LinkedIn Recruiter Reviews

“Account managers provide excellent guidance!

Pros

Working with the account managers has been awesome. They know their stuff and helped me find exactly the right candidates. My team was searching for Executive Chefs and General Managers which isn't easy but it helped me narrow down people by past jobs, restaurants and even cuisine. Learning it was quick and I still find it simple to keep up with.

Cons

The recruiter seats are the most expensive feature and since everyone on the team needs one to collaborate, it wasn't really in our budget for all users.

“Powerful tool for recruiting

Pros

Using this tool really changed how I hire. The features it gives, plus support during setup, made a big difference. I can do high-level recruiting and find tons of qualified candidates using filters I haven't seen in other platforms.

Cons

I think the tool could improve how it handles 'cold' outreach. Many candidates with the 'Open to Work' status are actually inactive profiles, so responses can be limited. Messaging also depends on your LinkedIn payment plan which can be restrictive.

“Effective filters and CRM integration

Pros

I like how the filters work to narrow down candidate searches. The recommendations it gives actually match what I'm looking for. Integration with our CRM is handy since I can see who already applied and what happened with them. I can send mass emails but still make them personal which is nice. Going through lots of people is fast and I can organize candidates into different categories like 'Future Prospect' or 'Do not contact.' Getting messages when someone becomes available for work is super helpful too.

Cons

I've noticed that LinkedIn has fewer users than Seek, so the candidate pool can be narrower. The AI-generated emails can feel obtrusive and I prefer sending my own messages. You have to be careful to make sure it's your message and that it goes to everyone intended, mistakes can happen if you're in a rush.

“Cost and feature limitations

Pros

It fits really naturally into my workflow. Managing candidate pipelines, making projects and leaving notes makes team work much easier. Moving candidates between projects is simple and connecting to job postings or other tools just works. I also notice candidates reply more here than cold emails, probably because InMails feel more legit.

Cons

For me, the main drawbacks are the cost and limitations. InMail credits run out quickly and accessing the full talent pool is expensive for smaller companies. For the price, the outreach and search restrictions feel too limiting.

“Simple job browsing

Pros

Great tool!! I can easily find specific job offers, create opportunities and it just makes browsing for positions really simple.

Cons

The app is easy to use but I think the structure could be better. Sometimes it feels a bit confusing and some features require payment.

“Exclusive access to candidates

Pros

Honestly, I have access to candidates I wouldn't find anywhere else. Being able to message them directly and confidentially is a big plus.

Cons

At times, the platform feels clunky and slow. I don't find the AI tool very useful yet. The InMail system is helpful for reaching people I need but finding messages isn't very smooth.

“Comprehensive candidate management

Pros

I get the best access to both active and passive candidates, organize them through projects, link everything with ATS for job ads and get market insights too.

Cons

It's an expensive tool for me and while it gives access to a huge pool of candidates, scheduling can be tricky and InMail creation is sometimes limited.

“Great tool but disappointing customer support

Pros

It is basically a must if you're serious about finding hard-to-get candidates. In tech, it's like a goldmine. I find it pretty easy to work with once you get used to it.

Cons

Customer support has been disappointing for me. After a serious data breach where my account was accessed and hundreds of messages were sent, the Trust and Safety team didn't resolve the issue properly.

“Flexible candidate search

Pros

Searching is flexible and customizable. It even suggests new ideas based on what I'm looking for. I can use the fields they give or make my own Boolean search. I've been using this since 2019 and it keeps getting better with each update.

Cons

I rarely get good results using the AI feature for searching different profiles, so it hasn't been very helpful for me.

“Connects with global professional network

Pros

This tool is the most popular professional network worldwide and through it I've been able to connect with people and explore new job opportunities, both offering and receiving them.

Cons

Integrations with niche or customized systems have required extra setup and technical support for me. Depending on how complex existing systems are, getting everything configured initially can take a while.

“Powerful sourcing for high-quality candidates

Pros

It really helps our team find qualified candidates and feels pretty powerful for sourcing high-quality people.

Cons

Sometimes I've noticed that it has a steeper learning curve compared to other HR software. It took me some time to fully understand all the features and how the interface works.

“Responsive and friendly support team

Pros

Finding applicants was simple for me and using the platform never felt complicated.

Cons

While ticket resolution could be faster, I've found the support team very responsive and willing to help. Everyone I've worked with has been friendly, cooperative and eager to assist whenever I needed.

“User friendly UI

Pros

This platform is amazing for me to reach candidates who are usually hard to find.

Cons

I feel the UI could be more user-friendly and I'd appreciate more detailed documentation for some of the features.

“Opportunities to connect across industries

Pros

There are so many opportunities for me to connect with people across different industries which makes it really useful.

