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How KeyStep compares

Honest, opinionated comparisons between KeyStep and the major UK job boards plus graduate-specific platforms. We don’t win on every dimension and we don’t pretend to — each piece ends with a “when KeyStep wins / when [Competitor] wins” so you can self-select the right tool for your situation.

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KeyStep vs Indeed

Indeed has more listings overall; KeyStep ranks roles against your CV with AI and tunes your CV per JD.

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KeyStep vs LinkedIn Jobs

LinkedIn has the network effect; KeyStep doesn't require a profile, ranks roles by CV fit, and tunes your CV per JD.

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KeyStep vs Reed

Reed is strong on agency-mediated roles; KeyStep aggregates Reed and adds AI ranking + CV optimisation for graduates.

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KeyStep vs Otta

Otta is curated startup-only; KeyStep covers all UK + EU (startups + enterprise + public sector) with AI CV ranking.

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KeyStep vs Bright Network

Bright Network is events + sponsoring employers; KeyStep is a job board with AI matching covering the full UK + EU grad market.

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