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Background Check Services

Background Check Services Comparison

Every background check product we track, side by side: LeadChange Score, published pricing and verified features, each value checked against the vendor’s own documentation.

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By LeadChange Research TeamUpdated Based on 59 sources, facts checked

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Background Check Services comparison table

Background Check Services comparison: LeadChange Score, pricing and verified features
ProductScorePricing modelOpen APIFCRA compliance
Checkr1,28.4Per checkYesYes
Certn3–58.2Per checkYesYes
Turn6–87.6Per checkYesYes
ClearStar9–116.6Quote onlyYesYes
GoodHire12,136.4Per checkYesYes
Accurate C&S Services14–166.1Quote onlyYesYes
HireRight17,185.8Quote onlyYesYes
First Advantage19,205.5Per checkYesNot disclosed
Accurate Background21–234.6Quote onlyYesYes
Backgrounds Online24–26Not scoredPer checkYesYes
Intelifi27–29Not scoredQuote onlyYesYes
Asurint30–32Not scoredQuote onlyYesYes
Cisive33–35Not scoredQuote onlyYesYes
Trusted Employees36–38Not scoredPer checkYesYes
Veremark39,40Not scoredPer checkYesNot disclosed
InfoMart41–43Not scoredQuote onlyYesYes
IntelliCorp44–46Not scoredQuote onlyYesYes
KarmaCheck47,48Not scoredPer checkYesYes
Universal Background Screening49Not scoredQuote onlyNot disclosedYes
Verified First50,51Not scoredPer checkYesNot disclosed
DISA Global Solutions52,53Not scoredQuote onlyNot disclosedYes
VICTIG54–56Not scoredQuote onlyYesYes
Zinc57–59Not scoredPer checkYesYes

Not disclosed = the vendor doesn’t publish it.

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Frequently asked questions

Which background check services has the highest LeadChange Score?

Of the 23 background check services products in this comparison, the highest LeadChange Scores belong to Checkr (8.4/10), Certn (8.2), and Turn (7.6).

Do background check services publish their prices?

Of the 23 products compared, 0 publish a list price we can compare and 15 are quote-only (ClearStar, Accurate C&S Services, HireRight, First Advantage, and 11 more).

Which background check services in this comparison have SOC 2 Type II?

Checkr, Certn, Turn, ClearStar, Accurate C&S Services, and 5 more state SOC 2 Type II compliance; Checkr, Certn, ClearStar, and 3 more also hold ISO 27001. That is 10 of the 23 products in this comparison.

Which background check services in this comparison support single sign-on?

Certn, Accurate C&S Services, and Zinc document single sign-on; 20 of the 23 products in this comparison do not.

How we research

Ranked by the LeadChange Score, computed only from verified facts: capability coverage (30%), pricing and value (20%), integrations and API (15%), security (15%), fit and support (10%) and data confidence (10%), times a category fit. Products with too few verified facts are not scored yet and come last. Payment never changes a score or a position.

