Candidate Screening Software for Small Teams

Q: What is the best candidate screening software for small businesses?

For small businesses, Truffle offers the best balance of AI-powered screening, simple setup, and affordable pricing at $99/month. Unlike enterprise tools that require lengthy implementation, Truffle launches in under 10 minutes with no training required.

Q: How does candidate screening software reduce time-to-hire?

Candidate screening software eliminates manual resume review and phone screen scheduling. Candidates complete video assessments on their own time, and AI summarizes responses so recruiters can review 10x more candidates in the same time. Most teams see 50-70% reduction in early-stage screening time.

Q: What's the difference between an ATS and candidate screening software?

An ATS (Applicant Tracking System) manages job postings, applications, and candidate pipelines. Candidate screening software evaluates applicants through video interviews, skills assessments, and AI scoring. Most teams use both—the ATS as the system of record, and screening software as a filter before interviews.

Q: Can candidate screening software integrate with our ATS?

Yes. Most modern screening tools integrate with popular ATS platforms like Greenhouse, Lever, Workable, and BambooHR. Truffle offers native integrations plus Zapier and API access for custom workflows.

Q: Does Truffle replace our ATS?

No. Think of Truffle as a precision filter that slots in before or after your application stage. We pass structured data, scores, and links back to the ATS you already trust.

Q: Is Truffle mobile friendly?

Yes. Applicants complete assessments from any modern browser. Buttons meet WCAG sizing guidelines, and recordings auto-adjust to bandwidth.

Q: Can we customize the candidate analysis?

Absolutely. Combine our proven question bank with your own queries, weight criteria to match your culture, and export video and transcript data for further analysis.

Q: How long does setup take?

Most teams launch in under 10 minutes. The intake wizard, preset question library, and live chat onboarding make it painless.

Q: What does candidate screening software cost?

Truffle plans start at $99 per month for two live jobs and 100 completed interviews, with annual bundles for internship or seasonal spikes. No per-seat fees.

Q: How do we automate high-volume candidate screening with detailed analytics?

Launch a single Truffle screener link across job boards, career pages, or QR codes. Our AI match analysis reviews every response in real time, while the pipeline view displays pass-through rates, knockout reasons, and average completion times. You can pinpoint bottlenecks and refine questions without exporting a single spreadsheet.

Applicant screening is damn hard. It’s why we built Truffle.

Too many look-alike applications and not enough standouts? It’s time for Truffle.

Hours lost to skimming resumes and chasing first calls? It’s time for Truffle.

Calendar ping-pong turning weeks into months? It’s time for Truffle.

Managers “will review tonight” and nothing moves? It’s time for Truffle.

Your ATS is full, but you still lack signal? It’s time for Truffle.

You need a fair first look at how people think, not just what they typed? It’s time for Truffle.

Ghosting after phone screens killing momentum? It’s time for Truffle.

Small team, big workload, tighter budget than last year? It’s time for Truffle.

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Let’s walk through how Truffle's candidate screening software works.

Job creation interface for Social Media Co-ordinator with draft status

1. 5 minutes after you sign up, you'll have your first candidate screener created (pinky promise)

Start by pasting the job description, choosing a few questions, branding the experience, and adding optional text-based qualification checks.

A person speaking on video, answering a question about handling a difficult customer.

2. Next up? Send invites and collect responses

An invite is the link and note you share to start the screen. Send it from Truffle or copy the link to use anywhere. You’ll see who’s pending, who started, and who finished in one tidy list.

Job candidate video interview screen with evaluation metrics and playback

3. Once candidates roll in, you can review them in one clear view

See summaries, match %, and key moments via candidate shorts at a glance so you can make quick decisions. You can generate a link and share candidate profiles with clients or hiring managers.

Dashboard displaying job listings with titles, candidate numbers, and status, including Active, Draft, and Closed.

4. Candidate and role visualizations are for seeing, not squinting

Truffle's Match %, simple candidate statuses, and candidate charts are visual tools that help you clearly see where candidates really stand. Notice progress at a glance, know reality in an instant.

Why teams choose Truffle's candidate screening software

Quick setup with smart workflows. Quick review with AI diagnostics. Pricing that doesn't break the bank.

