HireVue Hidden Costs 2026: True Cost Breakdown

Quick Answer

Last verified: January 28, 2026

HireVue pricing varies by team size and features, ranging from $35K to $175K per year in 2026. Your actual cost depends on the tier you choose, contract length, and negotiated discounts.

Use the interactive pricing calculator to estimate your exact cost based on team size and requirements.

Free tier: No free tier available
Billing: Monthly and annual (save 15-20%)
Hidden costs: Add ~35% for implementation, support, and training

Hidden Costs Breakdown

Pricing tied to company size, not usage: HireVue's Essentials package starts at $35,000/year for companies with 2,500-7,500 employees. Smaller companies cannot purchase HireVue at this price point. Enterprise pricing ($75,000+/year) is for companies over 7,500 employees. Pricing scales steeply with headcount, not interview volume.

Implementation and onboarding not included: Professional services for implementation, custom branding, and workflow configuration typically cost $10,000-$30,000 depending on complexity. White-glove onboarding on Premium plans adds $20,000-$50,000. Budget 2-4 months for full implementation.

Per-assessment or per-candidate fees may apply: Some HireVue pricing models include per-assessment fees for AI-powered video evaluations, especially for high-volume hiring. Enterprise and Premium plans may include usage caps, with overage charges for exceeding candidate volumes. Clarify usage limits during negotiation.

AI assessment models are premium features: AI-powered candidate scoring, bias detection, and custom assessment models are only available on Enterprise ($75,000+/year) and Premium ($125,000+/year) plans. Essentials includes video interviewing only, without AI capabilities.

Integration and API access limited on lower tiers: Essentials includes standard ATS/HRIS integrations. Advanced integrations, API access, and custom workflows require Enterprise or Premium plans. Custom integrations may require additional development time or middleware ($5,000-$20,000 annually).

Annual contracts with no flexibility: HireVue requires annual contracts with upfront or quarterly payments. Early termination fees apply. Mid-contract upgrades are prorated, but downgrades are not refunded until renewal. Minimum contract lengths are typically 12 months.

Example: True Cost for 25 Users

License (25 × $75000 × 12)	$22,500,000/yr
Implementation (one-time)	+$15,000–$50,000
Premium Support (20%)	+$4,500,000/yr
Training (25 × $500)	+$12,500
Admin (part-time)	+$15,000–$25,000/yr
Year 1 Total	$33,775,000–$36,060,000

That's 1.8–2.5× the advertised license price.

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What hidden costs should I budget for with HireVue?

Beyond the license fee, budget for implementation ($5K-$100K+), training ($500-$2K per user), premium support (15-20% of license), and admin costs. Most companies see 40-60% higher total cost than the listed price.

02 Does HireVue charge for implementation?

HireVue doesn't include implementation in the license cost. Implementation is typically done by partners and costs range from $5,000 for basic setup to $100,000+ for enterprise deployments with customization.

03 How much does HireVue support cost?

Basic support is included, but premium support (faster response times, 24/7 availability) typically adds 15-20% to your annual contract. This can be thousands of dollars per year for larger deployments.

04 Are there storage costs with HireVue?

Most HireVue plans include limited storage. Once you exceed the included amount, you'll pay overage fees which can range from $50-$500+ per month depending on data volume.

05 What add-ons cost extra with HireVue?

Many features marketed as part of HireVue are actually add-ons: advanced reporting, API access, integrations, and specialized modules. Each can add $10-$100+ per user per month.

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