Cons

The software is amazing, though I've experienced crashes while using it. Instructions can be a bit lacking but overall it's a great tool, especially for beginners.

“Extensive network reach and usability

Pros

I like how far the reach goes across networks, it's definitely a platform most people know and use.

Cons

Everything works almost perfectly for me, though I had a little trouble understanding the 9-box grid. Other than that, it is great.

“Great software but occasional crashes

Pros

We use this tool to look for candidates who might be interested in new roles and fit our open positions well.

Cons

Overall, I think the software is great. My only issue has been how often it crashes during use.

“Personal connection with candidates

Pros

Being able to interact directly with candidates makes my experience feel more personal and helps build a professional connection.

Cons

Recruiter seats are really expensive for me. Since everyone on the team needs one to collaborate, it wasn't feasible for our budget.

“Essential for sourcing candidates

Pros

If a candidate hasn't applied directly, this tool is usually the best way for me to source them. There are tons of filter options, job posting is simple and it's basically the standard tool for recruiting. I honestly don't know how I'd do my job without it.

Cons

I think the tool could improve on 'cold' outreach. Many candidates marked 'Open to Work' are actually inactive which leads to few responses. Messaging also depends on your LinkedIn plan which can be restrictive.

“High-quality applications simplify review

Pros

The system gives us good quality applications from candidates which makes reviewing easier.

Cons

It has fewer users than Seek, so the candidate pool can feel narrower for me. The AI-generated emails can be intrusive and I prefer sending my own messages. You have to be careful that it's your message going to all intended recipients, mistakes happen, especially when I'm in a rush.

“Organized candidate review

Pros

I like that I can review candidates and take notes right in the platform, it keeps everything organized.

Cons

Main drawbacks I've noticed are cost and limitations. InMail credits run out quickly and accessing the full talent pool is very expensive for smaller companies. The restrictions on outreach and search feel limiting for the price.

“Direct messaging speeds up searches

Pros

Great tool for my team!! Direct messaging projects for candidates makes recruiting searches so much faster and easier.

Cons

The app is easy to use but I think the structure could be better. Sometimes it feels a bit confusing and some features require extra payment.

“Essential tool for reaching professionals

Pros

For me it's an essential tool for reaching professionals in the job market.

Cons

At times, it feels clunky and slow. The AI tool isn't very useful yet. The InMail system helps reach people I need but finding messages isn't very simple.

“Smart and easy-to-use platform

Pros

This tool is really smart and easy to use. We use it in our recruitment process and it's a great addition to everything else we rely on.

Cons

It's an expensive tool for my business. Scheduling can be tricky and creating InMails is sometimes limited.

“Access to diverse companies

Pros

I appreciate the number of companies and vacancies available across different segments, it really opens up possibilities.

Cons

Customer support has been really poor for me. After a serious data breach where someone accessed my account and sent hundreds of messages, the Trust and Safety team didn't fix the issue properly.

“Customizable tool for searches

Pros

Honestly I can customize searches, share them with other recruiters, send instant messages, refine searches and even add keywords. Seeing endorsements and recommendations for candidates is also really helpful.

Cons

I rarely get good results using the AI feature when searching for different profiles, so it hasn't been very helpful in my experience.

“Open to Work' feature is ineffective

Pros

I like the idea behind the 'Open to Work' feature but honestly, it feels kind of useless most of the time.

Cons

The 'Open to Work' feature hasn't been very effective for me. Most people forget it's turned on or aren't really looking for a job. Out of 26 candidates I reached out to, only 4 responded and all said they weren't interested. My messages were professional and the role was competitive and appealing. On top of that, the system keeps giving me results from nearby cities instead of just my location, so I kept getting candidates from New York while I'm in New Jersey. There's no way to refine the results and the automated search emails don't filter by location either which keeps sending me irrelevant candidates.

“efficient for finding top candidates

Pros

As a recruiter I find it really effective for finding the best candidates for my roles. Most of the people I reach out to respond super fast which makes things easier.

Cons

Honestly I haven't noticed much to complain about, it's pretty easy and shows basically everything you need.

“Effective for professional hunting

Pros

This tool is great for me to hunt professionals efficiently.

Cons

The interface could be a bit more practical for me.

“simple pipeline management

Pros

Managing pipelines and categorizing candidates is simple and the search features with filters give me a good range to work with.

Cons

InMail limits and connection request caps are a bit restrictive in my experience.

“Huge candidate filtering options

Pros

For me the platform has a huge reach and a lot of options to filter candidates which makes finding the right people easier.

Cons

So far I haven't discovered any significant drawbacks.

“convenient customizable searches

Pros

I like the customizable search options for finding candidates and it's really convenient to see who's already in our ATS system.

