If you're job hunting in 2026, you've almost certainly considered Huntr at some point. It's one of the better-known names in the auto-apply / career-tooling space, alongside AutoApplyMax. They're often compared head-to-head — but they're built for slightly different goals. This guide breaks down features, pricing, automation depth, AI tools, and platform coverage so you can pick the one that actually saves you time.
Quick Overview: AutoApplyMax vs Huntr
AutoApplyMax is a Chrome extension focused on full job-application automation. It auto-fills forms and submits applications across LinkedIn, Indeed, Welcome to the Jungle, Glassdoor, and Monster. It includes AI resume tailoring (Groq/Llama 3.3 70B), AI cover letter generation, an ATS score checker, and a real-time dashboard. The free tier includes 2 AI credits; Premium is $9.90/month or $6.60/month annually.
Huntr (huntr.co) is a job search CRM and tracker. Its primary focus is organizing your applications in a Kanban-style board, with a Chrome extension that scrapes job postings into your tracker. Huntr also added AI resume tailoring and cover letters in recent versions. However, Huntr does NOT automate the apply step itself — it's a tracking and tailoring tool, not an auto-apply tool.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | AutoApplyMax | Huntr |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.90/mo or $6.60/mo (annual) | Free + paid tiers up to $39/mo |
| Free Tier | Yes — 2 AI credits | Yes — limited boards/AI |
| Auto-Apply (fill + submit) | Yes — 5 platforms | No — tracking only |
| AI Resume Tailoring | Yes — Groq/Llama 3.3 | Yes — paid tiers |
| AI Cover Letters | Yes — included | Yes — paid tiers |
| Application Tracker | Yes — real-time dashboard | Yes — Kanban (their signature) |
| Job Posting Scraper | Tracks via auto-apply only | Yes — saves jobs as you browse |
| ATS Score Checker | Yes — free | Limited (resume scoring) |
| Time Saved Per Application | ~5 min (fully automated) | ~30 sec (just saves the post) |
Pros and Cons
AutoApplyMax — Pros
- Actually applies for you — Huntr only tracks/saves jobs
- Cheaper across all tiers
- Broader auto-apply platform coverage on the apply side
- Free ATS score checker
- Faster end-to-end: from job page to submitted application in seconds
AutoApplyMax — Cons
- Less polished as a pure tracking CRM (Kanban view is simpler)
- No browser-based "save job for later" without going through the apply flow
Huntr — Pros
- Best-in-class Kanban tracking UX
- Strong "save jobs as you browse" extension feature
- Lots of customization on the tracker (stages, notes, contacts)
- Active community + content
Huntr — Cons
- Doesn't actually auto-apply — you still click submit on every job
- Higher AI tier price for similar features
- Tracker-first approach means you're still doing the application work manually
The Verdict: Which Should You Choose?
Bottom Line
Huntr and AutoApplyMax solve different parts of the job search. Huntr is a tracker (organize jobs you've found, save them, track status). AutoApplyMax is an applier (actually submit applications for you). If you want to spend less time clicking "submit" and more time prepping for interviews, AutoApplyMax wins. If you just want a beautiful Kanban board for jobs you're still applying to manually, Huntr might be enough on its own.
Pricing Breakdown
Both tools use freemium pricing, but the plans target different pain points. Huntr's paid tiers unlock unlimited job tracking, resume tailoring credits, and interview prep flashcards — the "career hub" experience. AutoApplyMax's Premium unlocks unlimited AI resume generations, ATS score checker history, and auto-apply on LinkedIn Easy Apply.
- Huntr Free — job tracking board with limits, 5 AI resume tailoring credits, no bulk applications.
- Huntr Pro ($39/mo) — unlimited tracking, unlimited AI tailoring, interview flashcards, LinkedIn Chrome extension for saving jobs.
- AutoApplyMax Free — 2 AI resume generations/month, unlimited ATS score checks, unlimited universal autofill, application tracker.
- AutoApplyMax Premium (€9.90/mo) — 30 AI generations, ATS score history, AI Career Audit, priority support, no auto-apply throttling.
