Manatal vs Bullhorn

The short answer

Both pair applicant tracking with a recruitment CRM for agencies. Manatal Professional is $15 per user a month on yearly plans and $19 on monthly plans. Bullhorn Starter is $99 and Core $165 per user a month for small agencies; Pro and Max are quoted.

By LeadChange Research TeamUpdated Oct 30, 2026Based on 9 sources, facts checked Oct 30, 2026

Manatal

Best for: Small recruiting teams that want a low per-user entry price

Choose Manatal if

You want the lower price: Professional is $15 per user a month on yearly plans.
You want a 14-day free trial before you buy.
You source from 10+ platforms with a Chrome extension.
You track candidate consent for GDPR, CCPA and PDPA.

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Bullhorn

Not scored in Recruiting Software13 of 25 facts verified

Best for: Staffing and recruitment agencies of any size

Choose Bullhorn if

You place contractors and need time, expense and onboarding modules.
You want 300+ pre-integrated partners.
You want live expert support on every tier.
You want staffing-specific AI search and match.

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LeadChange Score: editorial assessment based on public information.

Scorecard

Manatal wins 0Bullhorn wins 12 ties

Manatal vs Bullhorn by dimension
Dimension	Manatal	Bullhorn
IntegrationsBullhorn lists 300+ pre-integrated partners and a REST API. Manatal connects with job boards, Zapier and n8n and offers an API and webhooks. 3001	5 documented	300 native
SecurityBoth state SOC 2 and GDPR. Yes2	SOC 2, GDPR	SOC 2, GDPR
Fit and supportManatal offers live chat 24/5 and email. Bullhorn offers live expert support on every tier. Live chat 24/5, Email support, Phone support and dedicated account manager (Custom Plan), In-app training3	Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises	Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises

Key differences

Where Manatal and Bullhorn differ (2)
Attribute	Manatal	Bullhorn
Free trial	4	5
Support channels	Live chat 24/5, Email support, Phone support and dedicated account manager (Custom Plan), In-app training3	Live expert support on every tier, Dedicated account manager (Pro)5

Show 7 attributes where they are the same

Where they are the same (7)
Attribute	Manatal	Bullhorn
Pricing model	Per user6	Per user5
Price transparency	Partly published6	Partly published5
Best for	Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises6	Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises7
Deployment	Cloud2	Cloud7
Open API	6	8
SOC 2 Type II	2	9
GDPR program	4	9

Analysis by dimension

Pricing. Manatal Professional is $15 per user a month on yearly plans, Enterprise $35 and Enterprise Plus $55. Bullhorn Starter is $99 and Core $165 per user a month; Pro and Max are quoted.

Integrations. Bullhorn lists 300+ pre-integrated partners and a REST API. Manatal connects with job boards, Zapier and n8n and offers an API and webhooks.

Security. Both state SOC 2 and GDPR.

Fit and support. Manatal offers live chat 24/5 and email. Bullhorn offers live expert support on every tier.

Neither one?

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Zoho Recruit has the highest LeadChange Score in Recruiting Software after excluding these two (9.0/10).

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Frequently asked questions

Is Manatal cheaper than Bullhorn?

Yes, on published prices. Manatal Professional is $15 per user a month on yearly plans, $19 monthly. Bullhorn Starter is $99 per user a month.

Is Manatal a CRM?

Manatal is an applicant tracking system with a recruitment CRM, sourcing and a career page. Bullhorn also combines ATS and CRM for staffing agencies.

Which is better for a staffing agency, Manatal or Bullhorn?

Bullhorn is built for staffing and sells time, expense and onboarding modules. Manatal also names staffing and recruitment agencies, with sourcing included.

Does Manatal or Bullhorn have a free trial?

Manatal offers a 14-day free trial. Bullhorn states it does not offer a free trial.

Do Manatal and Bullhorn have an API?

Both do. Manatal documents an API and webhooks. Bullhorn documents a REST API.

Do Manatal and Bullhorn charge for implementation?

Manatal charges no implementation fee. Bullhorn includes implementation in its small-agency plans.

Who are Manatal’s biggest competitors?

Manatal ranks #2 of 14 in our recruiting software ranking. Besides Bullhorn, the highest-scored are Zoho Recruit, Workable, and JazzHR. Every alternative, matched to the reason you might switch: Manatal alternatives.

How this page was made

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Quotes from the sources

Bullhorn bullhorn.com/marketplace“Bullhorn’s marketplace of 300+ pre-integrated technology partners gives staffing agencies the tools they need to build a unique, future-proof solution.”
Manatal manatal.com/security“Manatal is SOC 2 Type II certified, verified by a top third-party auditor.” “Amazon’s physical infrastructure has been accredited under ISO 27001, SOC 1/SOC 2/SSAE 16/ISAE 3402, PCI Level 1, FISMA Moderate, and Sarbanes-Oxley.”
Manatal manatal.com/features/support“Live chat support for every inquiry with 24 / 5 coverage.”
Manatal manatal.com/features/compliance“Our 14-day free trial allows anyone to explore the platform without commitment” “Manatal features a wide range of tools that support compliance with data privacy laws such as GDPR, CCPA, PDPA, and others.”
Bullhorn bullhorn.com/small-agency-software/pricing“Bullhorn does not currently offer a free trial.” “Live expert support is included in every tier.”
Manatal manatal.com/pricing“$15/per user per month” “Custom Plan For custom integrations”
Bullhorn bullhorn.com/products/applicant-tracking-crm“Bullhorn is the ATS and CRM built for staffing agencies of any size, from solo recruiters to the world’s largest firms.” “Yes, Bullhorn ATS & CRM is a fully cloud-based applicant tracking system for recruiters”
Bullhorn bullhorn.github.io/rest-api-docs“This reference guide provides general information about the Bullhorn REST API and specific information about each API operation and supported entity type.”
Bullhorn bullhorn.com/gdpr-commitment-statement“Bullhorn uses an independent third party to perform annual SOC 1, Type 2 and SOC 2, Type 2 audits that review applicable internal controls and processes.” “Bullhorn is compliant with applicable GDPR and CCPA regulations as a data processor”