TESTGORILLA ALTERNATIVE
Skills Tests Show What They Know. Not How They Work.
TestGorilla’s skills tests tell you if candidates have knowledge. LayersRank tells you if they can apply it — with confidence-weighted scoring and behavioral evaluation.
Why Teams Switch from TestGorilla
TestGorilla offers a library of skills tests: cognitive ability, software skills, language proficiency, personality, and role-specific knowledge. It’s a solid screening tool. But screening has limits:
Knowledge ≠ application
Knowing Python syntax doesn’t mean they can design a Python application. Skills tests measure knowledge, not judgment.
No adaptive depth
TestGorilla gives every candidate the same questions. There’s no follow-up when answers are ambiguous or interesting.
Scores without confidence
A TestGorilla score of 80% means they got 80% right. It doesn’t tell you how confident you should be in the signal.
Generic, not role-specific
TestGorilla’s test library covers broad skills. It doesn’t evaluate the specific judgment calls your role requires.
Head-to-Head Comparison
| Capability | TestGorilla | LayersRank |
|---|---|---|
| Assessment approach | Pre-built skills test library | Structured AI interview |
| Test customization | Choose from test library | Role-specific templates, fully customizable |
| Adaptive questioning | No — static tests | Yes — AI follows up on ambiguity |
| Behavioral assessment | Personality tests | Structured behavioral interview |
| Confidence scoring | No | Yes |
| Technical judgment | Knowledge-based | Judgment and application-based |
| Candidate experience | Test-taking | Conversational interview |
| Starting price | $75/month | ₹2,500/assessment |
Assessment approach
Test customization
Adaptive questioning
Behavioral assessment
Confidence scoring
Technical judgment
Candidate experience
Starting price
What You Get
What You Get with LayersRank
From Knowledge to Judgment
TestGorilla tells you if they know React hooks. LayersRank tells you if they can design a component architecture, debug performance issues, and collaborate with designers.
The Behavioral Assessment Gap
TestGorilla offers personality tests (Big Five, DISC). Research shows personality tests have low predictive validity for job performance. Structured behavioral interviews are 2-3x more predictive.
When to Use What
Use TestGorilla for high-volume initial screening where you need to filter 1,000 applicants quickly. Use LayersRank for evaluating the 50-200 candidates who make it past initial screening.
Confidence-Weighted Scoring
Every LayersRank score includes a confidence interval. You know when the signal is strong and when you need more information.
Pricing Comparison
TestGorilla
- Free: 5 tests/month
- Starter: $75/month
- Pro: $115/month
- Business: Custom
LayersRank
- ₹2,500/assessment (Starter)
- ₹1,800/assessment (Growth)
- Enterprise: Custom
- 5 free assessments to start
Switching Is Easy
Week 1
Set up LayersRank, create role-specific assessment templates
Week 2
Run LayersRank for candidates who pass TestGorilla screening
Week 3
Evaluate signal quality and decision confidence improvement
Week 4
Decide: complement or replace TestGorilla
We don’t lock you in. If LayersRank doesn’t work for you, leave anytime.
Who Switches
Teams hiring for judgment-heavy roles
Product managers, senior engineers, engineering managers — roles where knowledge tests fall short.
Companies frustrated with false positives
Candidates who score well on skills tests but underperform in the role, because knowledge didn’t translate to application.
Hiring managers who need to explain decisions
TestGorilla gives you percentages. LayersRank gives you a narrative with evidence.
Teams using TestGorilla for technical roles
If you’re evaluating engineers, the structured interview approach gives you much richer signal than skills tests.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I replace TestGorilla entirely?
Not necessarily. TestGorilla is useful for high-volume screening. LayersRank is better for in-depth evaluation. Many teams use TestGorilla early in the funnel and LayersRank for shortlisted candidates.
Does LayersRank offer cognitive ability tests?
No. We focus on structured interview evaluation. Cognitive ability tests are available through TestGorilla and other platforms if you need them.
Can I use both platforms together?
Yes. Use TestGorilla for initial screening (knowledge, basic skills) and LayersRank for deeper evaluation (judgment, behavior, fit).
What about TestGorilla’s large test library?
TestGorilla has 400+ tests. LayersRank has role-specific assessment templates that are deeply customizable. Breadth vs. depth — choose based on your needs.
Ready to Switch from TestGorilla?
5 assessments free. No credit card. See how LayersRank compares with your actual candidates.