AI Recruiting Tools in 2026: What They Do and How to Choose One

Recruiting teams face more applications, tighter timelines, and higher expectations than ever before. A single mid-level role can attract hundreds of applicants within days, and manual processes no longer scale. This guide explains what AI recruiting tools actually do, the four main categories that exist, what separates tools worth using from those that create new problems, and how platforms like Workable integrate AI agents directly into the full hiring workflow.