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ClickUp vs Rippling ATS

A head-to-head comparison to help you pick the right tool

ClickUp

ClickUp is an all-in-one productivity platform that combines project management, docs, goals, and chat in a single tool. It is known for its extreme flexibility and customization, allowing teams to build their own workflows. ClickUp positions itself as a replacement for multiple tools with one of the most generous free plans in the market.

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Rippling ATS

Rippling Recruiting is the applicant tracking module within the Rippling platform. It connects recruiting directly to onboarding, payroll, and IT provisioning so that when a candidate is hired, their entire employee setup happens automatically. Rippling ATS is ideal for companies already using Rippling for HR who want a seamlessly integrated recruiting experience.

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Pros

  • Extremely feature-rich with one of the most generous free plans available
  • Highly customizable to fit any workflow or team structure
  • Built-in docs, chat, and time tracking reduce need for other tools
  • Regular feature updates based on user feedback

Cons

  • Can be overwhelming due to the sheer number of features and options
  • Performance can slow down with very large workspaces
  • Steep learning curve for new users setting up complex workflows

Pros

  • Seamless connection from hiring to onboarding to payroll — zero manual handoff
  • Automatically provisions IT accounts and equipment when a candidate is hired
  • Deep integration with the full Rippling platform
  • Eliminates duplicate data entry across HR systems

Cons

  • Only valuable if you use the full Rippling platform
  • Requires custom pricing quote
  • Less feature-rich as a standalone ATS compared to dedicated tools like Greenhouse
  • Overkill for companies not using Rippling

Our Take

Choose ClickUp if teams wanting an all-in-one productivity tool to replace multiple apps. Choose Rippling ATS if companies using rippling for hr who want recruiting seamlessly connected to onboarding and payroll.

Best For

Teams wanting an all-in-one productivity tool to replace multiple apps

Best For

Companies using Rippling for HR who want recruiting seamlessly connected to onboarding and payroll