--- description: Review of Codility Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice Ireland. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: Codility | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice IE --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Recruitment Software](/directory/372/recruiting-software/software) > [Codility](/software/92047/codility) # Codility Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/92047/codility Page: 1 / 3\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/92047/codility?page=2) > Codility is a technical skills screening and talent assessment platform built on validated methodology, helping enterprises hire and develop software engineers with defensible evidence. AI has changed what strong engineering looks like, and traditional coding tests no longer show you who can build. You need a reliable, fair, and auditable read on engineering capability, across both the candidates you assess and the engineers you already employ. Methodology you can defend Every Codility assessment is built on documented assessment science. Tasks are designed by occupational psychologists, validated by engineering leaders, and mapped to a structured engineering skills model synthesized from international software engineering frameworks and aligned to IEEE SWECOM and SWEBOK. A technical manual structured to APA standards documents how scores are produced. When someone asks how a result was reached, you have the answer. Technical screening at scale Screen candidates with coding assessments and real work simulations that mirror the job, drawn from 1,300+ tasks across 80+ programming languages and frameworks, including Java, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, C++, C\#, Go, SQL, React, Spring Boot, Kubernetes, and Terraform. Task types span real-life project work, algorithmic problems, coding, SQL, and multiple choice. Automatic scoring on selected tasks gives every candidate the same objective measure and shortlists strong engineers faster. Structured technical interviews Run live coding interviews in a real shared VS Code environment with terminal, sidecar services, a whiteboard, and a full transcript. Structured rubrics and pair programming let every interviewer evaluate the same way, so senior and high-stakes hires get a fair, repeatable read. Talent assessment and skills intelligence Assess the technical skills of your existing engineers on the same methodology you use to hire. Surface skills gaps, compare proficiency across teams, and guide staffing, internal mobility, and targeted training. The result is a clearer, more objective view of the engineering capability you already have. Fairness, integrity, and AI transparency Codility monitors adverse impact at every cut score and meets the EEOC four-fifths threshold at every measured cut score. A cApStAn linguistic audit supports fairness for non-native English speakers. Layered integrity controls and integrity risk scoring give you reviewable evidence and human accountability, and every candidate interaction with the in-assessment AI assistant is captured as reviewable AI activity. An explicit EU AI Act posture means no AI or machine learning makes automated hiring decisions. Built for enterprise hiring and workforce decisions Enterprises use Codility for high-volume technical screening, graduate and early-careers hiring, senior and staff engineering interviews, internal skills assessment, and AI-readiness evaluation. Teams hiring backend, frontend, full-stack, mobile, data, DevOps, platform, and machine learning engineers run one evaluation model across roles, regions, and business units, with the repeatable, structured process global and regulated organizations require. Enterprise-ready Codility integrates with Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, SmartRecruiters, and 80+ ATS and HRIS systems, with SSO via SAML 2.0 and API access. It meets SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, CCPA, and WCAG 2.1 AA requirements. From high-volume technical screening to senior engineering interviews and workforce skills assessment, Codility gives enterprises one evaluation model and the evidence to defend every decision. > > Verdict: Rated **4.6/5** by 43 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.6/5** | 43 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.8/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Codility - **Location**: San Francisco, US - **Founded**: 2009 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$5,000.00 - **Pricing model**: (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: Contact Codility for pricing information. - **Target Audience**: 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, American Samoa, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium and 209 more ## Features - API - Activity Dashboard - Activity Tracking - Alerts/Notifications - Applicant Tracking - Aptitude Testing - Assessment Management - Automatic Grading - Candidate Comparison - Candidate Management - Collaboration Tools - Content Library - Customisable Branding - Customisable Questions - Customisable Templates - Customisable Tests - Data Import/Export - Email Reminders - Individualised Assessments - Interview Management ## Integrations (90 total) - ADP Workforce Now - AFAS Software - Abacus - Abacus - Ashby - Avature - BambooHR - BoondManager - CatalystOne - Cezanne HR - Charlie - Charlie - Cornerstone HR - Deel - Eightfold.ai ... and 75 more integrations ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat ## Category - [Recruitment Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/372/recruiting-software/software) ## Related Categories - [Recruitment Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/372/recruiting-software/software) - [Pre-employment Testing Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/3654/pre-employment-assessment-tools/software) - [Assessment Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4132/assessment/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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Candidates can work at their own pace through the online coding