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Sources

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  1. Checkr checkr.com/pricing“Simple, pay-as-you-go pricing Background check pricing for businesses of all sizes.”
  2. Checkr docs.checkr.com/partners“We provide industry standard and easy to follow API documentation of our RESTful APIs, OAuth, a staging account, and an average implementation timeline of 2 weeks from start to finish.” “For more information on your obligations under FCRA, and Checkr’s responsibilities as a Consumer Reporting Agency (CRA)”
  3. Certn certn.co/us“Start running checks in minutes. Pay per check with no setup fees or minimums, and add team members as you grow.”
  4. Certn certn.co“Embed background checks directly into your onboarding flow. Clean documentation, straightforward implementation, and a RESTful API built for developers”
  5. Certn certn.co/background-screening-api“Certn ensures that our platform adheres to industry specific standards — including FRCA and SOC-III — so you can be assured data privacy is paramount.”
  6. Turn turn.ai/pricing“No setup fees No monthly minimums Pay as you go”
  7. Turn turn.ai/integrations“Offer a smooth candidate experience and faster hiring with Turn's API and integrations for ATS, HRIS, payroll, and onboarding.”
  8. Turn turn.ai/compliance-security-and-ai-governance“Turn is a registered Consumer Reporting Agency (CRA).”
  9. ClearStar clearstar.net/pricing“In need of a custom package? That’s what we’re best at!”
  10. ClearStar clearstar.net/contact-us“ClearStar integrates seamlessly with leading ATS, HR, and payroll platforms, and also supports API-based integrations.”
  11. ClearStar clearstar.net/smart-screen“The industry’s first FCRA-governed instant consumer report”
  12. GoodHire goodhire.com/pricing“Background Check Pricing Varies By Annual Volumes”
  13. GoodHire goodhire.com/background-checks/hr-tech-integrations“GoodHire comes pre-integrated with leading ATS/HRIS platforms and can be easily integrated into new platforms with our API.” “Get secure, FCRA-compliant consent from candidates”
  14. Accurate Screens accuratescreens.com/contact“Talk to our team about pricing, demos, and getting started.”
  15. Accurate Screens accuratescreens.com/integrations“A fully documented REST API for custom integrations, automated workflows, and enterprise system connections.”
  16. Accurate Screens accuratescreens.com/compliance“Fair credit reporting compliance built into every workflow — from permissible purpose to adverse action.”
  17. HireRight hireright.com/llms.txt“Business Model: Contract Required” “Is HireRight FCRA compliant? Yes, HireRight's products and disclosures follow FCRA requirements.”
  18. HireRight hireright.com/company/ai-info“Fast API response times bring you essential data quickly”
  19. First Advantage fadv.com/solutions/small-business-background-checks“Simple Online Setup Pay Only When You Screen”
  20. First Advantage fadv.com/api“Our Background Check API Makes Connecting Easy”
  21. Accurate Background accurate.com/about-us/company-facts“Business Model: Enterprise and mid-market background screening services delivered through contracted business agreements”
  22. Accurate Background accurate.com/solutions/background-check-api“Connect your web or mobile application to an easy-to-use background check API your IT team will love and your HR department won’t want to live without.”
  23. Accurate Background accurate.com/privacy-policy“Most of the personal information we collect is for the purpose of providing a background report under the FCRA.”
  24. Backgrounds Online backgroundsonline.com/faqs/getting-started“Our packages range from $29.95 up to $99.95 per applicant.”
  25. Backgrounds Online backgroundsonline.com/technology“We provide services for both submitting screening requests and retrieving results through XML.”
  26. Backgrounds Online backgroundsonline.com/faqs/security-compliance“Yes, our background checks contain reportable data that is in compliance with FCRA regulations.”
  27. Intelifi intelifi.com/support“GET A QUOTE”
  28. Intelifi intelifi.com“Our smart integration tools seamlessly transfer applicant data from your existing on-boarding or applicant tracking software. We also provide an open API for easy integrations.”
  29. Intelifi intelifi.com/report-types“As an NAPBS accredited background check company, we adhere to the highest standards and practices. Rest assured that your reports are FCRA compliant and safe to use for employment decisions anywhere in the United States.”
  30. Asurint asurint.com/contact-us“Curious to see how it works? Set up a quick demo.”
  31. Asurint asurint.com“Our platform plugs right into your workflow with seamless integrations and a flexible API.”
  32. Asurint asurint.com/faqs“Governed by the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), we are committed to protecting your rights and privacy.”
  33. Cisive cisive.com“Book time with one of our screening experts to find out how we can streamline your talent process with a free assessment”
  34. Cisive cisive.com/partners“Cisive, PreCheck, & Driver iQ partners with leading brands across their respective industries, and our list keeps growing through our open API.”
  35. Cisive Cisive: Criminal searches“Yes. Cisive’s criminal background checks are conducted in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and applicable state and local regulations.”
  36. Trusted Employees trustedemployees.com/pricing-packages“Starting at 29 .95 Per 1 screening”
  37. Trusted Employees trustedemployees.com/employment-screening-integrations“Our APIs simplify the integration process for your IT team.”
  38. Trusted Employees trustedemployees.com/employment-screening-compliance“When we perform a FCRA compliant background check, our workflows and triggered actions ensure you’re in compliance and requirements are met.”
  39. Veremark help.veremark.com/is-there-an-ongoing-cost-of-access-to-the-platform“No - we just charge on a per candidate per check basis.”
  40. Veremark veremark.com/products/verelink-api“Plug our award-winning background screening software into your existing hiring workflows with Veremark's super-fast RESTful API.”
  41. InfoMart infomart-usa.com/talk-to-sales“Talk to the screening team that listens, builds around your needs, and actually follows through.”
  42. InfoMart infomart-usa.com/background-check-technology“RESTful API for integration with existing ATS/HRIS”
  43. InfoMart infomart-usa.com/infomart-corporate-profile“100% FCRA-certified team”
  44. IntelliCorp intellicorp.net/marketing/faq.html“please contact Client Services for a list of countries and products for availability. The list includes the turnaround time and price.”
  45. IntelliCorp intellicorp.net/marketing/xml-gateway.html“XML Gateway is the interface between your website and IntelliCorp’s robust suite of screening solutions and search capabilities.”
  46. IntelliCorp intellicorp.net/marketing/expertise_compliance.html“As a Consumer Reporting Agency (CRA), IntelliCorp is subject to the laws that govern our industry.”
  47. KarmaCheck karmacheck.com/faq“As soon as the background check begins processing the customer and/or applicant are charged based on the package of screenings.” “When complete, a background check results in a consumer report as defined by the FCRA.”
  48. KarmaCheck karmacheck.com/integrations-api“Every aspect of our system is built for APIs.”
  49. Universal Background Screening universalbackground.com/services/employment-background-checks“Contact us for additional information, request pricing or learn more about our employment screening services” “staying compliant with FCRA and state regulations”
  50. Verified First verifiedfirst.com/pricing“Access industry-leading pricing for background checks, I-9s, drug tests, and more with Verified First.”
  51. Verified First verifiedfirst.com/technology/anchor-api“The full screening API, built for hiring teams whose process doesn’t fit an off-the-shelf tool.”
  52. DISA Global Solutions disa.com/contact“I am an employer seeking new services or wanting to expand my services”
  53. DISA Global Solutions disa.com/background-checks“DISA supports FCRA compliance by helping employers issue required adverse action notices”
  54. VICTIG victig.com/contact“We are available through email, phone, or message for your questions, concerns, and all other sales inquiries.”
  55. VICTIG victig.com/ats-integrations“The VICTIG Instascreen Software facilitates a variety of partnership options and a background check API.”
  56. VICTIG victig.com/why-victig“FCRA compliant, end to end.”
  57. Zinc zincwork.com/global-background-checks/united-states“What you check is what you pay for — it’s that easy.”
  58. Zinc zincwork.com/enterprise“Zinc integrates with Zapier or offers an open API, so the possibilities are endless.”
  59. Zinc zincwork.com/security“We collect data in accordance with Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) regulations for background checks.”