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description: Compare Shine vs Fountain. Learn more about each of the software’s price, features, and helpful software reviews for Irish business users.
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# Compare Shine vs Fountain

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> Detailed comparison between Shine and Fountain. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Shine | Fountain |
| **Overall rating** | 4.7/5 | 4.6/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 16 | 39 |
| **Starting Price** | £185.00 | US$0.01 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | - |
| **Free Version** | No | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### Shine

We work with various brands spanning all industries. Good technology should be transparent, and we are confident that we can fit into any recruitment cycle to save you time, money and process.

### Fountain

Leading organizations and enterprises of all industries that rely on an hourly workforce.

## Key features

### Shine

- API
- Alerts/Notifications
- Applicant Tracking
- Assessment Management
- Background Screening
- Calendar Management
- Candidate Management
- Email Templates
- Feedback Management
- Interview Management
- Interview Scheduling
- Live Video Interview
- Pre-recorded Messages
- Question Library
- Recruitment Management
- Reminders
- Self Service Portal
- Session Recording
- Skill Assessment & Scoring
- Third-Party Integrations

### Fountain

- API
- Alerts/Notifications
- Applicant Tracking
- Assessment Management
- Background Screening
- Calendar Management
- Candidate Management
- Email Templates
- Feedback Management
- Interview Management
- Interview Scheduling
- Live Video Interview
- Pre-recorded Messages
- Question Library
- Recruitment Management
- Reminders
- Self Service Portal
- Session Recording
- Skill Assessment & Scoring
- Third-Party Integrations

## Links

- [View Shine Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/147625/shine)
- [View Fountain Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/178067/fountain)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.ie/compare/147625/178067/shine/vs/fountain)

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