VidCruiter vs Zoom
Look for a video interviewing solution that goes beyond basic video conferencing.
Video interviewing is an incredibly specific task that demands a lot of functionality that Zoom can only partly provide. Both options offer video conferencing, but only VidCruiter offers features that are built for recruiters.
No more forcing candidates to download an app or log in — VidCruiter’s platform of solutions makes the hiring process easier for everyone involved. See the difference workflow automation, premium tech support, and detailed interviewing-oriented reporting can make.
Create a cohesive candidate experience with a branded video interview room and white-labeled emails. Have a unique use case? Customize your reports, automated emails, user permissions, rating settings, and more. VidCruiter also offers thousands of features that can be added to your account anytime as your hiring needs grow. For video interviewing, trust a platform that’s purpose-built for recruiting.
Join hundreds of thousands of recruiters and hiring managers who’ve used and loved the platform.
Still unsure? Read our reviews
“An elegant candidate experience. Web-based and no need to download apps or sign up for services. A slice of what it is like to work at our company, well presented to the candidate. Could you get by with Microsoft Teams or Zoom? Sure. But once you see VidCruiter in action you’ll realize how clunky those solutions are when interacting with candidates outside of your own company.”
Andrew M.
Associate VP, Talent Acquisition
Enterprise
“It's a single place to handle our entire candidate flow, and adaptable for junior hires and senior hires alike. We learned recently that you can even conduct video & phone screens directly inside the website itself! It takes care of recording, allows for note-taking in real-time, and for multiple people to call in.”
Joseph H.
CEO
Small-Business
“The only competitors I can compare it to are Google Meet and Zoom. Vidcruiter is more effective for my usage because, again, it eliminates paper usage, panel members can take notes on the program, everything is saved in the system, and the program automatically scores applicants interviewed. Information is maintained in the system. VidCruiter calculates scores for immediate results on who your top picks are.”
Bernadine C.
Staffing Specialist
Enterprise
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App Free
VidCruiter’s system does not require an app making it easy for people to join without downloading, logging in, or updating any apps or software.
Interview Questions Embedded
Candidates never have to look away from the browser during interviews with VidCruiter because the questions are embedded on the platform. Get creative with how you ask your interview questions and write them out, provide images, or embed videos.
24/7 Tech Support
Premium service comes standard with VidCruiter. We offer 24/7 tech support for applicants, hiring managers, and recruiters. Support is available via chat, phone, and email.
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Branding and Applicant Experience
VidCruiter allows you to add landing page videos and welcome messages to anyone joining a video chat. Showcase yourself as an employer.
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Integrated
Video interviewing is here to stay. VidCruiter integrates with your ATS to ensure all interview notes, logs, ratings, and recordings are stored in your system of record.
Join From SMS
About 65% of candidates join video calls from mobile. VidCruiter allows candidates to join from an SMS message or from email, making it easier than ever to join a video conference call.
Workflow Automation
VidCruiter’s workflow engine allows you to track applicant progress across interviews, schedule email or SMS notifications, and automatically move applicants based on rater actions.
Interview Question Compliance
Organizations that are serious about conducting interviews in the best way are doing structured interviews. VidCruiter’s digital interview compliance system supports structured interviewing, by prompting raters to follow interview guides and complete feedback forms, ensuring everyone gets a fair interview.
Reporting and Tracking
VidCruiter’s reporting engine allows you to set clear goals around how to conduct interviews and track rater compliance to see if evaluators follow rating frameworks and best practices.
Personalized, Interactive Training
(Including Live 1-On-1 Sessions)
Your Own Dedicated Client Success Manager
Customized Success Plan
Custom Training for Different User Types
In-Depth Training for Super Users
Unlimited Follow-up Training
Recorded Training Sessions
24/7 Support for All Interview Participants
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Average Support Turnaround Time of 1 Minute
Telephone Support
Email Support
Built-in Chat Support
Customer Service Available in Multiple Languages
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Proven Recruiting-Specific ROI Statistics Available
Recruitment Experience and Knowledge
Initial Job Position and Template Setup by Our Team for You
Data Entry of Digitized Interview Guides by Our Team
Test Applicants to Perfect Your Recruitment Process
Live Position Testing
Tech Checks to Verify Hardware and Connection Compatibility
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Text (SMS) Interview Invites
Text (SMS) Interview Reminders
Personalized SMS Templates
Email Invites
Email Reminders at Custom Times
Personalized Email Templates
Branded Emails
White Label Email Domains
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Auto-Generated Links, Times, and Custom Information generated from Variables
Unique Sign-In Links to Ensure Security
Choose Your Preferred Language: Platform is Entirely Bilingual/Multilingual
Configure Pre-Interview Tasks For Interviewers
Configure Pre-Interview Tasks For Applicants
Bulk Invite Candidates to Scheduler
Invite Multiple Interview Participants (Up to 8 Simultaneous Participants with Recording and 25 without Recording)
Google Calendar Integration
Outlook Calendar Integration
Office 365 Calendar Integration
iCloud Calendar Integration
Set Specific Availability for Conducting Interviews
Set Custom Availabilities For Different Types of Interviews
Configure Which Interviewer Availabilities Candidates Can Select
Set The Minimum Number of Required Interviewers
Customizable Interview Length
Set the Amount of Advanced Notice Prior to a Scheduled Interview
Automated Scheduling
