RefineCV vs iReformat
Transparent pricing, post-format editing, and real ATS integrations. See how RefineCV compares to iReformat for recruitment agency CV formatting.
At a glance
| RefineCV | iReformat | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Published. $0.25-$0.40/CV | Custom quotes only |
| Free trial | 10 CVs, no expiry, no card | 15 days, no card |
| Input formats | 10 (incl. XLSX, CSV, Apple Pages) | 7 |
| Export formats | PDF, DOCX | PDF, DOCX |
| ATS integrations | Bullhorn, SAP (direct API) | ATS-optimized formatting |
| Team seats | Unlimited, all plans | Unlimited, all plans |
Pricing comparison
RefineCV publishes all pricing on this website. iReformat requires a sales call for a custom quote. Based on their published ROI examples, here is how the two compare at different volumes.
50 CVs/month
200 CVs/month
500 CVs/month
iReformat does not publish pricing. Estimates are based on figures from their own blog content and ROI calculator. Actual quotes may differ. RefineCV pricing is exact and published.
Two ways to pay. $0.25 per CV on Pro with 200 included for $50/month. Or $0.40 per CV with Pay As You Go, no monthly commitment at all.
Feature-by-feature comparison
| Feature | RefineCV | iReformat |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Published, self-serve | Custom quotes, sales call |
| Free trial | 10 CVs (never expire) | 15-day trial |
| Credit card to start | No | No |
| Per-CV cost | $0.25 (Pro) / $0.40 (PAYG) | Not published |
| Unlimited team seats | ✓ | ✓ |
| AI-powered extraction | ✓ | ✓ |
| OCR (scanned documents) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Input formats | 10 | 7 |
| PDF export | ✓ | ✓ |
| DOCX export | ✓ | ✓ |
| Self-serve template builder | ✓ | ✓ |
| Done-for-you template build | Free | Word-based, included |
| Cost of extra templates | Free | $100 (Lite) / $120 (Plus) |
| Live PDF preview | ✓ | Not confirmed |
| Agency logo and branding | ✓ | ✓ |
| Anonymization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Post-format editing | Yes (edit fields, re-export free) | ✗ |
| Format history | Yes (re-download anytime) | Not confirmed |
| Batch processing | On request | Yes (up to 100) |
| ATS integrations | Bullhorn, SAP (direct) | ATS-optimized output (50+ platforms) |
| SOC 2 | In progress | Claimed |
| GDPR compliant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Self-serve signup | Yes (60 seconds) | Demo recommended |
Done for you
We'll build your template for you. Free.
No design skills, no time to spare? Send us your existing CV template as a Word, PDF, or PowerPoint file. We rebuild it in your account, and you start formatting branded CVs right away.
- No setup fee and no per-template fee, ever
- Edits and reuse are always free, with no charge per change
- You can still edit it yourself anytime in the template builder
Charged elsewhere
- CVFormatter$49 + $24.99/edit
- iReformat$100 to $120
- Allsorter, HireAraquote only
Charged here
$0
to build, to edit, to reuse
Free template builds are included with any paid plan (Pay As You Go or Pro).
Where RefineCV stands out
Transparent pricing
Every plan is published on our website. Free (10 CVs), Pay As You Go ($0.40/CV), or Pro ($50/month for 200 CVs). No sales calls, no custom quotes, no surprises on your invoice.
Free template builds, no per-template fee
Send us your existing CV template as a Word, PDF, or PowerPoint file and we rebuild it in your account. No setup fee, no per-template fee, and edits are always free. You also get a free self-serve drag-and-drop builder. iReformat gives you one free custom template at signup, then charges $100 (Lite) or $120 (Plus) for each additional template.
Post-format editing
Review and edit every extracted field before generating your final document. Fix a job title, update a date, reword a summary. Then re-export as many times as you need at no extra cost.
More input formats
Upload CVs in 10 formats including Excel spreadsheets, CSV files, and Apple Pages. iReformat supports 7 formats and does not accept spreadsheet or Apple Pages files.
Real ATS integrations
RefineCV connects directly to Bullhorn and SAP via API. iReformat optimizes formatting for ATS parsing but does not connect to ATS platforms directly.
Where iReformat has an edge
We believe in honest comparisons. Here is where iReformat is ahead today.
Batch processing
iReformat lets you upload up to 100 resumes at once and download them as a ZIP file. RefineCV processes one CV at a time. Batch processing is available on request for teams that need it.
SOC 2 compliance
iReformat claims SOC 2 compliance. RefineCV is working towards SOC 2 certification.
Longer track record
iReformat has been operating since 2013 and reports 600+ agency clients. RefineCV is newer to the market.
ATS-optimized output
iReformat formats resumes to parse correctly in 50+ ATS platforms. RefineCV integrates directly with Bullhorn and SAP, with more platforms planned.
Common questions
Is iReformat pricing transparent?
No. iReformat does not publish pricing on their website. Every agency receives a custom quote based on monthly resume volume. Based on figures from their own blog, plans appear to start around $150/month. RefineCV publishes all pricing publicly: $0.40 per CV with no commitment, or $50/month for 200 CVs on Pro.
Can I try RefineCV before paying?
Yes. Every agency gets 10 free CVs with no credit card required. These credits never expire, so you can evaluate at your own pace. iReformat offers a 15-day free trial, also with no credit card.
Which tool supports more file formats?
RefineCV accepts 10 input formats: PDF, DOC, DOCX, XLS, XLSX, CSV, TXT, ODT, RTF, and Apple Pages. iReformat accepts 7: PDF, DOC, DOCX, RTF, TXT, JPG, and PNG.
Do both tools offer unlimited team seats?
Yes. Both RefineCV and iReformat include unlimited team seats on all plans with no per-user fees.
Which is better for Bullhorn users?
Both tools support Bullhorn. RefineCV integrates directly with Bullhorn via API. iReformat also works with Bullhorn and formats output to parse correctly in Bullhorn's system. Both are solid options for Bullhorn-centric agencies.
Does RefineCV charge for extra templates like iReformat?
No. RefineCV builds your template for you free. Send us your existing CV template as a Word, PDF, or PowerPoint file and we rebuild it in your account. There is no setup fee, no per-template fee, and edits are always free. You can also build templates yourself with the self-serve drag-and-drop builder. iReformat gives you one free custom template at signup, then charges $100 on the Lite plan or $120 on the Plus plan for each additional template. Free template builds are included with any paid plan (Pay As You Go or Pro).
What if I need batch processing?
iReformat supports batch uploads of up to 100 resumes per batch out of the box. RefineCV currently processes CVs individually but can enable batch processing on request for agencies that need high-volume workflows.
The verdict
Both tools turn messy CVs into branded documents with AI extraction and custom templates.
RefineCV gives you transparent pricing from $0.25/CV, post-format editing, and direct ATS integrations. iReformat brings a longer track record and batch processing, but requires a sales call for pricing.
If you value transparency, flexibility, and cost, RefineCV is built for you.
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