Quick verdict
Zety is best for first-time resume builders who want a step-by-step wizard. Huntr is best for job seekers who want a teal-style kanban tracker at a lower price. Pick Zety if first-time resume builders who want a step-by-step wizard; pick Huntr if job seekers who want a teal-style kanban tracker at a lower price.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Zety | Huntr |
|---|---|---|
| Resume Builder | ✓ | ✓ |
| ATS Checker | — | — |
| AI Resume Tailoring | — | ✓ |
| Cover Letters | ✓ | ✓ |
| Job Tracker | — | ✓ |
| Matched Job Feed | — | — |
| Interview Prep | — | — |
| LinkedIn Optimization | — | — |
| Multilingual | ✓ | — |
Pricing comparison
| Plan | Zety | Huntr |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Build free, pay to download | Limited tracking |
| Paid | ~$24/mo | ~$20/mo |
| Annual | ~$5.99/mo annual | ~$15/mo annual |
Zety
Pros
- Easy guided wizard for beginners
- Large template library
- Multilingual support
- Cover letter builder included
Cons
- Pay to download (not truly free)
- Templates are not all ATS-safe
- No AI tailoring or ATS checking
- Aggressive upselling
Huntr
Pros
- Best Teal alternative for kanban tracking
- Browser extension for saving jobs
- AI resume tailoring against saved postings
- More affordable than Teal
Cons
- No ATS checker
- No interview prep
- No job feed
- Smaller community than Teal
Who should pick which?
Pick Zety if you...
- First-time resume builders who want a step-by-step wizard
- Easy guided wizard for beginners
- Large template library
Pick Huntr if you...
- Job seekers who want a Teal-style kanban tracker at a lower price
- Best Teal alternative for kanban tracking
- Browser extension for saving jobs
Frequently asked questions
Is Zety or Huntr better for software engineers?
It depends on your specific needs. Zety is best for first-time resume builders who want a step-by-step wizard. Huntr is best for job seekers who want a teal-style kanban tracker at a lower price.
Is Zety or Huntr cheaper?
Zety pricing: Build free, pay to download (free), ~$24/mo (paid), ~$5.99/mo annual (annual). Huntr pricing: Limited tracking (free), ~$20/mo (paid), ~$15/mo annual (annual). The cheaper option depends on how long your job search lasts and which features you actually need.
Can I use both Zety and Huntr?
Yes. Many job seekers use multiple tools — for example, one for tracking and another for resume building. Zety and Huntr serve different purposes, so combining them may give you the best of both.
Does Zety or Huntr have a free plan?
Zety free plan: Build free, pay to download. Huntr free plan: Limited tracking. Both offer some level of free access, but the limits and features differ.