We had a chance to demo the product a few months ago and were impressed with its usability and forward-thinking roadmap. Even better, many of the suggestions shared during our initial test have since been implemented.

What consistently stood out across our tests was how intentionally 1WayInterview supports small businesses to better their talent screening workflows. You can start with basic knockout forms to prequalify candidates (shared via job boards or even Facebook ads), then automatically invite qualified applicants to complete a longer video or skill-based test. Our favorite feature is the AI response checker, which evaluates inputs across resumes, form responses, and asynchronous videos. This kind of automation is tough to find, especially at the price point this vendor offers.

Another major improvement we noticed since our last evaluation is the conversion analytics. The video interview platform now tracks where applicants abandon the process and offers recommendations to improve completion rates, which we trust is a must-have for many companies experimenting with video-first hiring. In one case, their own data showed that improved instructions and layout boosted test-start rates from 40% to over 70%.

We equally appreciated how the product enables workflow automation for qualification-based follow-ups and expands ATS integration options. The onboarding process is fully self-serve but now includes guided videos, email support, and a well-organized help center. Although reminder emails for unattended interviews are not live yet, we were told this feature is on the roadmap. Given how quickly the platform has shipped updates since our last test, we have reason to believe this is more than just a promise.

Of course, this option may not meet the needs of users looking for enterprise-grade and live video interview solutions, as it is clearly focused on smaller businesses and asynchronous interviews. 1Way Interview is also a relatively new player compared to more established brands like Hireflix and Willo. As such, it’s best suited for teams that can tolerate a lighter feature set and shorter market track record in exchange for affordability and speed of iteration.

Unlike some competitors, such as Jobma, 1Way Interview has yet to support timestamped video navigation for recruiters reviewing responses. To be fair, though, it’s a tradeoff many small teams are willing to accept at this price point.