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Ashby vs Qlik Sense

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

All-in-one recruiting with analytics.

Associative analytics and BI.

The verdict

Both Ashby and Qlik Sense 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 Qlik Sense if you'd rather have a longer free trial (30 days). Associative analytics and BI.

Ashby vs Qlik Sense: side by side

DimensionAshbyQlik Sense
Starting priceCustomCustom
Free planNoNo
Free trial30 daysWinner
Pricing modelSubscriptionSubscription
Best forScaling Startups, Mid MarketEnterprise, Data Teams
PlatformsWebWeb, Windows
Rating4.8/5Winner4.3/5

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

Qlik Sense key facts

Vendor
Qlik
Pricing
Subscription — Custom
Free tier
Free trial (30 days)
Platforms
Web, Windows
Best for
Enterprise, Data Teams
Editor rating
4.3 / 5
Founded
1993
Headquarters
King of Prussia, PA, USA

Frequently asked questions

Is Ashby better than Qlik Sense?

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 Qlik Sense cheaper?

Ashby is the more affordable of the two to get started, at custom. Ashby starts at custom; Qlik Sense starts at custom.

Can Ashby replace Qlik Sense?

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.