Best Job Posting Platforms 2026
by Anonymous
See how Indeed, LinkedIn Jobs, ZipRecruiter stack up on Monthly Visitors, Job Post Duration (days), Candidate Targeting, Employer Branding and other key factors in this detailed comparison.
Indeed
350 million+
monthly visitors
30 (free), 30 (sponsored)
job post duration (days)
Yes (pay-per-click targeting)
candidate targeting
Free company page + paid branding options
employer branding
20-50
avg applications per post
Free (organic) or $5-$15/day (sponsored)
price per post
LinkedIn Jobs
310 million+ (monthly active users)
monthly visitors
30
job post duration (days)
Yes (skills, experience, location, industry)
candidate targeting
Company page + Career page (premium)
employer branding
15-40
avg applications per post
$300-$500/month (promoted)
price per post
ZipRecruiter
36 million+
monthly visitors
30
job post duration (days)
Yes (AI matching, invite-to-apply)
candidate targeting
Company profile page
employer branding
30-60
avg applications per post
$299/month (Standard plan for 1 active job)
price per post
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