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Try Shortlist Free — 5 Candidates in 48 Hours →| Tool | Startup Pricing | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Shortlist | Free pilot / from $49/mo | Best for startups — no recruiter needed, affordable pricing, and SDR-specific AI screening |
| LinkedIn Recruiter Lite | $140/mo | More affordable than full Recruiter but still requires manual sourcing and outreach |
| Indeed | Free + pay-per-click | Low cost but high volume of unqualified applicants; time-intensive to filter |
| Greenhouse | From $6,500/yr | Robust ATS but expensive for startups and does not include sourcing capabilities |
| Recruiting Agency | 15–25% of salary | Too expensive for seed/Series A startups; typical fee is $15K-$25K per SDR hire |
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