Overview
Careerleaf
Associations and membership organizations needing branded job boards with strong integrations.
Madgex
Career centers, large associations, publishers, and enterprises needing expert guidance.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Careerleaf | Madgex | CavunoTry free |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $300/mo + $750 setup | Contact sales | $39/mo |
| Charge for job posts | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Job alerts | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Company profiles | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Job aggregation | Yes | No | Yes |
| AI-powered features | No | Yes | Yes |
| Google Indexing API | No | No | Yes |
| Website builder | No | No | Yes |
| AI website builder | No | Not verified | Yes |
| White-label | Yes | Yes | Select plans |
| Built-in blog | Limited | No | Yes |
| Applicant tracking (ATS) | Select plans | No | Yes |
| Candidate profiles | Yes | Not verified | Yes |
| AI resume parsing | Yes | Not verified | Yes |
| API access | Not verified | Not verified | Paid plans |
| CLI | Not verified | Not verified | Yes |
| MCP server | Not verified | Not verified | Yes |
| Webhooks | No | Not verified | Yes |
Research updated October 2026; some details rely on earlier dated sources. A dash means the feature could not be verified. Let us know if anything needs updating.
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- +Launch in under 5 minutes with no code required
- +White-label your job board with your own custom domain
- +AI company enrichment auto-populates logos and descriptions
- +API, SDK, CLI, and MCP on every paid plan — build a custom frontend or run your board from AI and CI
- +Monetize with job posts, bundles, talent access, subscriptions, and ads
- +Zero revenue share options available, starts at just $39/month
Pricing
Careerleaf pricing
Publisher $300/month + $750 setup; Classic $349/month + $850 setup; Community $549/month + $5,000 setup. Separate corporate product: $1,750+ setup, $150/month base plus $50/subsidiary (Basic, min 6) or $100/subsidiary (Premium, min 3).
Publisher
$300/month
$750 one-time setup
- •2,000 published jobs
- •500 email alerts/day
- •10 direct sales/month
- •Stripe e-commerce and backfill options
Classic
$349/month
$850 one-time setup
- •2,000 published jobs
- •500 candidate profiles
- •500 email alerts/day
- •20 direct sales/month
- •Employer ATS included
Community
$549/month
$5,000 one-time setup
- •Association and community product
- •2,000 published jobs
- •2,000 candidate profiles
- •1,500 email alerts/day
- •50 direct sales/month
Corporate setup
From $1,750
Required
- •Corporate careers portal setup
- •Colors, branding, and menus
- •Standard home page template
- •+$250 per subsidiary setup
- •Design work not included
Corporate Basic
$50/subsidiary/month
$150/month base + $50/subsidiary (min 6)
- •Career site software license, hosting, and updates
- •Weekly feed audits
- •72-hour SLA for support issues
- •Email support
Corporate Premium
$100/subsidiary/month
$150/month base + $100/subsidiary (min 3)
- •Career site software license, hosting, and updates
- •Daily feed audits and error notifications
- •12-hour SLA for support issues
- •Live and email support
- •Quarterly check-in with job board expert
Madgex pricing
Enterprise pricing. Contact sales.
Pros and cons
Careerleaf
Madgex
Pros
- +Association-focused with AMS integrations
- +Branded experiences for members
- +ATS connectivity with feed auditing for data quality
- +Transparent pricing
- +Enterprise-grade stability (17M+ monthly job views)
- +True AI/ML capabilities
- +Deep content integration for publishers
- +White-glove service and consultation
- +Proven with major global brands (Financial Times)
Cons
- −Setup fees vary by product; the corporate product also charges per subsidiary
- −Less suited for independent entrepreneurs
- −Smaller user base than major competitors
- −Enterprise pricing excludes small operators
- −Longer implementation timelines
- −Consultative approach requires more involvement
The verdict
Careerleaf
If you're running an association with existing member management infrastructure, Careerleaf's integrations may justify the investment.
Madgex
Madgex is built for large organizations who want a strategic partner rather than just software.
Explore more: Careerleaf alternatives · Madgex alternatives
Competitor research was updated in October 2026. Some details rely on earlier dated sources or require a vendor quote. Confirm current terms before purchasing.