In the world of online job search sites, Indeed and Monster rank among the most popular for job seekers. If you've ever searched for a job, chances are you've visited one or both sites already.
Both also allow companies to post jobs along with other employer services. While both companies target the same audience, they do business in different ways. Below is our comparison of Indeed and Moster so you can determine which service is better for your needs.
This review will focus on comparing CareerBuilder and Monster, however, if you are looking for other options, we would recommend ZipRecruiter. ZipRecruiter offers free job searching for jobseekers and a free trial for job seekers.
Indeed
Indeed is an online job search site founded in 2004. The job site is considered one of the largest job sites in the world, with more than 250 million unique visitors each month from more than 60 countries.
Indeed allows job seekers to sign up for free accounts, build profiles, and upload resumes. Companies can create free job listings or pay for sponsored job posts that increase the listing's visibility.
INDEED FOR AN EMPLOYER
Indeed allows companies to create free job listings on its site. While the free option is enough for many companies, there's also a paid option that will give your job listing more exposure. Sponsored job posts allow you to set a daily budget, ranging from $5 to $499. They are flexible too. You can change your budget at any time or end the sponsored post campaign if you fill the spot or decide to go in another direction. The scalable price range is convenient whether you are a small business or a large corporation.
Related: How To Post A Job On Indeed
INDEED FOR A JOB SEEKER
Indeed allows job seekers to sign up for a free account. Once you have an account, you can create a profile and upload your resume. You can set your resume to public or private depending if you want to allow employers to view it without making a request. There are also optional skill assessments you can add to further fill out your account profile.
Applying for jobs depends on the specific company. Some may allow you to apply directly through Indeed, while others will redirect you to their company site. Indeed also allows you to view company reviews written by current and former employees.
If you need help with your resume, check out our guide to the best resume writing services.
Monster
Monster has been helping job seekers, and employers connect for over 25 years. The site offers free job searching for job seekers. Companies can choose from several paid job listing options and access four-day free trials to test the service.
MONSTER FOR AN EMPLOYER
Monster has three price levels for posting jobs — $279, $399, and $649 a month. Packages are based on the number of active jobs and resume views. Higher tiered packages also include a performance boost that sends your job posts to hundreds of other online job websites.
A Monster account allows you to collaborate with your team, access pre-written job descriptions, recycle old job postings, and use other helpful tools. With Monster, there's no need to wait for candidates. Some of its plans allow you to search its database for qualified candidates.
Related: How To Post A Job On Monster
MONSTER FOR A JOB SEEKER
Monster offers several free features for job seekers. In addition to searching for open positions, you can access average salaries based on job title and location and a knowledge base of career advice articles. Customers can set up a free account, fill out a profile, and upload their resume and cover letter.
The Difference As An Employer
Indeed and Monster present very different structures for posting jobs online. The right choice boils down to how you want to pay for job postings. Indeed gives you a free option and offers a way to get more eyes on your listing for a premium. Monster offers three pricing structures to meet the needs of a variety of businesses. There's also an opportunity to test out Monster for a few days for free before deciding if you like the service. That doesn't compare to the free postings available on Indeed, but it gives you a chance to check out Monster's features.
The Difference As A Job Seeker
Indeed and Monster give job seekers free rein to large databases of job postings. They also both come with access to other tools to maximize the experience and improve career skills. Indeed and Monster also has highly-rated mobile apps for job hunting on the go.
The Bottom Line
Indeed and Monster offer similar features with different pricing structures, so the better job site may come down to preference. The option to boost your posts in Indeed is great, but some Monster packages can get your job listings on hundreds of sites.
For jobseekers, it makes sense to explore both websites to maximize your job prospects. Since both sites offer free accounts, why not try out both to see which one you like best?
If you’re still looking for something else, we recommend checking out ZipRecruiter.
