Bullhorn
The global leader in staffing software.
What is Bullhorn?
Bullhorn is the industry-standard ATS and CRM for staffing and recruiting agencies. Its purpose-built workflows for contract staffing, timesheets, and back-office make it the default at large staffing firms. A strong integration ecosystem and marketplace of staffing-specific add-ons differentiate it from generic ATS platforms built for in-house recruiting.
What are Bullhorn's key features?
Purpose-built for staffing and contract recruiting
Timesheet, payroll, and back-office integrations
Bullhorn Marketplace with 150+ staffing-specific add-ons
Candidate and client CRM in one platform
REST API for custom integrations
How do staffing agencies use Bullhorn?
- Running contract and temp staffing workflows
- Managing candidate and client relationships in one CRM
- Integrating with VMS and payroll systems
Who is Bullhorn best for?
What are Bullhorn's pros and cons?
Pros
- Industry-standard for staffing agencies
- Deep workflows for contract and temp staffing
- Large marketplace of staffing-specific add-ons
Cons
- UX dated compared to newer alternatives like Ashby
- Expensive at enterprise scale
- Less fit for in-house corporate recruiting
How does Bullhorn compare to alternatives?
| Feature | Bullhorn | Greenhouse | Ashby | Gem |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | ATS and CRM | ATS and CRM | ATS and CRM | Sourcing |
| Pricing | Paid | Paid | Paid | Paid |
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| Best for | Staffing agencies | Mid-market structured hiring | Fast-growing startups | In-house sourcing teams |
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