# TestGorilla vs The Predictive Index: which do AI models recommend for candidate assessment, September 2026

HR AI Recommendation Index, September 2026 Edition, Candidate assessment. Nine of twelve models named TestGorilla first on the direct prompt; one named The Predictive Index. Page: https://hr-ai-index.com/talent/candidate-assessment/testgorilla-vs-the-predictive-index/

| | First-choice share | Rank | Negative rate | Labels | Models naming it |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TestGorilla | 68% | #1 of 10 | 7% | 54 | 12 of 12 |
| The Predictive Index | 2% | #6 of 10 | 13% | 15 | 9 of 12 |

## The direct prompt, model by model

- GPT-5.4 mini: testgorilla first (first choices: TestGorilla) (alternatives: HireVue, Talogy)
- Gemini 3.5 Flash: testgorilla first (first choices: TestGorilla) (alternatives: Coderbyte, Criteria Corp, Intervue, The Predictive Index, Vervoe)
- Grok 4.1 Fast: testgorilla first (first choices: TestGorilla) (alternatives: Criteria Corp)
- Mistral Small: testgorilla first (first choices: TestGorilla) (alternatives: Adaface, Greenhouse, The Predictive Index)
- DeepSeek V4 Flash: testgorilla first (first choices: TestGorilla) (alternatives: Criteria Corp, The Predictive Index)
- Llama 4 Maverick: testgorilla first (first choices: TestGorilla)
- Qwen 3.7 Flash: testgorilla first (first choices: TestGorilla) (alternatives: CodeSignal, HireVue, Talmundo)
- Kimi K2: testgorilla first (first choices: Criteria Corp, TestGorilla) (alternatives: Plum, The Predictive Index)
- MiniMax M2.5: testgorilla first (first choices: SHL, TestGorilla) (alternatives: Test Partnership)
- Claude Haiku 4.5: the predictive index first (first choices: The Predictive Index) (alternatives: Criteria Corp, TestGorilla)
- Perplexity Sonar: neither first, one named (first choices: Criteria Corp) (alternatives: TestGorilla)
- GLM 4.7 FlashX: neither first, one named (first choices: Criteria Corp) (alternatives: Harver, Plum, TestGorilla)

## What the models said about TestGorilla

- "TestGorilla is a skills-first platform offering a test library of 350+ validated skills tests spanning cognitive ability, personality, coding tests, job-specific and role-specific skills" (Claude Haiku 4.5, comparative prompt, first choice)
- "the best pre-employment assessment platform is usually TestGorilla if you want the strongest overall mix of low entry cost, broad test coverage, and a free tier" (Perplexity Sonar, budget prompt, first choice)
- "For most mid-market B2B companies, TestGorilla is the best overall choice due to its affordability, comprehensive test library, and strong reputation." (Mistral Small, direct prompt, first choice)

## What the models said about The Predictive Index

- "Enterprise-grade legacy platforms (like SHL, Predictive Index, or Hogan) require expensive annual contracts and formal setup fees." (Gemini 3.5 Flash, budget prompt, soft negative)
- "Predictive Index, Hogan, SHL are more suited for that, but they’re much more expensive" (GLM 4.7 FlashX, budget prompt, soft negative)
- "ideal for mid-market and enterprise companies looking to standardize their hiring process around behavioral fit" (Claude Haiku 4.5, direct prompt, first choice)
- "If behavioral and cognitive insights are a priority, The Predictive Index is an excellent alternative." (Mistral Small, direct prompt, alternative)
- "Best if you want hiring *plus* talent/performance management in one suite" (DeepSeek V4 Flash, direct prompt, alternative)

Share is the count of first choices across the direct, paraphrase, budget and scale prompts over all twelve models, for a mid-market B2B company; rank is within the category. Comparisons are drawn for the top eight products in each category. Published under CC BY 4.0; the output is the models' output, and nothing here is a recommendation by the index.