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Ashby vs Geckoboard

Updated June 2026 · A structured head-to-head comparison.

All-in-one recruiting with analytics.

Live TV dashboards for KPIs.

The verdict

Both Ashby and Geckoboard are credible applicant tracking tools, and the right pick comes down to your priorities.

Choose Ashby if you want a higher overall rating (4.8/5). All-in-one recruiting with analytics.

Choose Geckoboard if you'd rather have a lower starting price (from $49/mo). Live TV dashboards for KPIs.

Ashby vs Geckoboard: side by side

DimensionAshbyGeckoboard
Starting priceCustomFrom $49/moWinner
Free planNoNo
Pricing modelSubscriptionSubscription
Best forScaling Startups, Mid MarketSmb, Agencies
PlatformsWebWeb, Api
Rating4.8/5Winner4.5/5

Ashby key facts

Vendor
Ashby
Pricing
Subscription — Custom
Free tier
No
Platforms
Web
Best for
Scaling Startups, Mid Market
Editor rating
4.8 / 5
Founded
2018
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA, USA

Geckoboard key facts

Vendor
Geckoboard
Pricing
Subscription — From $49/mo
Free tier
No
Platforms
Web, Api
Best for
Smb, Agencies
Editor rating
4.5 / 5
Founded
2010
Headquarters
London, UK

Frequently asked questions

Is Ashby better than Geckoboard?

Neither is universally better — Ashby edges ahead on overall rating, but the best choice depends on price, platforms, and your use case. See the side-by-side table above.

Is Ashby or Geckoboard cheaper?

Geckoboard is the more affordable of the two to get started, at from $49/mo. Ashby starts at custom; Geckoboard starts at from $49/mo.

Can Ashby replace Geckoboard?

Yes for most teams — both are applicant tracking tools with heavily overlapping features. The main trade-offs are pricing and platform support, covered in the comparison above.