ApplyCraft
6.6#27 in cover letter software$7 one-timeFree planWeb
VisitApplyCraft vs Kickresume
Kickresume
9.0#1 in ai resume buildersFrom $14.40 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | ApplyCraft | Kickresume |
|---|---|---|
| ATS checker | The ATS checker reports a readiness score and can compare resume keywords with a pasted job description; its score is an ApplyCraft heuristic and does not guarantee ATS success. | Its ATS Resume Checker scores resumes, compares them with successful examples, and gives optimization feedback. |
| Privacy | Core resume and cover-letter editing happens in the browser, and content is not sent to or stored on ApplyCraft servers unless an optional online feature is used. | Kickresume says it does not share user data with third parties unless users give permission. |
ApplyCraft plans
- FreeFree
- Active Search Pass$7, paid once
Kickresume plans
- FreeFree
- Premium — Monthly$24 a month
- Premium — Quarterly$18 a month
- Premium — Yearly$8 a month
- Grammar Correction$30 a month
- Grammar Correction$30, paid once
Pick ApplyCraft if…
ApplyCraft is intended for students, career changers, international applicants, and experienced professionals preparing job applications. It may suit people who want document templates, ATS guidance, and an application workflow in a browser.
Pick Kickresume if…
Kickresume suits job seekers who want resume and cover-letter templates, AI-assisted writing, ATS checks, or career suggestions. It also supports students who verify status through ISIC, ITIC, or UNiDAYS to receive Premium for free.