





HR Avatar job test






Supported Operating System(s):
Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Mac OS, Linux, Web browser (OS agnostic), Windows 2000, Windows 8HR Avatar is an online pre-employment testing software that enables recruiters and hiring managers to organize recruitment drives and make hiring decisions. The solution allows employers to evaluate various aspects of each candidate’s potential fit for an open position, such as cognitive ability, personality and knowledge base.
Once a candidate applies, recruiters can send them an off-the-shelf test created by HR Avatar, or a custom test created by the company. During the test, candidates experience a work simulation that tests skills and aptitude that are necessary to successfully perform the job. Once the candidate is done, the recruiter receives a notification with the results of the candidate’s test so they can make a decision about the app...
HR Avatar job test
Supported Operating System(s):
Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Mac OS, Linux, Web browser (OS agnostic), Windows 2000, Windows 8Average User Ratings
Overall
Ease-of-use
4.5
Value for money
4.5
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
4.5
Likelihood to Recommend
Not likely
Very likely
November 2019
Todd from Call Management Resources
Company Size: 11-50 employees
Industry: Telecommunications
Time Used: Less than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
November 2019
HR Avatar
Last year, I issued a few hundred candidate assessments; only one of them experienced an issue. Compared to other services, HR Avatar increased my efficient and significantly reduced inefficiency so that I could focus on my team while handling onboarding tasks. Anytime I have ever needed assistance, the Support Team at HR Avatar has always provided a prompt response to address the question, concern, or general feedback submitted.
Pros
The software is generally easy to use. I take advantage of the Assessment Battery function to create a bundle of pre-employment tests into a single issuance.
Cons
There really is nothing that I do not like about this software. Though, if I had a wish, it would be to enable the ability to limit completion via mobile and tablet devices.
Reasons for Choosing HR Avatar
Ultimately, the decision came down to the hand-holding the staff at HR Avatar provided us during the evaluation period. [SENSITIVE CONTENT HIDDEN] was exceptionally kind and patient, dedicating the time necessary to help be sure the HR Avatar met our company's needs by meeting with us and promptly answering questions via email, and phone.
Reasons for Switching to HR Avatar
We made the switch to increase efficiency during our onboarding process. By changing our processes from having candidates report to a physical location for testing, it allowed for a greater amount of candidates to complete assessments in smaller timeframes.
Response from HR Avatar
Replied December 2019
Thank you for your review, Todd! Do you mean that you would like to require completion on non-mobile devices or on small screen devices? That's something we have wrestled with recently. We would appreciate your thoughts.
November 2019
Glenn from My Wireless
Company Size: 501-1,000 employees
Industry: Retail
Time Used: Less than 6 months
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
4.0
November 2019
Great Hiring Resource!
Overall I really love th HR Avatar software. We currently just use it for the Pre-Hire Personality assessments, but are looking to use it for many other positions that we hire for. It has been a great resource for our hiring managers giving them the ability to identify good candidates faster!
Pros
I love how easy it is to view the applicants test results. It has a summary page that breaks down each competency and even goes into details. Very easy to read and navigate through. I also the animations before each test is given to each of our applicants. Great way to engage them before the test is taken.
Cons
I do not like how we cannot integrate the test into our current ATS. We currently use Saba Jobvite and I can automate the test link for applicants, but the data cannot be put into our ATS. We must get it from the HR Avatar site.
Reasons for Choosing HR Avatar
Cost effective for what we are trying to accomplish with it.
Response from HR Avatar
Replied November 2019
Thank you for your review, Glenn! We will be happy to investigate integration with Jobvite. We will be in touch!
November 2019
Seema from Pink Elephant
Company Size: 11-50 employees
Industry: Professional Training & Coaching
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Customer support
1.0
Functionality
3.0
November 2019
Mixed Reviews
Pros
I like the questions asked when i sampled it as it was business scenarios but also tested the areas of interest (i.e. critical thinking, analytical, problem solving etc). This is why I chose it over the other platforms. It has business questions versus abstract questions.
