Plans, hidden costs, and alternatives compared
Kickresume offers a generous free tier with 4 templates and unlimited downloads, but the real value is in Premium.
At EUR 8/month on the yearly plan (EUR 96/year), you get 40+ templates, AI writing, and ATS checking. The quarterly plan at EUR 18/month is the sweet spot if you do not want a full year commitment.
The EUR 26 proofreading add-on per resume is expensive for what amounts to basic human review.
Free
$19/month
$13/month
$5/month
Human proofreading is EUR 26 per resume — adds up fast if you maintain multiple versions
Free plan limited to 4 basic templates — the good designs are all premium-locked
AI Resume Writer and ATS Checker require Premium — the most useful features are paywalled
No refund after 14 days — cancel before the guarantee window or you pay the full period
Prices listed in EUR — non-eurozone users face currency conversion fees
Job seeker creating 3 tailored resumes and cover letters over a 3-month search
3-month commitment covers most job search cycles without locking you in for a year
Full premium access at zero cost with valid student verification
Unlimited resumes and cover letters across 40+ templates for under EUR 100/year
4 templates with unlimited downloads and 20K pre-written phrases is enough for a basic resume
Worth it if...
You are actively job hunting and need polished, ATS-optimized resumes across multiple roles. The AI writer and ATS checker genuinely save hours of formatting work.
Skip if...
You only need one basic resume — the free plan or free tools like Reactive Resume and Google Docs templates will do. Also skip the EUR 26 proofreading add-on; Grammarly or ChatGPT handle this better for less.
Negotiation tips
Students get free Premium through ISIC, ITIC, or UNiDAYS — always check eligibility first. The yearly plan at EUR 96 is 67% cheaper than monthly. Wait for seasonal sales (Black Friday, New Year) for additional discounts.