Head-to-Head Specification Audit
Greenhouse vs Sphera
Applicant Tracking System · Global
Specification Matrix
| Metric | Greenhouse | Sphera |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | Custom pricing | Custom pricing |
| API Rate Limit | 100 req/minBetter | 60 req/min |
| Target Country | Global | Global |
| Category | HR & Recruiting AI | Carbon & EHS Compliance |
| Compliance (vendor-stated) | SOC2, GDPR, CCPA, NYC LL144 | EU ETS, ISO 14064, GHG Protocol, REACH, CSRD, TCFD |
| Hosting Regions | US-East, EU-West | US-East, EU-West, AP-Singapore |
| Native Integrations | 6 listedBetter | 5 listed |
Greenhouse — Key Specs
Vendor-stated- ✓Best-in-class structured hiring methodology
- ✓Scorecard system reduces hiring manager subjectivity
- ✓SOC 2 Type II, GDPR, CCPA compliant
- ✓Integrates with 300+ HR tools
Sphera — Key Specs
Vendor-stated- ✓EHS + carbon + product sustainability in one enterprise platform
- ✓EU ETS allowance tracking and surrender automation
- ✓ISO 14064 verified carbon footprint methodology built-in
- ✓Chemical and process safety module for REACH and HAZMAT
- ✓Trusted by BASF, Dow, ExxonMobil, Siemens
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lower-priced, Greenhouse or Sphera?+
Both Greenhouse and Sphera use custom pricing — contact each vendor directly for a quote.
Which compliance frameworks do Greenhouse and Sphera list?+
Greenhouse additionally lists SOC2, GDPR, CCPA, NYC LL144. Sphera additionally lists EU ETS, ISO 14064, GHG Protocol, REACH, CSRD, TCFD. These are vendor-stated frameworks. VektorIndex has not independently audited these claims.
Which has a higher documented API rate limit — Greenhouse or Sphera?+
Greenhouse has a higher documented API rate limit at 100 req/min versus Sphera at 60 req/min.
Which data hosting regions do Greenhouse and Sphera support?+
Greenhouse lists hosting regions: US-East, EU-West. Sphera lists hosting regions: US-East, EU-West, AP-Singapore. For data residency requirements in Global, confirm exact region configuration directly with each vendor.
Data last updated: 29 August 2026 — Sourced from official vendor documentation. Not independently audited. Report incorrect information
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