Launch fast in < 10 minutes

Create a role, accept or edit AI-suggested questions, and share a single invite link. No training required unless you want it.

Async answers at scale

Candidates record on any device with no logins. Works across modern devices and browsers so completion stays high.

AI you can trust

Each answer is summarized against a clear rubric. Get a ranked shortlist by professionalism, communication, and role fit.

Shortlists you can share

Build a manager-ready shortlist with notes so decisions happen faster with less back and forth. No per-seat pricing so you can include the whole team.

A hiring funnel that works

Share links from any job board today. Push and pull candidate data with your ATS when you need it. Choose between sharing a link or inviting candidates from Truffle.

Affordable pricing

Start free and pay only when you’re hiring. Month-to-month from $129 with no seat caps or setup fees. Pricing tracks jobs and interview volume so small teams stay lean.

Wait, what is candidate screening software?

Candidate screening software automates the early stages of hiring by evaluating applicants before live interviews. Instead of manually reviewing hundreds of resumes, screening tools use video responses, AI analysis, and structured scoring to surface the best candidates faster. Modern applicant screening software typically includes:

1. One-way video interviews – Candidates record responses on their schedule
2. AI-powered evaluation – Automatic scoring based on communication, fit, and qualifications
‍3. Knockout questions – Filter out unqualified applicants instantly
4. ATS integration – Sync candidate data with your existing hiring stack
5. Shareable shortlists – Send ranked candidates to hiring managers with notes

For small teams without dedicated recruiters, candidate screening tools eliminate the bottleneck between "application received" and "first interview scheduled."

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How Truffle stacks up against other candidate screening tools

Companies don’t just use Truffle, they love it.

Feature	Truffle	Generic ATS	Basic Video Tools	Enterprise Screening
AI & Analysis
AI match scoring	✓	✗	✗	✓
Candidate summaries	✓	✗	✗	✓
Anti-AI detection	✓	✗	✗	Varies
Screening Options
Video interviews	✓	✗	✓	✓
Audio-only option	✓	✗	✗	Varies
Knockout questions	✓	✓	✗	✓
Setup & Usability
5-minute setup	✓	✗	✗	✗
No training required	✓	✗	✓	✗
Mobile-friendly	✓	Varies	✓	✓
Integrations
ATS integration	✓	Native	Varies	✓
Open API & Zapier	✓	Varies	Rare	✓
Pricing
No per-seat fees	✓	✗	Varies	✗
Free trial	✓	Varies	✓	✗
Starting price	$99/mo	$200+/mo	$150+/mo	$500+/mo
Best for	Small teams	Mid-market	Basic screening	Large orgs

Frequently asked questions about Truffle's applicant screening software

Does Truffle replace our ATS?

No. Think of us as a precision filter that slots in before or after your application stage. We pass structured data, scores, and links back to the ATS you already trust.

Is it mobile friendly?

Yes. Applicants complete assessments from any modern browser. Buttons meet WCAG sizing guidelines, and recordings auto-adjust to bandwidth.

Can we customize analysis?

Absolutely. Combine our proven question bank with your own queries; weight criteria to match your culture; export video and transcript data for further analysis.

How long does setup take?

Most teams launch in under 10 minutes. The intake wizard, preset question library, and live chat onboarding make it painless.

What about candidate screening software pricing?

Plans start at $99 per month for two live jobs and 100 completed interviews, with annual bundles for internship or seasonal spikes. No per-seat fees.

How do we automate high-volume candidate screening with detailed analytics?

Launch a single Truffle screener link across job boards, career pages, or QR codes. Our AI match analysis reviews every response in real time, while the pipeline view displays pass-through rates, knockout reasons, and average completion times. You can pinpoint bottlenecks and refine questions; all without exporting a single spreadsheet.

What is the best candidate screening software for small businesses?

For small businesses, Truffle offers the best balance of AI-powered screening, simple setup, and affordable pricing at $99/month. Unlike enterprise tools that require lengthy implementation, Truffle launches in under 10 minutes.

How does candidate screening software reduce time-to-hire?