SeekOut

SeekOut is operated by SeekOut, Inc., headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, United States (Privately held; raised $189M+ at $1.5B valuation (Tiger Global, Madrona, Founders Circle)). The product launched in 2017 and an AI talent search platform for technical and specialist recruiting. This 2026 review covers operator context, the current tier ladder, the feature set that matters for buyers and the live signals to watch before subscribing.

Quick facts

• Operator: SeekOut, Inc.
• Headquarters: Bellevue, Washington, United States
• Public-market status: Privately held; raised $189M+ at $1.5B valuation (Tiger Global, Madrona, Founders Circle)
• Founded: 2017
• Category: crm & sales
• Current tiers: Recruiter / Recruiter Plus / Enterprise
• Anchor price (2026): custom pricing
• Competitive set: competing with hireEZ, LinkedIn Recruiter and Entelo in talent sourcing

What is SeekOut?

SeekOut is an AI talent search platform for technical and specialist recruiting. The product is competing with hireEZ, LinkedIn Recruiter and Entelo in talent sourcing. Customers buy a tier that matches their usage profile — the entry tier handles AI-powered talent search across public profiles, while the mid and premium tiers add depth such as diversity and inclusion filters and GitHub and academic profile sourcing. Subscription billing happens through the operator's checkout or partner billing surfaces (App Store / Google Play / direct card on file).

Why choose SeekOut

Operator and market position

SeekOut, Inc. runs SeekOut from Bellevue, Washington, United States. Its public-market status (Privately held; raised $189M+ at $1.5B valuation (Tiger Global, Madrona, Founders Circle)) and category position (competing with hireEZ, LinkedIn Recruiter and Entelo in talent sourcing) shape the credibility of the operator's roadmap and pricing decisions. Buyers should weigh that operator context alongside headline features — a well-capitalised parent typically translates into faster bug fixes, longer support cycles and more predictable price changes than a smaller indie operator.

Tier ladder and pricing

The SeekOut tier ladder runs Recruiter, Recruiter Plus, Enterprise. Anchor pricing in 2026 starts around custom pricing for the entry tier and steps up by tier with named feature unlocks. Confirm the live regional price on the operator's site, then cross-check Subger's true-price tracker for SeekOut for the all-in renewal cost after taxes and FX conversion.

Apps, integrations and customer experience

Apps and customer-experience surfaces matter as much as headline feature counts. SeekOut delivers its core workflow across the platform surfaces listed in the platform table below, with notifications and self-service flows handled in-app. The 2025-2026 differentiator to watch: 2024-2025 SeekOut Assist GPT-powered candidate research and SeekOut Grow for internal mobility.

SeekOut features that matter in 2026

Current feature set that buyers should weigh:

• AI-powered talent search across public profiles
• diversity and inclusion filters
• GitHub and academic profile sourcing
• ATS integrations (Greenhouse, Workday, Lever)
• talent insights and market analytics
• Chrome extension

Feature availability varies by region and tier; the headline list above reflects the operator's primary positioning. Confirm specific regional availability on the operator's marketing pages before committing.

SeekOut pricing in 2026

The SeekOut tier ladder in 2026 looks like:

Headline prices step up across the ladder; promotional first-period anchors and regional FX can change the all-in cost. Subger's tools reconcile the list price with the actual renewal cost:

SeekOut apps and platform support

Surface availability can vary by region and tier; confirm current app availability and supported devices on the operator's site before subscribing.

Who SeekOut fits

SeekOut is most likely a good match for the following buyers:

• Enterprise talent teams sourcing engineers, doctors and other specialist roles — the core target audience for the product.
• Category-focused subscribers who specifically want AI-powered talent search across public profiles from competing with hireEZ, LinkedIn Recruiter and Entelo in talent sourcing rather than a generalist platform.
• Tier-comparing households or teams evaluating the Recruiter → Enterprise ladder and willing to pay up for ATS integrations (Greenhouse, Workday, Lever).
• Cross-device users who need apps across the surfaces in the platform table above.
• Price-sensitive shoppers who want to track promotional anchors via Subger's true-price tracker and deals page before committing to annual billing.

Frequently asked questions

Who runs SeekOut and where is it based?

SeekOut is run by SeekOut, Inc., headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, United States. The operator's public-market status is: Privately held; raised $189M+ at $1.5B valuation (Tiger Global, Madrona, Founders Circle). The product was founded in 2017.

How much does SeekOut cost in 2026?

The 2026 tier ladder is Recruiter, Recruiter Plus, Enterprise, with anchor pricing starting around custom pricing. Regional currency and promotional cycles can shift the all-in cost; Subger's true-price tracker reconciles the headline price with renewal reality.

Is there a free tier or free trial for SeekOut?

There is no perpetual free tier listed for the standard SeekOut subscription; the operator may run introductory trials periodically. Check the live signup page for current trial promotions.

Where is SeekOut available?

Availability follows the operator's licensing and service footprint from Bellevue, Washington, United States. Confirm regional availability on the official site before subscribing.

What 2025-2026 features set SeekOut apart right now?

The live differentiator to watch: 2024-2025 SeekOut Assist GPT-powered candidate research and SeekOut Grow for internal mobility. Pair that with the headline features (AI-powered talent search across public profiles, diversity and inclusion filters, GitHub and academic profile sourcing) to judge whether the current roadmap fits your needs.

Which competitors should buyers compare SeekOut against?

SeekOut is most directly competing with hireEZ, LinkedIn Recruiter and Entelo in talent sourcing. Run a side-by-side feature and price comparison with those alternatives — Subger's category pages help with the shortlist.

How do I cancel SeekOut?

Cancel through the account or subscription settings on the surface where you bought the plan: the operator's website for direct subscriptions, the App Store or Google Play for in-app purchases, or the partner billing portal for bundled subscriptions. Subger's cancellation guide for SeekOut walks through each route step-by-step.

Does SeekOut offer a team or multi-seat plan?

Multi-user, team or seat structure depends on the tier. Higher tiers commonly add admin controls and SSO; entry tiers can restrict simultaneous usage. Confirm the per-tier seat limit on the live pricing page before committing.

How can I track price changes for SeekOut?

Subger's renewal tracker for SeekOut records list-price changes plus promotional anchors over time. Pair it with the deals page for current discount codes and the promo codes page for stackable savings at signup.

Get started with SeekOut

Confirm the current regional price on the SeekOut, Inc. signup page, choose the tier that matches your usage (Recruiter or Recruiter Plus are the most common starting points), and check Subger's deals page for SeekOut for promotional anchors before completing checkout. Track the subscription's true renewal cost with the true-price tracker once you're signed up.

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