AI Interviewer vs AI Recruiter in PyjamaHR: Key Differences, Pricing, and Best Use Cases

Executive Summary

PyjamaHR offers two powerful AI-driven solutions for streamlining your hiring process: the AI Interviewer and the upcoming AI Recruiter. While both automate candidate interviews, they differ significantly in pricing, scale, and workflow. This article breaks down the core differences, best use cases, and practical steps to help you choose the right solution for your hiring needs.

Detailed Overview

What is the AI Interviewer?

The AI Interviewer is an on-demand, pay-per-use feature in PyjamaHR that conducts automated interviews with your candidates. Each interview is charged at $1/interview, making it ideal for teams with fluctuating or lower interview volumes.

When to Use:
- You have a small or unpredictable number of candidates.
- You want to pay only for what you use.
- You’re piloting AI interviews before scaling up.

What is the AI Recruiter?

The AI Recruiter is a soon-to-be-launched subscription feature. For $250/month, you can hire an AI recruiter who will conduct up to 2,000 AI interviews per month for your organization.

When to Use:
- You have high or consistent interview volumes.
- You want predictable monthly costs.
- You’re scaling up hiring and need maximum efficiency.

Integration with PyjamaHR

Both features are designed to work seamlessly within the PyjamaHR platform, integrating with your existing candidate pipeline, job postings, and reporting dashboards.

Business Impact & Benefits

Cost Efficiency: Choose the model that fits your hiring volume and budget.
Scalability: Move from pay-per-use to subscription as your needs grow.
Automation: Free up recruiter time and accelerate candidate screening.

Step-by-Step Guide: Choosing and Using AI Interviewer vs AI Recruiter

1. Assess Your Interview Volume

Low/Variable Volume: Start with AI Interviewer ($1/interview).
High/Consistent Volume: Consider AI Recruiter ($250/month for up to 2,000 interviews).

2. Accessing the Feature

AI Interviewer:
Navigate to the “Interviews” tab in PyjamaHR.
Select “AI Interviewer.”
Purchase credits as needed (see “Buy Credits” button).
Assign candidates to AI interviews.

(Screenshot: “Interviews” tab with “Buy Credits” button highlighted)

AI Recruiter (Coming Soon):
Go to the “AI Recruiter” section (visible after launch).
Subscribe for $250/month.
Assign up to 2,000 candidates per month for AI interviews.

(Screenshot: Subscription page with “Subscribe” button and monthly quota display)

3. Monitoring Usage

AI Interviewer: Track credits used and remaining in your dashboard.
AI Recruiter: Monitor monthly interview count and remaining quota.

4. Switching Between Models

If your interview volume increases, consider upgrading to AI Recruiter for cost savings.
If your volume drops, pause or cancel the AI Recruiter subscription and use AI Interviewer credits as needed.

Advanced Usage & Best Practices

Optimize Cost: Calculate your average monthly interviews. If you exceed 250 interviews/month, AI Recruiter offers better value.
Bulk Assignments: Use bulk actions to assign multiple candidates to AI interviews, especially with the AI Recruiter plan.
Monitor Quotas: Avoid running out of credits (AI Interviewer) or exceeding monthly limits (AI Recruiter).
Reporting: Use PyjamaHR’s analytics to track interview outcomes and optimize your hiring funnel.

Troubleshooting & Common Issues

Common Scenarios

“I ran out of AI Interviewer credits.”
Solution: Go to “Buy Credits” and purchase more.
“I’m not sure which plan is best for me.”
Solution: Review your last 3 months’ interview volume. If you’re consistently above 250/month, switch to AI Recruiter.
“Can I switch back to AI Interviewer from AI Recruiter?”
Solution: Yes, you can cancel your subscription and revert to pay-per-use at any time.
“What happens if I exceed 2,000 interviews on AI Recruiter?”
Solution: Contact support for options or purchase additional coverage.

Comprehensive FAQ

How much does an AI interview cost?
$1 per interview with AI Interviewer; AI Recruiter is $250/month for up to 2,000 interviews.
What is the difference between AI Interviewer and AI Recruiter?
AI Interviewer is pay-per-use; AI Recruiter is a subscription with a high monthly quota.
Can I use both features at the same time?
You can switch between them, but typically you’ll use one model at a time.
Is AI Recruiter available now?
It’s launching soon—watch for updates in your PyjamaHR dashboard.
What happens to unused AI Recruiter interviews at month-end?
Unused interviews do not roll over; use your quota within the month.
Can I upgrade or downgrade anytime?
Yes, you can switch plans based on your needs.
How do I track my usage?
Both features have dashboards showing credits or quota used/remaining.
Are there discounts for annual AI Recruiter subscriptions?
Contact support for enterprise or annual pricing options.
Can I assign interviews in bulk?
Yes, use the bulk assignment feature for efficiency.
What if I need more than 2,000 interviews per month?
Contact support for custom solutions.

Candidate Pipeline: Integrate AI interviews into your existing workflow.
Reporting & Analytics: Track interview outcomes and optimize hiring.
Bulk Actions: Assign multiple candidates to AI interviews efficiently.
Support: Reach out for plan changes or high-volume needs.

Still have questions?
Contact PyjamaHR Support via chat or email for personalized assistance.

This article is based on real customer conversations and the latest PyjamaHR feature updates as of June 2024.

AI interviewer vs AI recruiter key differences