tasks on the user-friendly website.As a developer, I use Codility to assess my coding abilities and learn new programming paradigms in the process. > > **Cons**: Some of the things which I would like them to work on is an offline mode. The complete dependence on the internet may limit some users from enjoying its features. They should also make it such that tests are optionally timed, many times, developers are not able to complete the tasks within the short timeframe. > > Codility has helped me improve my skills as a developer and as an employer, I use Codility to frequently keep my staff sharp on the job by frequently testing their capabilities. ----- ### "Strong Coding Tests, Narrower Assessment Scope" — 5.0/5 > **Manshuk** | *27 May 2025* | Computer Software | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Codility’s coding environment is clean and responsive, with real-time code evaluation that helped us see candidate skill levels instantly. Their problem library is solid for common programming languages, and setup was straightforward thanks to clear documentation. > > **Cons**: As a tech assessment tools, their non-technical assessment options (like cognitive, analytical, culture-fit or personality tests) are limited or non-existent. We also needed deeper integrations with our ATS, which aren’t quite as polished yet. > > We evaluated Codility alongside Predictive Index and another technical testing platform. While Codility impressed us with its intuitive code editor and reliable auto-grading, it lacked the broader suite of behavioral assessments we required. Their team was friendly and supportive throughout our trial, but ultimately we chose Predictive Index for its all-around talent insights and another vendor for deeper coding assignments. I can't disclose the name of the competitor. ----- ### "Not an adequate test for most engineering roles." — 2.0/5 > **Mark** | *29 May 2020* | Banking | Recommendation rating: 2.0/10 > > **Pros**: It is deployable and easier for HR who don't understand code themselves. The ability to compare to other programmers' skills is nifty. > > **Cons**: Many of the problems are not completely presented (I.E. there are other factors that are not mentioned which would influence the code, so applicants who submit overly-thorough code will actually fail because the machine didn't like their answer.. it is a guessing game) 20 minute time limits to solve an algorithm problem are NEVER the case in real life. Programmers do not work off memory, they work off documentation-- codility does not test on use of frameworks or libraries, only math concepts. The IDE is limited, will delete the applicant's code if they switch languages momentarily. > > If you use it, I would suggest the live-code feature where you screenshare and watch the applicant solve one larger problem, preferably one that relates to the job at hand rather than a mensa puzzle. Make sure to review the failing submissions because in many cases, they had it right, but the machine graded them wrong, this could be for many reasons including the structure of the training set they were given was different from that of the testing data. Over half of what our engineers do is debug, interpret existing code, and build infrastructure. None of these things are tested with Codility. If they do pass, they are proficient in at least one element of the job, but not necessarily the rest. I interview any applicant who passes with 30% and always look at their code even if it failed. ----- ### "Codility’s Strengths and Areas for Improvement" — 5.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *20 October 2024* | Computer Software | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I recently attempted Codility. Honestly, I would say it was some mix of both challenge and insight. The platform is quite well designed with a smooth interface to coding, clear problem statements, and real-time feedback about performance. > > **Cons**: Probably, one of the issues with Codility is that the tests can sometimes appear a little too edged on the edge cases. I think it might be frustrating for developers more accustomed to solving practical, everyday problems. In some cases, very severe time limitations and scoring systems really add unnecessary stress on candidates. Instead of exploring creative solutions, candidates focus more on trying to get a qualifying score. > > Codility helps bridge the challenge of assessing coding skills on objective and efficient grounds. For me, it's like a mentor, which initiates you to first of all think as a software engineer would, maximize your codes, and be considerate of the edge cases in real-world conditions. Providing problems that are similar to those you might encounter in a job interview or while trying to solve especially complex coding problems on the job makes the process of preparing for technical interviews much easier. ----- ### "My Codility" — 4.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *8 August 2022* | Information Technology & Services | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: It's easy of use and I can reach evey old questions easily because questions listed near by near. And I can connect to start time for taking my test again if time is already expired. And resolving time period for every test questions is long, in 1-2 month every body can connect and resolve problem and earn certificate for every resolving problems. > > **Cons**: For every problems I trying use my computer idea before adding my code to Codility because it apsent idea feature, ex. autocomplete. And I do my test cases by myself(It's a bit takes time ) in my idea. I would like Codility before give the several tests cases which users can copy to add their idea. > > First time I used Codility 8-9 month ago in my interview. It was Microsoft interview. Scince that time I some times I join Codility and interested Codility questions. ----- Page: 1 / 3\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/92047/codility?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/92047/codility) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | fr | | ----- ## Structured Data