Evident compared with UK CV writing services
| Feature | Evident | A typical UK CV writing service | A CV builder subscription |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price per CV | £3.49. Launch price until 23:59 on 3 November, then £6.99. | Typically £50 to £300 | Monthly subscription; price varies |
| Who writes it | AI drafts from the candidate's CV and approved answers; the candidate approves it | A human writer; check the service | The candidate uses templates; AI features vary |
| Turnaround | Minutes after input and approval; answering and review time varies | Days; depends on the package | Depends on time spent completing the CV |
| Tailored to one advert | Yes | Depends on the package; check advert tailoring is included | Templates; advert tailoring features vary |
| Invents nothing | Yes, by design: candidate evidence and approval | Varies; check the draft | Varies; check the draft |
| Cover letter included | Yes, for the same advert | Depends on the package; may be an add-on | Depends on the subscription |
| Refund terms | Not happy? We'll rebuild it free. If it still isn't stronger than your original, we'll refund you. Ask within 14 days of paying, once per customer. For a bundle, the practice interview must be unused. | Provider's terms apply | Provider's terms and cancellation rules apply |
| Account required | No | Check the provider | Check the provider |
Sources: Psychometric Success: UK CV writing services (lists PurpleCV options from £50 to £190); RKY Careers: CV writing services in the UK (describes a typical service range of £50 to £300). Price ranges are illustrative, not a quote. Features and terms vary by provider and package.
When a human writer is better
A human writer may be better for a senior executive CV or a career change that needs a long conversation. Check that the service includes the discussion and advert tailoring you need, and review every factual claim before using the CV.