Comparison 2026

Oblivion vs Manatal

Manatal's per-seat model penalises growth. Oblivion's flat monthly rate lets you add recruiters without the bill exploding.

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Why Agencies Switch

The Problems with Manatal

❌ Costs grow every time you hire a recruiter

This is the #1 complaint from Manatal users switching to Oblivion.

❌ No shift scheduling or temp worker management

Gaps that cost agencies time and money every single week.

❌ Limited invoicing — no umbrella payroll

Forces workarounds with spreadsheets or expensive integrations.

❌ No WhatsApp bulk messaging

Critical for modern candidate engagement — missing in Manatal.

❌ No built-in GDPR right-to-work compliance

Support gaps that slow agencies down at critical moments.

✅ Oblivion includes all of this

Built for agencies managing temps, perm placements, clients, payroll and compliance — all from one platform.

Feature Comparison

Oblivion vs Manatal — Feature by Feature

FeatureOblivionManatal
Flat-rate pricing✅ Yes — from $499/mo❌ Per-seat charges
60-day free trial✅ No credit card needed❌ Shorter trial periods
ATS + CRM combined✅ Fully integrated✅ Yes
WhatsApp messaging✅ Built-in bulk messaging❌ Not included
Shift scheduling✅ Full temp worker scheduling❌ Not available
Umbrella payroll✅ Integrated invoicing❌ No payroll tools
GDPR compliance✅ Right-to-work, DBS checks❌ Limited
AI CV parsing✅ 42+ AI features❌ Basic only
Dedicated account manager✅ On all plans❌ Enterprise only
Free data migration✅ 48-hour migration❌ Paid service
Pricing

Transparent Pricing vs Manatal's Per-Seat Model

Manatal
From $19/user/month (scales to $1,000s as team grows)

Costs increase with every recruiter you add. No budget certainty.

Oblivion
From $499/mo flat — 20 recruiters, 8 clients

One fixed monthly price. Grow your team without growing your bill.

FAQ

Common Questions About Switching from Manatal

Is Oblivion better than Manatal for staffing agencies?

Manatal is great for talent acquisition teams, but temp and labour hire agencies need payroll, compliance, and shift tools that Manatal simply doesn't offer.

How does the pricing compare?

Manatal charges From $19/user/month (scales to $1,000s as team grows). Oblivion charges From $499/mo flat — 20 recruiters, 8 clients. For agencies with 5+ recruiters, the savings are immediate and compound as you grow.

How long does migration from Manatal take?

Our migration team handles everything in 48 hours. We transfer all candidates, client records, job history, and documents — no data loss, no downtime.

What happens after the free trial?

After your 60-day trial you choose your plan — Starter at $499/mo, Professional at $999/mo, or Enterprise at $1,999/mo. No hidden fees, no setup costs.

Ready to Switch from Manatal?

Book a free demo and see why agencies are switching to Oblivion. Free 60-day trial, free migration, dedicated support.

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