Cons

The AI option is interesting though I've noticed it slows things down a bit. I do expect it to get faster in the coming months.

“Large audience simplifies talent search

Pros

There's such a large audience here that now searching for top talent feels easy for me.

Cons

At this time I haven't found any cons with the tool.

“easy candidate setup

Pros

Finding candidates and setting up interviews is easy and it really makes my whole process smoother.

Cons

Everything has worked well for me so far I don't really have complaints.

“Connects with professional candidates

Pros

I liked that it connected me with professional candidates who fit what I was looking for.

Cons

I feel this tool is more expensive compared to competitors.

“expensive tool!!

Pros

To be honest there isn't much I love about it. Even though it has more search features than a standard search, I can often get the same results with a free Boolean search on Google.

Cons

The cost feels outrageous to me. They provide a search base that's only slightly different from the standard but the fees are very high. Pricing varies for each customer and I've found the benefits they promote can be misleading. Plus, over 70% of the 'Open to Work' candidates weren't even aware the status was active on their profiles.

“positive job search experience

Pros

I had a really good experience with this software. It's one of the main programs to find a job and I was able to build a good relationship with recruiters from the start without running into any issues.

Cons

I haven't really encountered anything I disliked, it worked well for me and I haven't noticed any major issues.

“integrates with extensive data

Pros

It's nice for me that it integrates with access to large amounts of data.

Cons

Use is limited for those who don't want to reveal their emails which can be frustrating for me.

“Lots of search filters and InMail access

Pros

I like the high number of search filters and the ability to see who's open to work. Receiving InMail messages also helps me reach potential candidates faster.

Cons

So far I haven't had any issues with this tool.

“weak customer support and licensing issues

Pros

There are so many ways to filter potential candidates and it's easy to learn. I liked being able to create templates and automations to work faster and more efficiently.

Cons

Customer support has been weak for me. After a 6-month trial that went well, we tried to start with a license but it only worked within a full enterprise solution. That required buying job slots and impressions that didn't give results, yet they insisted we couldn't use the tool alone. The annual price was around �25,000. Even exporting our templates became impossible because we were no longer paying customers, despite having already paid �10,000 for the trial period.

“Familiar and easy-to-navigate platform

Pros

Using this tool feels simple because I'm already familiar with it so navigating around is easy.

Cons

There hasn't been anything I didn't like about this tool for my use.

“different candidate pool but low-quality matches

Pros

It gives us access to a different pool of candidates than our other job boards.

Cons

A lot of the candidates I get aren't qualified or are looking for remote work so I don't often pull high-quality matches.

“Best tool for candidate sourcing but high cost

Pros

It's honestly the best tool I've used for finding candidates, nothing else really comes close. I really like the filters, InMail feature and the alerts that show me where candidates are in the pipeline.

Cons

This tool feels quite pricey for me, especially as a startup or small business. Customer service hasn't been great either.

“reasonable job posting pricing

Pros

The pricing for posting jobs feels reasonable compared to other platforms I've tried.

Cons

I haven't really found anything to dislike, it works well for me.

“simple profile management

Pros

Finding each job application and keeping my profile organized is really simple and doesn't take much effort.

Cons

The software seemed to freeze occasionally while I was using it.

“Effective candidate suggestions save time

Pros

Looking for the right candidates works really well and it even suggests similar profiles which saves me time.

Cons

Okay so... I wish there were more industries to choose from when searching for candidates.

“advanced search filters

Pros

The advanced search filters are super handy. I can narrow down candidates by location, industry, skills, or experience, making it easier to find exactly who I need. Plus, it has such a huge talent pool worldwide, so there's always someone to reach out to.

Cons

The cost is pretty high for my business, particularly for small companies or startups with limited budgets. It can feel unbalanced compared to the value provided.

“Slow customer support

Pros

I like how many candidates this tool gives me access to, there's just so much to choose from.

Cons

I got a message saying I couldn't send mass InMails for two weeks because my response rate was below 13%. When I checked, my actual rate was 17.2%. I reached out to customer service but nothing has been done to fix it yet.

“helpful for both recruiters and candidates

Pros

This tool helps both candidates and recruiters a lot. I like that it makes finding the right employees way easier.

Cons

There are so many users on this platform that it can be a bit hard for me to find the most relevant employees.

“Convenient job assignment

Pros

Having jobs to assign and source from is really convenient for me. InMail doesn't limit words and the templates make messaging candidates quick and easy.

Cons

Monthly InMails are very limited. It's expensive and we're still restricted on how many people we can reach.

“efficient job posting but priceyy

Pros

It's simple to use and the way job postings are displayed along with a strong search engine makes things efficient for me.

Cons

The price can be high which makes it difficult for small businesses to justify, at least in my experience.