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This table compares simple-resume with other popular resume building tools across key features that matter to developers and professionals.
| Feature | simple-resume | JSON Resume | HackMyResume | Reactive Resume | Resume.io |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open Source | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Data Format | YAML | JSON | JSON/FRESH | JSON | Proprietary |
| Version Control | Yes (Text-based) | Yes (Text-based) | Yes (Text-based) | Yes (Text-based) | No |
| Template System | HTML + Jinja2 | JSON + themes | Multiple formats | React components | Web builder |
| PDF Output | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HTML Output | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| LaTeX Support | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Command Line | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Python Integration | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Local Processing | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes (self-hosted) | No |
| Privacy | Yes (100% local) | Yes (100% local) | Yes (100% local) | Yes (self-hosted) | No (Cloud-only) |
| Real-time Preview | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Theme System | Yes (CSS + YAML) | Yes (JSON themes) | Yes (Multiple) | Yes (React themes) | Yes (Web builder) |
| Font System | Yes (Google Fonts) | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Color Schemes | Yes (Palette system) | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Import/Export | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Backup/Sync | Yes (Git) | Yes (Git) | No | No | No |
| Mobile Support | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Accessibility | Yes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Internationalization | Yes | No | No | No | Yes |
| Spell Check | Yes (system) | No | No | No | Yes |
| ATS Optimization | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Print Optimization | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Developer Experience | Excellent | Good | Fair | Good | Poor |
| Learning Curve | Excellent | Good | Fair | Good | Excellent |
| Customization | Great | Fair | Good | Great | Fair |
Strengths:
- YAML-native: Human-readable, commentable format
- Python ecosystem: Rich library support, integration with dev tools
- Template flexibility: HTML + Jinja2 allows unlimited customization
- Version control friendly: Text-based format with Git integration
- Local processing: No data privacy concerns
- LaTeX support: Professional typesetting capabilities
- Developer-centric: CLI tools, Python API, scriptable workflows
Weaknesses:
- Requires Python environment
- Steeper learning curve than web builders
- Template creation requires HTML/CSS knowledge
Strengths:
- Standardized format: Well-established JSON schema
- Multiple tools: Large ecosystem of compatible applications
- Cross-platform: Works across different programming languages
- Version control: Text-based, Git-friendly
Weaknesses:
- Verbose: JSON syntax is more cumbersome than YAML
- Limited templating: Theme system less flexible than HTML
- Python integration: Not native to Python ecosystem
Strengths:
- Multiple formats: Supports FRESH, JSON Resume, Markdown
- Cross-platform: Works on Windows, Mac, Linux
- Mature project: Established with good documentation
Weaknesses:
- JavaScript-centric: Node.js dependency
- Limited customization: Theme system less flexible than HTML templates
- No real-time preview: Requires regeneration for changes
Strengths:
- Modern web interface: Real-time editing and preview
- React-based: Modern JavaScript framework
- Self-hostable: Can run on your own infrastructure
Weaknesses:
- Complex setup: Requires JavaScript build tools
- Browser-based: Less convenient for developer workflows
- Limited automation: No CLI tools
Strengths:
- User-friendly: Web-based drag-and-drop interface
- Professional templates: High-quality pre-designed themes
- ATS optimization: Built-in compatibility checks
Weaknesses:
- Closed source: No control over the software
- Privacy concerns: Cloud-only, data stored on servers
- Subscription costs: Recurring fees for premium features
- No version control: Cannot track changes with Git
- No local processing: Requires internet connection
- Best for those comfortable with YAML and Python
- Ideal for version-controlled workflows
- Perfect for automation and CI/CD integration
- Great for LaTeX users needing professional typesetting
- Good for mixed-language development teams
- Works across different programming environments
- Standardized format for tool compatibility
- Good for non-Python environments
- Supports multiple resume formats
- Mature, stable project
- Best for real-time web editing
- Good for self-hosted web applications
- Modern JavaScript ecosystem
- Easiest learning curve
- No technical setup required
- Professional templates out of the box
- Good for occasional resume updates
| Tool | Setup Time | Customization | Automation | Git Integration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| simple-resume | 5 min | Very Good | Excellent | Excellent |
| JSON Resume | 10 min | Fair | Good | Very Good |
| HackMyResume | 15 min | Good | Fair | Good |
| Reactive Resume | 30 min | Very Good | Poor | Fair |
| Resume.io | 2 min | Fair | None | None |
| Tool | Data Location | Open Source | Auditable | Export Control |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| simple-resume | Local | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| JSON Resume | Local | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HackMyResume | Local | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Reactive Resume | Self-hosted | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Resume.io | Cloud | No | No | Limited |
simple-resume excels for:
- Developers who want full control over their resume
- Teams using version control and automated workflows
- Users who need LaTeX support or extensive customization
- Privacy-conscious individuals who want local processing
Consider alternatives if you:
- Need web-based real-time editing (Reactive Resume)
- Work with non-technical team members (Resume.io)
- Require cross-platform JavaScript compatibility (JSON Resume)
- Want the easiest possible setup (Resume.io)
Choose the tool that matches your technical comfort level, workflow preferences, and privacy requirements.