The right tool for the top of the funnel
HackerRank is a powerful, broad platform designed to cover the entire technical hiring pipeline, from initial screens to in-depth interviews for later stages. But this comprehensive approach often comes with subscription commitments and complexity that isn't necessary for the most critical stage: the initial screen.
Niju is the specialist. We are laser-focused on perfecting the top of the funnel. We replace the inefficient phone screen with a fast, affordable, and deeply insightful asynchronous interview that gives you a strong signal early, saving your team's valuable time and energy for the best candidates.
| Feature | HackerRank | Niju |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | End-to-end pipeline management | Top-of-funnel screening |
| Pricing model | Monthly / annual subscription | Pay as you go |
| Starting cost | $199 per month (for 10 interviews) | $10 for your first interview |
| Evaluation method | Code submission analysis | Holistic: code, screen, audio and AI analysis |
| Review time | Varies | 5 minutes with AI powered report |
A strong signal, earlier in the process
A passing score on a coding test doesn't tell you how a candidate thinks. HackerRank's asynchronous screens show you the final code, but they miss the most important part: the problem-solving process.
Niju captures the complete picture at the very first step. By recording the candidate's screen, webcam, and audio, we give you invaluable insight into their thought process and communication skills. Our AI-powered report provides a rich, holistic signal that is far more predictive of success. This allows you to confidently advance the right candidates and avoid wasting time on later-stage interviews with a poor fit.
Give your engineers their time back
The true cost of hiring isn't the software, but the time your most valuable engineers spend on interviews. Niju is built on radical efficiency. We've replaced the 60-minute phone screen with a 20-minute asynchronous session and a 5-minute, AI-powered report. This frees your engineering team to focus on what they do best: building your product.
The Niju advantage
Top-of-funnel specialist: the perfect tool for efficient screening
No commitment: Pay only for what you use, when you use it
Holistic signal: Evaluate thought process, not just code
Radical efficiency: 5-minute reviews save hours of engineering time