Ballista vs Nabbed

Ballista is a groundbreaking job search platform that addresses the challenges job seekers face in the digital application process. Designed to combat the pervasive "black hole" phenomenon where resumes become lost in the vast sea of online applications, Ballista offers a unique solution: it physically mails your resume directly to the hiring manager's desk. This innovative approach bypasses the limitations of automated Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and HR filters, ensuring that your application is seen by a real person. With a focus on delivering a tangible and memorable experience, Ballista empowers job seekers of all levels—from recent graduates to seasoned executives—who are frustrated with traditional online applications. For just $5 per application, you can transform from an anonymous data point into a standout candidate, dramatically increasing your chances of landing that coveted job.

Nabbed is the first CRM built specifically for sales and revenue professionals managing their career. Track job applications in a visual pipeline, build a contact CRM with warm path mapping, get AI-powered company intelligence (funding, headcount, Glassdoor ratings), and autofill applications on 60+ ATS platforms with our Chrome extension. Features include Gmail auto-sync that detects interviews and rejections, hiring signal alerts when target companies are growing, interview prep with AI coaching, salary benchmarking with offer analysis, and a Job Fit Score that matches your profile to listings. Search 11 job sources at once including Google Jobs, Indeed, LinkedIn, and Glassdoor. Free tier available, Core at $19/mo.