PhoneScreen and Workstream
Add structured phone screens in 34 languages, free resume screening and automated reference checks to Workstream—without another monthly subscription.
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 without adding another monthly software subscription.
Resume Screener
Sort applicants into Yes, Maybe or No before you call them. Fast, consistent and completely free.
Screen resumes freeAI Phone Interviewer
Every applicant gets the same structured phone screen, 24/7, with an explained score for every answer.
$$4 per completed screenReference Agent
Collect consistent reference feedback by text or phone call without the scheduling chase. Free while in beta.
Automate reference checksAt a glance
| Our pick for hourly hiringPhoneScreen | Workstream | |
|---|---|---|
| Built for | Fast, structured first-round phone screens 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 | $4 per completed screen. First 10 free; no card, monthly fee or contract. Missed calls are not charged. | Not published; plans (Hiring, Essentials, All-in-One, Premium) quoted through sales. VoiceAI is listed as part of the Hiring plan. |
| Beyond phone interviews | Free Resume Screener plus Reference Agent for checks by text or phone (free in beta) | 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 pay-per-screen pricing ($4 per completed screen, no seats, monthly fee or contract) without changing your ATS or payroll
- 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 at $4 per completed screen 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 is voice-only
- 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 or pay-per-screen pricing.
How much does Workstream cost? +
Workstream does not publish pricing on its website as of October 2, 2026; pricing is quoted through sales. PhoneScreen is $4 per completed screen, with the first 10 free.
Can I try PhoneScreen without talking to sales? +
Yes. Sign up, paste a job posting, and your first 10 completed screens are free. No card is needed. You can also take a three-question sample screen on your own phone first.
What does PhoneScreen include besides phone interviews? +
A free Resume Screener that sorts applicants into Yes, Maybe or No, plus Reference Agent for structured reference checks by text or phone. Reference Agent is free while in beta. There is no monthly PhoneScreen subscription.
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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