Apply Online vs Job Manager & Career
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| Feature | Apply Online v2.7.1.1 · checked 23 Oct 2026 Free · ★ 4.1/5 Visit Details | Job Manager & Career v1.5.2 · checked 23 Oct 2026 Free + paid · ★ 4.7/5 Visit Details |
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| At a glance | ||
| Active installs | 2,000+ | 1,000+ |
| Last updated | September 28, 2026 | September 14, 2026 |
| Editions | ApplyOnline · ApplyOnline add-ons ($) | Job Manager & Career · Job Manager & Career Premium ($) |
| Pros | Drag-and-drop application form builder with file attachment fields; Several ad types, each with its own shortcode; Dedicated manager role for reviewing applications | Careers listing by shortcode with location, type and category; Built-in application form stored as applicant records; Featured badge for urgent jobs |
| Cons | Applicant tracking, conditional fields and captcha need paid add-ons; Email notifications rely on the host mail server | Premium upgrade links appear in the plugin screens; Deactivation survey sends system details to the vendor when submitted; Free edition has a small install base and a 2024-era layout not re-checked |
| Mentioned in our posts | 1 | 1 |
| More features | ||
| Other features | Multiple ad types with their own filters, Shortcodes for ad archive, single ad and form, Email notification to recipients on new application, Application manager capability set, Security nonce on application forms, Attachment links on applications, Paid add-on updates through a licence key ($) | Job listings as a custom post type, Applications stored as applicant records, Job listing shortcode for careers pages, Application form on single job pages, Featured badge on job titles, Job filters by location, type and category |
| Integrations | ||
| Plugins | Polylang | — |
| Other | ApplyOnline add-on update server ($) | — |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0 | 4.7 |
| Requires PHP | 7.0 | 5.6 |
| Tested up to | 7.1 | 7.1 |
| Phones home | No | Only if you agree |
| External services | — | feedback.themehigh.in |
| Shortcodes | 7 | — |