HireTalent.lat vs TECLA
Self-serve platform vs managed staffing agency. Here's how they compare.
The Short Version
Self-serve platform with transparent pricing — search, hire, and manage pre-screened LATAM talent directly. No agency markup, no hidden fees.
Managed staffing service where TECLA sources and places LATAM candidates for you. Pricing not publicly listed — likely per-placement or monthly management fees.
At a Glance
Key differences between the two platforms
| HireTalent.lat | TECLA | |
|---|---|---|
| Model | Self-serve platform | Managed staffing agency |
| Talent pool | Search 50,000+ profiles yourself | They source candidates for you |
| Vetting | Pre-screened (ID, skills, background) | Pre-vetted by agency |
| AI certifications | 80+ tools verified | Not available |
| Time tracking | Built-in | Not included |
| Payments | Wise integration (bulk pay) | You pay directly |
| Team management | Full suite (PTO, recaps, reviews) | Not included |
| Trial tasks | Yes — paid test projects | Not available |
| Compliance tools | W-8BEN, NDAs, contracts | Not included |
| Pricing | From $0 (transparent plans) | Not publicly listed |
| Commission | None on worker pay | Likely agency markup or placement fee |
What Actually Matters
Beyond the feature checklist — here's what the differences mean in practice
Self-serve vs managed staffing
HireTalent.lat is a self-serve platform where you search, contact, and hire directly. You control the process — browse profiles, review certifications, send messages, and make hiring decisions on your timeline. TECLA is a managed staffing service — they handle sourcing and present candidates to you. This is great if you want someone else to do the recruiting work, but it means less control and typically higher costs.
Transparent pricing vs hidden fees
HireTalent.lat publishes pricing upfront: Free plan, $88/mo Employer, $219/mo Team. No commission on what you pay workers — ever. TECLA doesn't publicly list pricing, which is common for staffing agencies. You'll likely pay either a per-placement fee (often 15-25% of annual salary) or a monthly management fee on top of worker compensation. This adds up quickly when scaling a team.
Hire, manage, and pay in one place
HireTalent.lat covers the full lifecycle: find, hire, onboard, track time, manage PTO, run performance reviews, and pay your team — all from one platform. TECLA focuses on placement. Once you've hired, you'll need your own tools for time tracking, payments, and team management. That means juggling multiple systems and subscriptions.
AI-certified professionals
HireTalent.lat lets professionals earn verified certifications in 80+ AI tools — ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney, Copilot, and more. These are tested and verified, not self-reported. When you search for someone who knows ChatGPT, you know they actually know it. TECLA doesn't currently offer AI tool certifications, so you'd need to assess those skills during interviews or trial periods.
Trial tasks to test before committing
With HireTalent.lat, you can assign a paid trial task with a set scope and deadline, then review the actual work before making a full hire. It's a low-risk way to see how someone performs on real work. TECLA's model focuses on matching and placement — trial tasks aren't part of their standard process, though you could potentially negotiate this with individual candidates.
Built-in compliance
HireTalent.lat handles W-8BEN forms, NDAs, and contracts in-platform — automated collection, secure storage, and country-specific requirements. It takes a task that most employers dread and makes it straightforward. With TECLA, you'd typically manage compliance paperwork yourself or through your own legal/HR systems.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
The full breakdown across hiring, screening, management, and payments
| Feature | HireTalent.lat | TECLA |
|---|---|---|
| Finding Talent | ||
| Self-serve talent search | ||
| AI-powered matching | ||
| Job posting | ||
| Job invites to candidates | 50–150 per posting | |
| Candidate bookmarks | 10–Unlimited | |
| Video & voice profiles | ||
| Managed candidate sourcing | ||
| Placement assistance | ||
| Screening & Verification | ||
| Pre-screened talent | ||
| ID verification | Yes (by agency) | |
| Background investigation | Yes (by agency) | |
| Skills testing | Yes (by agency) | |
| AI tool certifications (80+) | ||
| Trial tasks before hiring | ||
| AI-generated interview questions | ||
| Team Management | ||
| Time tracking | ||
| Screenshot monitoring | ||
| Daily standups & recaps | ||
| PTO management | ||
| Performance reviews | ||
| Analytics & reporting | ||
| Slack integration | ||
| Payments & Compliance | ||
| Integrated payments | Wise (50+ countries) | |
| Bulk team payments | ||
| Invoice generation | Auto from time logs | |
| W-8BEN collection | ||
| Contract management | ||
| NDA management | ||
| Commission on pay | None | Likely agency fee |
Pricing Comparison