Auto-Download Interview Times to Outlook, Gmail, and Other Popular Calendars
Manual Scheduling
Calendar Invites
Auto-Detect Timezones (Optional)
Fixed Timezones (Optional)
Delay Interview Invites Based on Back-to-Back Interviewers in 1 Room (Join After 60 Minutes)
Schedule Interviewers to Join at Specific Intervals
Built-in Digital Structured Interview Questions (Scientifically-Proven to Minimize Hiring Bias): Use Your Own Questions or Pre-Determined Templates
Real-Time Auto-Scoring of Ratings Captures Each Managers’ Score Independently
Auto-Move Best Candidates to Top of Shortlist Based on Managers’ Scores
Unlimited Users
Unlimited Concurrent Interviews
Show Privacy Policy Agreement Before Joining Interview
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Play Custom Video for Interviewees Before Joining Interview
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List of Invited Participants (Including their Status)
View a Candidate’s Profile (Information from Earlier Steps in the Recruitment Process)
Panel Interviews
Group Applicant Interviews
Group Applicant Evaluations and Tests
Grouped Video Assessments
File Sharing During Interviews
Digitally Document Notes During Interview
Interview Notes (With Permission-Based Review Restrictions)
Option to Record Interviews for Unlimited Playback
Timestamps for More Efficient Playback
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Re-Usable Interview Templates
Electronic Signature Capture Through Adobe Sign Plugin
Interview Timer
Screen Sharing
Login & Logout Notifications
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Ability to Mute Interview Participants
Host Controls
Ability to Revoke Participants’ Access to the Interview
Tagging
Choose Your Preferred Language: Platform is Entirely Bilingual/Multilingual
Visibility & Invisibility Settings
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Anonymous Interviewers / Observers
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User Invitation from Interview
Public Chat (Amongst All Interview Participants)
Private Chat (Only Amongst Interviewers)
Branded Interview Room (Custom Header and Background)
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Viewing Settings of Video Interviews
Ability to Re-Activate an Interview After Ending It (Re-Enable Links)
Ability to Control Which Users Are Able to View Specific Notes
Ability to Upload Files in the Private & Public Chats
Ability to Have Resumes Attached In Interview Interface
Interviews Can Continue After Originally Scheduled Time
Color-Coded Icons Showing Who Has Joined, Not Yet Joined & Join In-Process
Ability for Participants to Dial-In to Interview by Phone
Fail-Proof Backup Call-in System
(Toll Free Number that Records Audio)
Ability to Change Interview Mode
(On-Screen Video Layout)
Ability to Invite New Participants (& Set Rating Access) During Interview
Background Blur
Hide Inactive Participant
Show Time Remaining Notifications
Rate Multiple Candidates In One Session With Group Interviewing
Automatic Recording
Automated Thank You Emails and Completion Status Updates
Send Automated Surveys to Interviewees
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Post-Interview Automation Rules
Post-Recording Rating Feature
Reporting System (Attendee History)
Easily Re-Watch and Compare Interview Recordings
Sharing Permissions to Restrict Access to Recorded Interviews
Send Recorded Video Interviews for Transcription
Easily Skip Forward on Playback with Timestamped Notes
Rating Reports
Update Candidate Status in an Integrated ATS Within the Video Call Interface
1000s of Features to Level Up the Base System for Your Unique Recruiting Needs (10+ Years of Development)
Choose Your Preferred Language: Platform is Entirely Bilingual/Multilingual
Admin Dashboard
Customizable User Permissions
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Integrations with Other Platforms for More Seamless Automation Options
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Custom Reports Specific to Recruiting
Interview Reports
Database Search
Complete Log of Each Interview (Who Joined, When They Joined, Device Used, etc.)
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Custom Excel Data Exports
Join an Interview Using Any Browser or Operating System
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WebRTC Communication System
No Software Downloads Required for Computers and Newer Phones
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Single Sign-on (SSO) – Login with a Single ID
Password using SAML
Single Sign-on (SSO) – Login with a Single ID and Password using OpenID Connect
WCAG 3.0 AA Compliant
ADA Compliant
HTTPS and SSL/TLS Secured Communication
Data Encryption While in Transit and at Rest
Tier 4 Data Centers
Shares Your Data with Third Parties
Secure Delivery and Protection of Customer Data
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Transparent Logs - All Staff Access Logged
All Data Owned by Client
Exclusive Use of 256-bit Encryption
Exclusive Use of TLS 1.2+
SO2 Type 2
ISO 27001: (Security techniques - Information security management systems)
ISO 27017: (Code of practice for information security controls based on ISO/IEC 27002 for cloud services)
ISO 27018: (Code of practice for protection of personally identifiable information [PII] in public clouds acting as PII processors)
IP Address Tracking
Voice and Video Traffic Session Encryption (Regardless of Endpoint or Session Setup)
Safe to Use Even on Open Public Hotspots
Protected B Compliance
Choosing the right video provider can be challenging, but the choice is clear if you’re looking for convenience and customization. With over a decade of experience in the recruiting industry, VidCruiter is with you every step, from pre-interview to post-interview. Our teams handle all the integration and support you with custom training and templates.
Zoom will get the job done, but when it comes to inviting, recording, rating, video interviewing, and integrating with your ATS, VidCruiter can speed up and elevate your process with automation.
#1 FOR VIDEO INTERVIEW SOFTWARE
We Know Interviews
Hire great people—in less time and with fewer resources.
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Over 10 years of strategic recruitment experience
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We’ve worked with tens of thousands of recruiters
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We’re a leader in all things online interviewing
100,000+ recruiters trust VidCruiter
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