# Page 4 | The Applicant Manager Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 4 - Is The Applicant Manager the right Applicant Tracking solution for you? Explore 125 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/123752/The-Applicant-Manager/reviews --- The Applicant Manager 4.6 (125) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated May 12th, 2026 # Page 4 - Reviews of The Applicant Manager ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 76-100 of 125 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use TP Tracey P. Primary/Secondary Education Used the software for: ### "TAM - Top notch customer service and agile, customer-friendly system" February 5, 2014 4.5 Pros The Applicant Manager puts their customers first and they make you feel special. I have made numerous requests to TAM for either enhanced features or simply questions on how to use the software more effectively. The TAM team, without fail, responds quickly and thoroughly. Even if a system enhancement isn't on their next release, they take the request into consideration and get it done for future releases (for those that would help multiple customers). Extremely fast attention to customer needs! Cons TAM responds to any feature enhancement requests quickly and with thoughtful consideration. That's all I ask for and they provide this. No real dislikes with this team. Review Source CO Cosmas O. Monitoring and evaluation Manager Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "The Applicant Manager Review" August 20, 2020 3.0 Quick turn arounds with recruitments as numrous job applications are filtered with in the shortest time possible Pros It filters numerous applications and comes up with only relevant ones thus making the work of recruiters less tedius. This process is done quite fast. Cons The software is automated to filter resumes and in the process deserving resume might be missed out in the process Review Source LH Laura H. Management Consulting Used the software for: ### "TAM makes recruiting easy!" January 12, 2015 4.5 Pros From early discussions with the sales team, through purchase, training and using it today, the TAM team has been 100% by my side. They are always accessible and ready to answer my many questions. Cons Initially the product did not work smoothly with my Outlook, but recent upgrades have made it seamless. For every request (an upgrade or tweak) that I have sent in, they have been able to match or better. Again, they're very responsive. Review Source KM Kelsey M. Computer Software Used the software for: ### "TAM is a great tool! " May 23, 2014 4.5 Pros TAM has been a wonderful tool for my recruiting needs. The software is easy to use, and the support staff is always available and very prompt with service tickets. The developers are always listening for ways to improve their software and make changes as necessary. Our experience with TAM has been wonderful. I don't see any reason to explore other options. It's perfect for the size of our company and the number of applicants we receive. Cons I wish there were a better way to organize pipeline candidates - the candidates you don't want to hire at the moment but wouldn't mind reviewing for future opportunities. Review Source DM Donna M. Recruiter Medical Practice Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "I love TAM" January 5, 2018 5.0 coming from a big company like University hospitals were are ATS system was sometimes difficult to use TAM made me appreciate this more because I was able to jump right in with the help of customer service agent and he always answers my follow up questions and the IT team has been so helpful as well. Highly recommend TAM to other companies looking for a user friendly ATS system. Pros TAM is user friendly I was able to learn being new with how to utilize the system and answer all my questions right away. Review Source BM Barbara M. Computer Software Used the software for: ### "Happy with my ATS!" March 24, 2014 5.0 Pros Everyone on TAM's staff is very easy to work with and has excellent listening skills. They are able to resolve issues quickly and easily, and they remember queries when sending out updates. I'm able to configure the recruiting workflow in any fashion and have multiple workflows. The system is very easy to learn and utilize, and the candidate application process can be configured to be as short and simple (or long and laborious) as the employer wants. Cons I really don't have any major complaints. They've added an optional approval process which is something I'd mentioned to them previously. Review Source PG Piyush G. President Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "President" August 9, 2019 5.0 So far so good - quiz me in a month - I will be a pro Pros Integration with Indeed.com was our basic requirement - I like Verified First's integration with the ATS Cons Want to have integration with Skills testing. Reason for choosing The Applicant Manager n/a Review Source CS Cynthia S. HR Manager Hospitality Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Peace of Mind" December 1, 2015 5.0 Pros TAM takes the hassle out of recruiting and there is always someone available to speak with if I ever have a question. Cons One thing that would make posting a picture in an ad easier, is allowing JPG to be uploaded instead of having to place the URL of a photo. Review Source RL Rebecca L. Human Resources Administrator Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "TAM is a Wonderful Applicant Tracking System!" March 22, 2017 5.0 TAM has been a great investment for our company! The set up process was fairly painless. The system has been very easy to use, and very configurable to our hiring needs. We love that it automatically posts on multiple job boards at once, the pre-screening questions are essential in helping narrow down the most qualified candidates, and best of all, the support staff at TAM is always very helpful! I highly recommend this ATS! You will not be disappointed. Review Source CF Corky F. Recruiter Management Consulting Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Excellent Customer Service and Search Capabilities" January 22, 2016 5.0 Pros The people at The Applicant Manager are great. We looked into lots of different Applicant Tracking systems and kept coming back to TAM. They answered every question I threw at them. What was great was that everyone I spoke to had recruiting experience. TAM has such an easy interface where I can take notes as I'm conducting my phone screen. I love the search capabilities and how easy it is to tailor the workflow. Customer Service is top notch. I get a response almost immediately if I have a problem or question. They also offer great ideas around Recruiting best practices especially during set up. Cons It would be great if they had an interview tab so results could be added directly into this section. Review Source DJ Dorothy J. Real Estate Used the software for: ### "Love The Applicant Manager" February 4, 2015 5.0 Pros I like the transparency of each candidate's profile and my ability to easily review status, resume, accompanying documents and communicate with candidate right from TAM. Cons Sometimes, the "knock out" pre-screening questions manage to let the candidate through even when they haven't answered the question, (i.e. what