PhoneScreen and Workstream
Add structured phone screens in 34 languages, resume screening and automated reference checks to Workstream—with a plan that includes phone screens.
Checked against Workstream's public pages on October 2, 2026.
More than an AI interviewer
Three hiring steps. One remarkably low price.
Screen resumes, interview candidates and check references in one recruiting workflow.
Resume Screener
Sort applicants into Yes, Maybe or No before you call them. Try the public demo free; resume screening is included in every subscription.
Try resume screeningAI Interviewer
Choose phone or, with beta access, live AI video for each role. Both use your questions and return explained scores for each answer.
Plans from $99/monthReference Agent
Collect consistent reference feedback by text or phone call without the scheduling chase. Included with Pro and Enterprise.
Automate reference checksAt a glance
| Our pick for hourly hiringPhoneScreen | Workstream | |
|---|---|---|
| Built for | Structured first-round phone screens, plus live AI video in a limited beta, for hourly and high-volume hiring | Workstream is an all-in-one hiring, HR and payroll platform for hourly, multi-location businesses such as restaurant chains, franchises, retail, healthcare and hospitality. Its VoiceAI is an AI phone agent within the Hiring plan that screens applicants and handles interview reminders and rescheduling. |
| Published pricing | Basic: $99/month with 25 credits. Pro: $249/month with 100. Enterprise: $1,999/month with 1,000. Phone uses 1 credit; video uses 2 with beta access. Overage is $4 phone or $8 video. First 10 phone screens free. | Not published; plans (Hiring, Essentials, All-in-One, Premium) quoted through sales. VoiceAI is listed as part of the Hiring plan. |
| Beyond phone interviews | AI video screens in limited beta; resume screener in every plan; Reference Agent with Pro and Enterprise | Capabilities and availability vary by product and plan; see the sourced details below |
| Start today without sales | Yes — create an account and run a real screen | No |
| Candidate phone experience | Candidates call from a link whenever they are ready, 24/7; outbound calling is also available | Phone (VoiceAI), Async video (VideoAI), Text-to-apply, Messaging |
| Interview languages | 34, transcripts and scores in English | English, Spanish and Mandarin (per Workstream's blog) |
| Integrations | Indeed, CareerPlug, Hireology, ApplicantPro, Workstream, Zapier, API and webhooks, ChatGPT and Claude (MCP) | Indeed, ZipRecruiter, ADP, UKG, Paychex, Paylocity, Toast, Square |
The PhoneScreen advantage
Why add PhoneScreen to Workstream?
- You already use Workstream and want screens in more languages: Workstream applicant events can start PhoneScreen screens in any of 34 languages, so you can use both
- You want published subscriptions from $99/month with included phone screens, a 10-screen trial, and $4 additional completed screens
- You want each answer scored 0-100 against your own question, with reasoning, a recording and a transcript
What to compare before you decide
The products are not identical. These are the practical differences that affect cost, candidate access and how quickly an hourly hiring team can get started.
- Workstream is a full ATS, HR and payroll suite; PhoneScreen is a standalone AI phone interviewer that works alongside your ATS
- Workstream does not publish pricing and steers buyers to a demo; PhoneScreen is self-serve from $99/month with included screens and $4 additional screens with the first 10 free
- Workstream says VoiceAI covers English, Spanish and Mandarin; PhoneScreen interviews in 34 languages
- Workstream also offers async video interviews (VideoAI); PhoneScreen offers phone interviews and live AI video screens in a limited beta; SMS and email are used for invitations and follow-ups
- The two can work together: PhoneScreen integrates with Workstream, so Workstream applicant events can start PhoneScreen screens
Common questions
Is PhoneScreen a Workstream alternative? +
It is more often a companion. PhoneScreen connects to Workstream, so new Workstream applicants can start a PhoneScreen interview automatically and the scorecard comes back. Teams use PhoneScreen alongside Workstream when they want phone interviews in 34 languages and included monthly screening allowances.
How much does Workstream cost? +
Workstream does not publish pricing on its website as of October 2, 2026; pricing is quoted through sales. PhoneScreen starts at $99/month with 25 shared credits and $4 phone/$8 video overages with beta access, after a 10-phone-screen trial.
Can I try PhoneScreen without talking to sales? +
Yes. Sign up, paste a job posting, and your first 10 completed phone screens are free. No card is needed. You can also try the free phone demo or the limited public video demo. Video for your own roles requires beta access.
What does PhoneScreen include besides phone interviews? +
AI video screening in a limited beta, a Resume Screener that sorts applicants into Yes, Maybe or No, plus Reference Agent for structured reference checks by text or phone. Reference Agent is included with Pro and Enterprise. Plans start at $99/month with included phone screens.
Where did this information come from? +
Workstream's own public pages and the other sources listed on this page, checked on October 2, 2026. If something has changed, email [email protected] and we will correct it.
Sources
- Workstream homepage
- Workstream VoiceAI
- Workstream Hiring
- Workstream pricing
- Workstream integrations
- Workstream blog: Voice AI hiring software
Product names belong to their owners. This page describes Workstream from its public materials as of October 2, 2026 and is not endorsed by Workstream. Corrections: [email protected].
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