Simple CVA Simplify alternative built around your CV
Simplify is good at one thing: filling in application forms for you. Simple CV works the other way round. You build a CV you're proud of, save jobs from LinkedIn, Xing, Indeed, Glassdoor, or Stepstone in one click, and see which CV you sent to each one. Here's an honest look at both.
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What each one actually does, based on public information as of October 2026.
Built for
Simple CV
Writing a strong CV and keeping your job search organized
Simplify
Applying to many jobs fast, with autofill and job matching
Job tracker
Simple CV
Free. An eight-stage board with notes, salary, and the full job description for every role
Simplify
Free application tracking
Browser extension
Simple CV
Saves a job to your board in one click. Chrome, Edge, and Firefox
Simplify
Autofills application forms in one click
Autofill application forms
Simple CV
No
Simplify
Yes, on company career sites and applicant tracking systems such as Workday, Greenhouse, and Lever
Job sites
Simple CV
LinkedIn, Xing, Indeed, Glassdoor, Stepstone, and most company career pages
Simplify
Company career sites and the major applicant tracking systems
CV templates
Simple CV
40+ designs, including Europass and ATS-friendly layouts, exported as a PDF with no watermark
Simplify
Resume builder with AI tailoring to a job
Cover letters
Simple CV
Free templates. AI drafts with three free uses, unlimited on Premium
Simplify
AI cover letters on Simplify+
Price
Simple CV
Free to build, export, and track. Premium is $6.99 a month or $39.99 a year
Simplify
Free core features. Simplify+ is a paid plan, see their site for current prices
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Which one should you pick?
Pick Simplify if
- You're applying to a lot of roles on US company career sites
- Typing the same details into application forms is your biggest time sink
- You already have a CV you're happy with
Pick Simple CV if
- You want the CV itself to be strong, with 40+ templates and honest AI feedback
- You apply in Europe and use Xing, Stepstone, or a Europass CV
- You want to know which CV version you sent to each job, and which one gets replies
- You want your CV and tracker on the web and on your iPhone, in your own language
You can also use both. Some people autofill forms with Simplify and keep their CVs and application board in Simple CV. Our extension only saves jobs to your board and never touches application forms.
Frequently asked questions
Is Simple CV a free Simplify alternative?
Yes. The job tracker, the browser extension, and analytics are free. Building and exporting your CV is free too. Premium adds unlimited AI and every template.
Does Simple CV autofill job applications?
No. Our extension saves the job to your board with its title, company, location, and link. Simple CV focuses on the CV you send and on keeping your search organized.
Can I bring my resume over from Simplify?
Yes. Download your resume as a PDF and upload it to Simple CV. The AI turns it into an editable CV that you can restyle with any template. Importing is free.
Which job sites does the Simple CV extension work on?
LinkedIn, Xing, Indeed, Glassdoor, Stepstone, and most company career pages. You can also add any job by its URL or type it in yourself.
Which browsers does the extension support?
Chrome, Edge, and Firefox, plus other Chromium-based browsers.
Is Simple CV part of Simplify?
No. Simple CV is an independent CV builder, on the App Store since 2021. We aren't affiliated with Simplify.
Simplify is a trademark of its owner. Simple CV isn't affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Simplify. This comparison is based on publicly available information as of October 2026.
Bring order to your job search
Add the extension, save your first job, and watch your board come together. Free with your Simple CV account.
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