NextCV Pricing: Which Credit Pack Is Right for Your Job Search?
A transparent breakdown of NextCV's credit packs — Free, Starter ($3), Job Hunter ($9), and Power ($19) — with a competitor pricing comparison and a guide to choosing the right plan.
NextCV is pay-per-use — you only pay when you apply, not a monthly subscription. The free tier includes unlimited watermarked AI CV generations. Paid credit packs start at $3 for 3 credits, with each credit generating a tailored CV, cover letter, and interview guide for one specific job application.
Subscription-based CV builders charge $20-30/month regardless of how actively you are searching. NextCV's credit model means your cost scales with your actual usage: if you send 5 applications this month and none next month, you pay for 5 applications — not two months of a subscription.
NextCV Pricing Plans
Free Tier — $0
- Unlimited AI-tailored CV generations
- AI cover letter generation
- Interview guide generation
- No credit card required
- Watermark: "NextCV.net · Free Preview" appears on all output
- Best for: exploring the tool, iterating on your profile, low-stakes applications
Starter — $3 / 3 credits
- 3 tailored CVs + cover letters + interview guides
- No watermark on output
- Credits never expire
- Best for: a focused search with 1-3 serious target roles, or trying the paid tier before committing to more
Job Hunter — $9 / 15 credits
- 15 tailored CVs + cover letters + interview guides
- $0.60 per credit — best rate for most job seekers
- No watermark on output
- Credits never expire
- Best for: an active search applying to 10-20 roles over 1-2 months
Power — $19 / 50 credits
- 50 tailored CVs + cover letters + interview guides
- $0.38 per credit — best per-credit rate
- No watermark on output
- Credits never expire
- Best for: a high-volume search, a long multi-month search, or teams sharing credits
What Each Credit Includes
Each credit covers one complete job application package:
| What you get | Details |
|---|---|
| Tailored CV | AI-generated, mirrors the job description's language and structure |
| Cover letter | Matched to the same job description, consistent language with the CV |
| Interview guide | Key topics, likely questions, and talking points for the specific role |
| Format | Clean, single-column, ATS-compatible PDF |
| Languages | English, Swedish, or French |
Cost Per Credit Comparison
| Pack | Price | Credits | Cost per credit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Unlimited (watermarked) | $0 |
| Starter | $3 | 3 | $1.00 |
| Job Hunter | $9 | 15 | $0.60 |
| Power | $19 | 50 | $0.38 |
NextCV vs Competitor Pricing
| Tool | Pricing model | Free AI tier | Monthly cost (equivalent) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NextCV | Pay-per-use credits | Yes (watermarked) | $0 to ~$19 one-time |
| Rezi | Subscription | No (AI gated) | $29/month |
| Canva | Freemium | No AI tailoring | $0-$15/month |
| Zety | Subscription | No | ~$24/month |
| Resume.io | Subscription | No | ~$25/month |
The practical difference: Rezi costs $29/month whether you send 1 application or 50. NextCV at the Job Hunter level ($9) covers 15 applications at $0.60 each — and the credits don't expire if you finish faster than expected.
Full comparison: NextCV vs Rezi vs Canva →
Which Plan Should You Choose?
You are exploring and not yet actively applying → Start with the free tier. Generate a few tailored CVs for roles you are considering and evaluate whether the output quality meets your standard. No commitment required.
You have 1-5 serious applications to make → Starter at $3. Three credits covers a focused sprint on your top target roles.
You are in an active search applying to 10-20 roles → Job Hunter at $9. The best per-credit rate for a typical month of serious searching. Buy more if you need them — credits accumulate.
You are in a high-volume or long-running search → Power at $19. At $0.38 per credit, this is the best value for sustained searching or for teams.
FAQ: Credits and Billing
Do credits roll over? Yes — credits never expire and accumulate across packs.
Can I get a refund? Yes. Unused credits can be refunded within 7 days of purchase. Email support@nextcv.net — no questions asked.
Is there a subscription? No. NextCV has no subscription or recurring billing. You pay per pack and use the credits at your own pace.
Can my team share credits? Credits are attached to a single account. For team use, share the account or buy credits separately per team member.
If your experience straddles specialisms, the CV format guide and the guide to startup CVs will both feel familiar. Much of this advice transfers — the getting-started guide and the NextCV vs Rezi comparison show how it plays out elsewhere.