Cons
The HR Avatars slowed it down and I'm not sure if it added any significant value. I found it to be feeling less professional and more like a kids game. But the first few questions asked were good as far as i could tell by doing the test myself. The biggest issue i have is that there are no sample questions in all the areas they test in order for me to determine if this is good test for what i need. The only way to do this is I had to take the test myself. Unfortunately I didn't have 45 minutes in my day to finish it so I had to waste a test. When i had my candidate complete it, the candidate did not do well in one particular area which we found very surprising given how well the candidate did in the interview in this exact area. When I asked for some sample questions or just key concepts tested for, I was advised by customer service they couldn't do anything for me and couldn't provide me with any additional information. Therefore, I cannot verify the relevance and validity of the questions asked. I advised the customer service rep that this would deter me from buying again and I never received a response. The only way i can consider using it again is if i pay for a test and take it myself fully to determine if it is a good test for the job I am recruiting for. I likely won't be doing that and will need to find another provider.
Response from HR Avatar
Replied December 2019
Thank you, Seema, for the candid feedback. Unfortunately, we don't routinely share individual questions for our assessments, and we doubt that any reputable provider does so. We do, however, share the competencies measured on our website, and we often work with customers to help them understand exactly what is measured in each competency. We are sorry you did not have a good experience with our customer service representative and will take action to prevent that from happening again. We would love to have a second chance to earn your business.
November 2019
John from National Inventors Hall of Fame
Company Size: 51-200 employees
Industry: Non-Profit Organization Management
Time Used: Less than 12 months
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Functionality
5.0
November 2019
Solid Pre-Interview Assessment
Pros
The way that it challenges/assesses candidates skills differently from any other pre-employment test. The situations it takes you through are outstanding and it truly gives them a brief look into what they'll be getting into if they're hired.
Cons
With any of these pre-employment tests, there's always a point where you have to take the results with a grain of salt. That individual may have been under high stress when taking the assessment, could have been rushed by an emergency, or any other outside factors. So, overall, there isn't anything I have to complain about this specific software for HR Avatar.
Reasons for Switching to HR Avatar
This wasn't my decision, but rather a decision of our HR team.
Response from HR Avatar
Replied November 2019
Totally agree. We always recommend that assessment scores are used in conjunction with other evaluation methods, like interviews and references. Never use any single method exclusively because none are perfect. Thank you for your review!
February 2020
Ryan from New England SteamWorks
Company Size: 2-10 employees
Industry: Consumer Services
Time Used: Less than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
4.0
February 2020
Best Employee Screening Software We Have Found
It’s been excellent once we figured things out. We couldn’t be happier.
Pros
Their products are great. But the best thing about this company is they very prominently place their phone number at the very top of their home page, and when you call it, someone knowledgeable actually answers, no need for any prompts, waiting, or voice mail. Who does that? Initially we were frustrated, but this was mainly our fault. We tried to save money by paying individually for each assessment we administered. Well, you don’t save money this way, and it also means you have to pay if you want to take the assessment yourself. You also think 3 times before administering it. Finally we got smart and just paid for a year. That took the money out of the equation. Now we could take them all ourselves to pick and choose which assessments were best for us, and we also send them now to every candidate. Much better. But then things got even better when we realized they could customize assessments just for our business, and at a very reasonable price and quick turn-around. No now we have our very own custom assessments and we use them constantly. It’s been a total game changer. They also don’t insist on a sales call prior to letting you sign up and trial, like most other companies do.
Cons
The price. But to be fair, when we comparison shopped, they were even with everyone else. Initially we thought they were cheaper because they offered a per-assessment fee. But this is a false economy.
Reasons for Choosing HR Avatar
We looked at two or three other companies, but didn’t find their assessments better, and the video formats that HR Avatar has make it (we think) more engaging for the applicants.
Response from HR Avatar
Replied February 2020
Thank you for your honest and detailed review, Ryan! We are pleased to hear that your custom assessments have worked well for you.