Rough rule of thumb: if you send <15 applications a week and love a career-hub UI, Huntr Pro is worth $39. If you send 15+ applications weekly and the bottleneck is submitting them, AutoApplyMax Premium at €9.90 pays for itself within one Sunday of job hunting.
AI Features Compared
Huntr's AI focuses on resume tailoring: paste a job description and it rewrites your bullets to match. AutoApplyMax has the same feature plus three others Huntr does not:
- ATS score checker — instant 0-100 score with keyword gaps, no login required. Huntr does not include a score check; it just tailors.
- AI Career Audit (Premium) — reviews your last 30 days of applications and scores + tells you where your resume is losing you interviews.
- AI form-answer engine — the auto-apply bot writes short answers to screening questions ("why do you want this role?") using your CV context. Huntr has no autofill.
- Cover letter generator — both have one; AutoApplyMax's is included on the free tier.
The gap comes down to intent: Huntr optimizes your material. AutoApplyMax optimizes your material and sends it.
Which Job Boards Does Each One Cover?
Coverage decides where the tool is useful.
- Huntr — Chrome extension for saving jobs from LinkedIn, Indeed, Glassdoor, Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, and any custom site. It captures postings; it does not apply.
- AutoApplyMax — real auto-apply on LinkedIn Easy Apply (submits without you clicking), plus universal autofill on 100+ portals: Indeed, Glassdoor, WTTJ, Monster, Greenhouse, Workday, Lever, Ashby, Rippling, SmartRecruiters, Ashby, iCIMS, Taleo, BrassRing.
If you spend most of your time on LinkedIn Easy Apply postings, AutoApplyMax will shave hours off every session. If your search is spread across many ATS portals with heavy resume tailoring per posting, Huntr's tracking + tailoring loop is smoother.
Privacy and Security
Both tools handle your resume and job history, so it's worth knowing where the data lives.
- Huntr — cloud SaaS, data stored on their servers, standard SOC-friendly practices. Team-plan features imply enterprise controls but you're trusting their infra.
- AutoApplyMax — Chrome extension runs locally, only sending prompts to our Supabase Edge Functions when you explicitly hit "Generate CV" or "Auto-Apply". Your CV binary is stored encrypted in Supabase, tied to your account.
Neither shares your data with third parties. Both let you export and delete your account.
Who Should Choose Which Tool?
Choose Huntr if: you already have a stable pipeline of <10 applications a week, want a polished tracker with interview prep, and prefer to click Submit yourself so you feel in control of each application.
Choose AutoApplyMax if: you want to send 15-30+ applications daily on LinkedIn Easy Apply, need an ATS score check before every submit, and want your resume tailored automatically. It's also the answer if you want autofill on non-LinkedIn portals.
Use both if: AutoApplyMax handles the volume + submission on LinkedIn, Huntr Pro tracks your funnel with richer notes for the roles that matter most. The €9.90 + $39 combo is still cheaper than what most job seekers pay for a career coach for a week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Huntr automate job applications?
No. Huntr is a job search CRM that tracks applications and helps tailor resumes/cover letters — but you still have to click submit on every application yourself. AutoApplyMax automates the entire submit step.
Is Huntr free?
Huntr has a free tier with limited features. Paid plans go up to $39/month for the full AI tooling. AutoApplyMax Premium is $9.90/month with all features included.
Should I use Huntr or AutoApplyMax?
They're complementary, not substitutes. If you only want a tracker, Huntr is great. If you want to actually apply faster, AutoApplyMax does that. Many users use both.
Is AutoApplyMax a good Huntr alternative?
AutoApplyMax is a stronger choice if your bottleneck is the time spent submitting applications — not just organizing them. It includes a tracker plus full auto-apply at a lower price than Huntr's top tier.
Try AutoApplyMax — Free Forever Tier Available
You don't need to commit to find out if AutoApplyMax fits your job search. The free tier includes 2 AI credits, full autofill, and the application tracker. Install in under 30 seconds and put the bot to work on your next application.