool covers both recruitment and HR tasks efficiently for me. Everything runs smoothly and I don't need to put in extra effort to manage processes.

Cons

No real complaints from my side since the product has been pretty reliable overall.

“Great setup with costly integrations

Pros

I really appreciate how it congreatates all candidate data in one place, making searches super quick. The flexibility in customizing workflows and automating repetitive tasks saves a lot of manual work and coordination between recruiters and managers feels effortless.

Cons

For someone who's not super tech savvy, I think this tool can feel a little overwhelming at first. The costs climb quickly as the team grows and troubleshooting integration issues sometimes takes too much back and forth. I wish customer support were more proactive and flexible.

“User friendly interface

Pros

What I like most is how it enhances the candidate experience, the interface is user friendly and tracking key metrics is easy.

Cons

Sometimes I have to wait quite a while for customer service to respond which slows things down.

“Integrated ATS & CRM tracking system

Pros

I find it great that the ATS and CRM are integrated. It's convenient being able to track candidates across multiple clients seamlessly.

Cons

Occasionally setting up email campaigns felt clunky to me, so I ended up switching to other communication channels.

“Easy work hour submission!!

Pros

Entering and submitting work hours is easy and I like how clean the format is. Plus, their support team is genuinely awesome!

Cons

I've had trouble logging into my account a few times which can get annoying when I'm in a rush.

“Multiple job postings across boards

Pros

I like how many different postings I can create and share across multiple job boards at once, it saves a lot of effort.

Cons

Back when I used it, CRM and automation weren't part of the system yet, so I never got to test those features.

“easy to search with clear history

Pros

I find it easy to search for what I need and I like that my previous search history shows clearly on the left side of the screen.

Cons

When I'm searching, it's easier to find people by their last name, I'd really like it if the search worked just as well by first name.

“Good product for larger organizations

Pros

It's an excellent tool for staffing, once I got used to it, I could really customize it to suit my workflow. It's powerful enough for complex needs but still manageable once you learn it.

Cons

Overall, I think it's a great product but for the price, it's only worth it if your business is large enough to fully utilize it.

“smooth integrations with responsive service

Pros

Great tool!! I appreciate that it combines both ATS and CRM features. Drag and drop works smoothly, integrations are easy and customer service is responsive and helpful.

Cons

Although it is great but I feel like it's not very flexible when it comes to customization, some mandatory fields should definitely be editable by users.

“Complete client management package

Pros

I love that it offers such a complete package, job posting, sourcing and client management all in one. It really simplifies recruiting for me.

Cons

Haven't noticed any big issues but I'd appreciate a more creative, modern interface.

“Outdated interface with slow usability

Pros

For me, it's a reliable platform that gets the job done. Reports are easy to pull and once you're used to it, it delivers everything you need consistently.

Cons

To me, it looks a bit outdated and takes some time to get used to, especially compared to more modern tools out there.

“easy for resume collection

Pros

Collecting and analyzing candidate resumes is really simple for me and it makes organizing information so much easier.

Cons

I like how filtering by skills, experience and location works but I really think the integration side still needs improvement.

“Polished design with great value for money

Pros

What I liked most was the great value for money and how clean and well designed the interface looked, it felt super polished and easy to work with.

Cons

At first, I found it a bit complicated to use but after some time, everything started to make sense.

“Good System but Too Many Add-Ons

Pros

It's fairly easy to use and things like job processing work fine. Compared to Vincere, I'd say this one's smoother. The help desk replies pretty fast, though you have to log everything first. Onboarding was fine too, the system has great processes but like any big company, you've got to put in effort yourself. I learned a lot from watching their training videos. After a year, I actually knew more than some of their support staff but to be fair, the team does connect you with senior folks if a problem gets tricky. Overall, it's a decent system from a large company that runs like one.

Cons

I've noticed that while advertising works, adding multiple job listings can get really tedious. Searching for candidates can be frustrating too, sometimes they're in the database but just don't show up. What really bothers me is how often this tool pushes paid "partners" for basic features like messaging or branded CVs. It makes me wonder what exactly we're paying for if the answer to everything is "we have a partner."

“convenient work hour tracking

Pros

I like how easily I can track my work hours and it's convenient that I can call the job line when needed.

Cons

I've been using it for about six months now with my coworkers and honestly, I haven't faced any problems so far.

