Which Talent Assessment Tool is best for selecting and developing leaders?
Find out in minutes - not weeks of researching.
Stop wasting time comparing tools. We’ve done the work – so you don’t have to.
Get a clear, expert-curated shortlist of the top talent assessment tools for leadership selection and developing.
We split our guide into two complementary volumes – each covering 5 internationally recognized tools.
Choose your volume:
Volume 1
- Aon Assessments GmbH
- Harrison Assessment International
- Hogan Assessments Systems
- Ixly B.V.
- Korn Ferry Hay Group
Volume 2
- Profiles International
- SHL
- Talogy
- Thomas International
- XLNC Leadership GmbH
Volume 3
- Aon Assessments GmbH
- Harrison Assessment International
- Hogan Assessments Systems
- Ixly B.V.
- Korn Ferry Hay Group
- Profiles International
- SHL
- Talogy
- Thomas International
- XLNC Leadership GmbH
What this guide delivers
This guide gives you everything you need to choose the right online assessment tool – fast and with confidence. We’ve analyzed and compared the most relevant, internationally recognized, and scientifically validated skill assessments for testing leadership skills.
You’ll get real-world comparisons based on HR practice – not vendor hype – plus clear information on pricing, use cases, and tool strengths.
Assessment Tools for confident decisionsWe show you the assessment tools that actually help for recruitment and developing talents – no buzzwords, no black boxes.
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15+ years of expertise
We’ve supported hundreds of organizations in finding the right online assessment tools – fast, fair, and fit for purpose. From startups to industry leaders – we know what works.
Over the years, we’ve reviewed thousands of tools, broken them down into their essential parts, and extracted what really matters. This hard-earned knowledge now fuels a process that brings clarity where there was complexity.
Independent. Transparent. Tested.We don’t sell talent assessment tools – we compare them. With clear pricing and real use cases.
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How we build this guide
This guide is based on structured insights drawn from 15 years of collaboration with talent assessment providers and the independent platform PEATS. While the core data is not publicly accessible in this form, we use external tools to process and standardize the content – ensuring a neutral, comparable, and practical overview.
We don’t rank – we present. You decide what fits.
Smarter research starts here.Save hours of searching the psychometric tools market. Get clarity in minutes.
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Trusted by industry leaders
“Quickly provided us with suitable providers and approaches for our project. In an often intransparent market, their offering is extremely helpful.”— Dr. Heino Klingen, Chief Executive Officer, Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK)
What’s inside:
your shortcut through the leadership assessment tool landscape Leadership:
User experience – how clear, efficient, and user-friendly the tools are for candidates.
Scientific quality – what’s behind the method and how reliable it is.
Cost overview – tool pricing, feedback fees, and report formats in executive assessment.
Strengths & risks at a glance – what each assessment tool does well (and where to be careful).
Get clarity in minutes - not weeks.
Volume 1 | Volume 2 | Volume 3 | |
Providers | • Aon Assessments GmbH
• Harrison Assessment International Ltd
• Hogan Assessments Systems Inc.
• Ixly B.V.
• Korn Ferry Hay Group | • Profiles International
• SHL
• Talogy
• Thomas International
• XLNC Leadership GmbH | • Aon Assessments GmbH
• Harrison Assessment International Ltd
• Hogan Assessments Systems Inc.
• Ixly B.V.
• Korn Ferry Hay Group
• Profiles International
• SHL
• Talogy
• Thomas International
• XLNC Leadership GmbH |
Ideal for | Broad-market insights with corporate-scale tools and niche solutions | Additional leaders with strong European presence and behavior-focused diagnostics | Comprehensive decision-making with full market coverage – ideal for SMEs and larger organizations seeking a complete overview of leading providers and tools. |
What’s inside | Pricing, features, use cases, strengths & risks at a glance | Same depth and structure – covering the remaining key players | Full access to all pricing, features, use cases, strengths, and risks – combining Volumes 1 and 2 into one complete guide |
Costs | 49 Euro / NOW 15% Off | 49 Euro / NOW 15% Off | 79 Euro / NOW 15% Off |
“Great and fast service with real added value for anyone facing the task of finding the right diagnostics partner!”— Andreas Späth, Program Manager, Faculty 73, Volkswagen AG
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FAQ Section
Who is this product for?
For HR professionals, founders, and consultants in small to mid-sized companies who need to select or develop leadership talent – fast, and based on real diagnostics.
Do I need to be a psychologist to use this?
No. This guide is made for non-specialists who need smart guidance and decision-ready summaries.
Can I download the product or access it offline?
No – this product is available exclusively as a web-based document. There is no downloadable version – and that’s a good thing: You’ll always have access to the most up-to-date version via the same personal link.
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Prefer to pay by invoice?
Just email to [jennifer.frotscher(at)peats.de] with your company details, and we’ll issue an manual invoice. Access will be granted after payment is received.
Will I get updates?
Yes - you’ll automatically receive access to all future updates. Your purchase includes lifetime access. Just keep your link safe.
Can i share link with colleagues?
No - the link is personal and licensed for individual use only.
Jump back in
To help you make informed, confident decisions, our guide compares each diagnostic tool across a wide range of practical and strategic crite.
This tool is built for companies that want structured, psychologically grounded decision-making when selecting leaders.
It compares tools across dimensions that matter to Companies – from scientific quality to candidate experience.
Stop wasting time comparing vendor brochures. Start selecting with clarity.
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