JobScout24

Review:

JobScout24 is a Switzerland-based job board that was designed to seamlessly bridge the gap between employers and job seekers. The feature-rich platform serves as a gateway to an array of traditional features, including email alerts, 31-day job postings, and job ad distribution.

While the platform lacks some advanced functionalities, including CV database access, employers benefits from an intuitive ATS that helps improve communication and organization during the hiring process. Furthermore, JobScout24 offers a free package for small and medium-sized businesses that are on a budget.

Pros:

• JobScout24 offers a free plan that includes a 31-day job ad and access to applicant management tools.
• The website claims to receive more than one million monthly visits, making it an attractive option for local employers.
• The platform includes an ATS where employers can track applicants and communicate with candidates.
• Job ads are distributed to jobs.ch and jobwinner to increase exposure and assure efficient results.
• A free plan is available that includes access to all applicant management tools.
• Over 35,000 active and passive job seekers receive job alerts from JobScout24 per day.
• The paid plans include visibility on Google for Jobs, which helps to increase job ad traffic.
• The website is able to translate into English, French, and German.

Cons:

• The job board is best suited for small and medium-sized businesses.
• JobScout24 does not offer bulk job postings or add-ons that boost visibility.
• The platform's job ad distribution feature is only available with the Plus package.
• JobScout24 does not offer candidate matching, social media sharing, or CV database access.
• Compared to top competitors, Monster and jobs.ch, JobScout24 is one of the costlier options on the market.

Reputation:

While employer reviews of JobScout24 are limited, the platform has a fairly mixed online reputation. On Facebook, JobScout24 received 1.8 out of 5 stars based on a handful of reviews that predominantly highlight the platform's lack of up-to-date job ads and communication.

We also found a couple of reviews on Trustpilot where one employer noted that the website delivered poor application results despite its large viewership. While JobScout24 did receive a standard 2.9 out of 5 stars, the platform reportedly has poor customer support response times and limited results.

JobScout24 vs. jobs.ch:

JobScout24 and jobs.ch offer free plans, region-specific hiring, and job ad distribution on one another's platforms to boost exposure. That said, the two competitors differ mainly in pricing, with jobs.ch's plans starting at CHF290.00 +VAT per post. JobScout24, on the other hand, charges CHF590.00 +VAT per post, making it the costlier choice.

JobScout24 vs. JobCloud:

Despite both platforms sharing similar functionalities, including applicant tracking, job ad distribution, and a free plan, JobCloud stands out for its affordability. While JobCloud's plans start at CHF290.00 +VAT per post, JobScout24 charges CHF590.00 +VAT per post. But, unlike its competitor, JobCloud includes CV database access and a mobile app.

JobScout24 vs. Monster:

For CHF249.00 per post, Monster offers a single job posting listed for 60 days, surpassing the 31-day post duration offered by JobScout24. With JobScout24, prices start at CHF590.00 +VAT per post, but the platform does offer a free plan, providing a cost-effective alternative. However, unlike Monster, JobScout24 is missing a CV database.