“Organized crm with strong collaboration tools

Pros

Platform is generally super easy to handle. I like that I can keep multiple tabs open within the CRM, flag notes to teammates and keep everyone in sync about where each candidate stands. Customer support has also been really consistent and helpful.

Cons

Nothing to mention from my side.

“Smooth submission and hiring tracking

Pros

Tracking submissions, interviews and hires is super smooth, for me this tool makes the whole process efficient and clear.

Cons

I think the resume search needs a serious upgrade. Once I use more than one filter, the accuracy drops a lot.

“Unappealing color scheme

Pros

From my experience, it's been simple to use and doesn't take long to get the hang of.

Cons

Personally, I don't like the color scheme, it could definitely use some improvement.

“Feature rich ATS with strong potential

Pros

I use this software a few times a week and I can tell it has serious potential to be the top ATS out there. Its features are diverse and become more effective the longer you work with it.

Cons

Sometimes I have to dig around to find certain features because they're not visible right away on the main dashboard.

“centralized client & candidate management

Pros

It's convenient to have access to all my client and candidate data in one place while managing the entire process.

Cons

It does crash every now and then but I get that it might be because of the heavy data load.

“Complex setup with limited support

Pros

What I love most is that it keeps everything centralized. All candidate info sits in one clean database, making it super easy to search and access. The customization options for different workflows are great and the automation for things like resume screening, scheduling and messaging saves a ton of time. Collaboration between recruiters and hiring managers feels smooth and efficient.

Cons

From my experience, the system can be complex, especially if you don't have much technical experience. It's also pricey for startups since it charges per user and troubleshooting integrations can be tough. Data storage feels limited and customer support could be better.

“Customizable platform

Pros

This tool makes it easy to tweak the platform for my specific needs. Plus, its CRM and reporting features help track key metrics and pull insights about both recruiting and sales. It connects well with tons of other tools, job boards, social media, productivity apps, so it works nicely for teams of all sizes.

Cons

I've found it quite expensive, especially for small businesses. It can be tricky to navigate at first and customer support isn't always as quick or helpful as I'd like. Some integrations also don't function properly which limits flexibility.

“Unified system for sales and applicants

Pros

I find it handy that both sales contacts and applicants are in one system, it saves me from bouncing between different tools.

Cons

When I used it, I noticed it was a bit slow at times.

“Flexible solution

Pros

This tool gives staffing firms a strong mix of modern tech to make hiring and relationship management faster. I like that it's flexible, easy to customize and links with other popular apps which really improves productivity.

Cons

To me, the pricing feels higher than competitors and the setup process can take some effort to get right. It takes time to fully learn and customize it properly.

“Limited training support and reporting issues

Pros

I like how much automation this tool has. It can send follow ups, schedule posts and even post jobs automatically once you set it up. It's way more complete than a lot of other ATS platforms, especially since it integrates with HR tools and background check systems.

Cons

I've had trouble getting training or help on new features. Some bugs appear when moving candidates through the process which slows me down. Reporting and analytics could also use a big boost.

“Smooth performance tracking and analytics

Pros

Using it was smooth, I liked how it tracked performance and KPIs through its analytics so I could easily see if I was following the right process.

Cons

After using Vincere, I think this tool could improve its visuals to make candidate and client stages easier to understand.

“Reliable sourcing for non-it candidates

Pros

Honestly, I really enjoy using this platform, especially for sourcing non-IT candidates. Following up with them is easy and the database is great and reliable.

Cons

Overall, my experience has been excellent. It's a great system for managing candidates, from scheduling interviews to tracking feedback and communication. It works like a reliable database that keeps everything organized.

“Organized profiles for simple workflow

Pros

I appreciate how neatly everything is organized, candidate profiles are updated and stored in one spot which keeps the workflow clean and simple.

Cons

Everything seems to serve its purpose well for my job, no major complaints there.

“Slow performance and high pricing issues

Pros

The interface feels really easy and simple for me to use. I love how smoothly I can track candidates, view their resumes and even add my own notes for each profile, that feature has been super helpful.

Cons

The mobile app could definitely use some improvement, I've also noticed the desktop version runs a bit slow at times. On top of that, it's more expensive than most other CRMs I've considered.

“Expensive for me!!

Pros

I really liked how simple it was to use and how I could quickly create tearsheets to save for later. It made organizing future tasks so much easier.

Cons

For me, it feels quite pricey considering how much I actually use it.