Comparison

University Athlete vs SportsRecruits

Both platforms help athletes with recruiting. University Athlete is built specifically for volleyball and is the platform college coaches already use at major events. Here is how we compare so you can decide what is right for your family.

Why athletes & families choose UA

Top reasons University Athlete is different

Where Colleges Recruit

Colleges love using University Athlete—it's where they actually do their recruiting. Don't spend time paying for tools that recruiters aren't using.

Built for Volleyball

We've always focused on volleyball. We understand the sport and how recruiting works—and we're the only provider connected to the events you play at.

Athlete-Focused

Our mission is to help as many athletes find their best college fit through a deep understanding of college recruiting and AI-driven college matching.

Side-by-side comparison

This overview is based on publicly available information and typical packages. For the latest details on SportsRecruits, be sure to review their current plans.

What you get
University Athlete
SportsRecruits
Athlete Recruiting Profile

Contact info, activity feed, videos, and preferences.

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College Search

Filter by needs, preferences, and matches.

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Game Replays on Profile

Full game video automatically connected to your profile from events that use UA + BallerTV.

✓ ✕
View College Follows

See which colleges are following you to stay updated on your recruiting activity.

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View Evaluation Activity

See division, conference, and state of the college that evaluated your recruiting profile.

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View College Attendance

See exactly which colleges will be attending upcoming events you're playing in.

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AI College Matching

We'll match your preferences with college needs and requirements to help guide your search.

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Colleges use UA at Events

College programs track your schedules and evaluate your profile, giving you real-time access to activity.

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This comparison is for informational purposes only and is based on industry knowledge and publicly available information as of 2026. For current SportsRecruits features and pricing, please review their official website.

Hear from Top College Programs

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