| HireTalent.lat | TECLA | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing Model | ||
| Model | Transparent subscription pricing | Not publicly listed (contact for quote) |
| Commission on worker pay | None | Likely agency markup or placement fee |
| Free Plan | ||
| Price | $0 | N/A |
| Search talent | 50,000+ profiles | Request candidates via agency |
| Job posts | Add-on ($48 each) | N/A |
| Contact candidates | Unlimited (anyone who applies) | Agency presents candidates |
| View certifications & skills | Yes | Via resumes/profiles shared by agency |
| Mid-Tier Plan | ||
| Plan name | Employer ($88/mo) | Custom quote |
| Job posts | 3 included | N/A (agency sources) |
| Contact candidates | 10/day | Agency handles outreach |
| Team management seats | 3 included | Not included |
| Trial tasks | 5 included | Not included |
| AI credits | 500/month | Not available |
| Screening | All talent reviewed before approval | Agency vets candidates |
| Top-Tier Plan | ||
| Plan name | Team ($219/mo) | Custom quote (likely higher) |
| Job posts | 10 included | N/A (agency sources) |
| Contact candidates | 25/day | Agency handles outreach |
| Team management seats | 10 included | Not included |
| Trial tasks | Unlimited | Not included |
| AI credits | 2,000/month | Not available |
| Time tracking | Full suite | Not included |
| Integrated payments | Wise (bulk pay) | Not included |
| Both Services | ||
| Cancel anytime | Yes | Depends on contract terms |
| Money-back guarantee | Yes | Varies |
Which Platform Is Right for You?
Different tools fit different needs — here's the honest breakdown
Choose HireTalent.lat if...
- You want control over the hiring process — search and choose candidates yourself
- You need transparent pricing with no hidden agency fees or placement costs
- You want hiring AND management in one platform (time tracking, payments, PTO, reviews)
- You're building a remote team and need compliance tools (W-8BEN, contracts, NDAs)
- You want to test candidates with paid trial tasks before committing
- You need AI-savvy workers certified in specific tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney, etc.)
Choose TECLA if...
- You want someone else to handle all the recruiting and candidate sourcing
- You prefer a hands-off approach — they find candidates, you review and choose
- You're okay with opaque pricing and potential agency markups
- You have your own tools for team management, time tracking, and payments
- You want nearshore staff augmentation with dedicated account management
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HireTalent.lat cheaper than TECLA?
HireTalent.lat has transparent pricing starting at $0 (Free plan) with paid plans at $88/mo and $219/mo. No commission on worker pay — ever. TECLA doesn't publicly list pricing, but staffing agencies typically charge 15-25% of annual salary as a placement fee, or monthly management fees on top of worker compensation. For a $30,000/year hire, that could be $4,500-$7,500+ in fees with TECLA vs $0 with HireTalent.lat.
Does TECLA handle all the recruiting work?
Yes — that's TECLA's core value proposition. They source, screen, and present candidates to you. This is great if you want to outsource the recruiting process, but it means less control over who you see and typically higher costs. With HireTalent.lat, you search and contact candidates directly — more control, lower cost, but requires your time.
Can I switch from TECLA to HireTalent.lat?
Yes. Create a free account and start searching our talent pool immediately. If you already have team members hired through TECLA, you can bring them into HireTalent.lat's management tools — even if they're not on our platform yet. Just provide their name and email to add them for time tracking, payments, and PTO management.
Which platform has better talent?
Both platforms work with quality LATAM professionals. TECLA focuses on nearshore staff augmentation and vets candidates through their agency process. HireTalent.lat pre-screens every applicant before approval — ID verification, skills testing, and background investigation. The key difference: with HireTalent.lat, you search 50,000+ pre-screened profiles yourself. With TECLA, they pick candidates and present them to you.
Does TECLA provide team management tools?
No — TECLA is focused on placement and staffing. Once you've hired, you'll need your own systems for time tracking, payments, PTO, performance reviews, and compliance. HireTalent.lat includes all of this in one platform — hire, manage, and pay your team without juggling multiple tools.
How does HireTalent.lat screen talent?
Every applicant goes through a screening process before being approved — including ID verification, skills testing, and a background investigation by our team. We also offer verified AI certifications in 80+ tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney, etc.). TECLA handles vetting through their agency process, which typically includes interviews and reference checks.
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