is your salary expectation? answer: $1). That's a waste of time, because then I have to take the time to communicate with the candidate and get the right info from them. It's a slight flaw. Review Source KH Kristina H. Primary/Secondary Education Used the software for: ### "Recruiting Manager" August 15, 2014 4.5 Pros This system is easy to learn and very affordable. They are easy to get in touch with and willing to help out as much as they can on any issue. Cons We are on a tight budget, so this is the best option for us. For the price, there are so many great features. However, I do wish there were some more options and easy access to another "hired" database after an employee is hired. I know they are working on it, but I wish there were more seamless options when running background checks and payroll. Review Source TF Tamara F. Vice President Philanthropy Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "WONDERFUL PRODUCT" October 29, 2015 5.0 Pros Very intuitive, user friendly and staff is very helpful! TAM is upfront and honest about their abilities/service. ALL TOP NOTCH. Interested in matching your needs (and they did!). We track for AA/EEO compliance - simple reporting. Highly recommend. Cons I haven't found anything I dislike yet. I have been using for 6 months. All staff love it. Review Source DK Dale K. Recruiting Manager Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "I have had a very postivie experience using TAM." August 10, 2016 4.5 Pros It is very user friendly and I have received excellent customer service and technical support, when requested. Cons I do not have any issue with the product and would highly recommend it. Review Source CS Cathy S. Used the software for: ### "" October 18, 2013 5.0 I purchased The Applicant Manager (TAM) a few months ago and am really pleased. I've worked in Staffing for many years, from large corporations to independent consulting. Now that I'm an onsite for a technology company (with a growing staff of 85+), I wanted something that was simple, was cost-effective, and would be easy to build on as our company grows. TAM fits the bill. Out of the 10 demos, The Applicant Manager won me over hands down, plus their customer service is first class! If you're looking to brand your company, TAM interacts well with Glassdoor, Indeed, and Simply Hired as well. I'm a satisfied customer. Review Source MY Magnolia Y. Used the software for: ### "The Applicant Manager is absolutely working for TMT!" May 30, 2014 5.0 Pros The Applicant Manager (better known as TAM) made our recruitment process so much easier. Managers are very pleased with all the features, from being able to share resumes to searching the database. Since I am the only recruiter at TMT, managing the positions and resumes is now a breeze. Also, TAM has impressed me with their very responsive customer service and their willingness to listen to added system feature requests. Cons Nothing bad to say. I like everything about the system. Review Source LM Laura M. Media Production Used the software for: ### "I love The Applicant Manager!" January 16, 2014 5.0 Pros The Applicant Manager is very user-friendly for me in HR and also for the hiring managers. The ability to write notes and changes candidates to phone screen/interview, etc makes the hiring process easy to manage. Also, Jim and Edna are always responsive if I have a question or issue. I would recommend this product to anyone! Cons I have been using TAM now for about a year and a half now, and we switched from Taleo. I have found nothing wrong with TAM so far. Everything is great! Review Source JG Jacqui G. HR Manager Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Our Experience with TAM" June 7, 2016 5.0 Pros So easy to use, the support team is so easy to work with, responds quickly, and very helpful. Cons We've not seen any outstanding limitations with this product. Review Source DK Dan K. Food & Beverages Used the software for: ### "Our first Applicant tracking system (ATS)" September 15, 2014 4.5 Pros The software is very easy to implement and the supplier is HR-centric, so most of our functional concerns were covered well with the product. I love the fact that it's hosted, and they were very flexible with matching the "look and feel" of our company webpage to their product. Cons I can't think of anything to say other than the product "is what it is." We found it to fit our needs, but if you want a significant amount of flexibility, you may not have enough choices. Review Source DH Dave H. Recruiting Manager Philanthropy Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "TAM applicant information system" August 15, 2015 4.5 Pros The product is generally easy to use with minimal training required. There is an extensive Knowledge Base (FAQ/guide) and the support team responds promptly and professionally to all questions. Cons No dislikes so far. Product has met the needs we were looking to fill with an applicant information system. Review Source BC Brentley C. HR Manager Computer Software Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Great Product for Mid-Sized Businesses" July 19, 2016 4.5 Pros This product is very versatile and affordable. It met (and exceeded) our core applicant tracking system needs. It's easy to use, yet offers a wide range of capabilities for mid-sized companies. Cons The reporting features were adequate, but perhaps not as easy to use as other vendors/ ATS. Review Source CR Carolyn R. Owner Staffing and Recruiting Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Look no further for great applicant tracking!" February 17, 2016 5.0 Pros Super easy to use, very powerful and adaptable to different business models. Cons Sometimes a little quirky and glitchy on mobile devices (an app would be great!) in the resume views and email functionality. I'd also like a widget that will make it super easy to list on my website. Review Source EG Erik G. Computer Software Used the software for: ### "Great ATS, Great Price, Great Support!" May 6, 2014 5.0 Pros I really like the UI aspect of the system. It's very easy to work with and looks good. I also really like the support that comes along with the subscription. They always welcome recommendations, and if it makes sense, then they make changes based on the feedback. Also, it does everything I need it to do for me. Cons Nothing. Like I said before, even if you are a beginner using an ATS, you will become a pro in a couple days. Review Source KP Kristina P. HR and Office Administrator Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Nonprofit Review" August 9, 2019 4.0 Pros Easy to use for both user and administrator Cons There are parts when sending the rejection letters that's a bit confusing. The tables become distorted and it doesn't give you a message if the template run before hitting Save. Review Source SB Samuel B. Owner Operator Retail Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Keeps thing simple" February 9, 2021 4.0 Overall it is easy to use and the more you do the easier it is and the more you see it offers. Pros I enjoy the easy use of this application and several other applicant tracking features it offers. Cons Initial set up can be aggravating at the beginning but becomes easier after use. 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