Checkr vs Cisive

The short answer

Checkr publishes per-report packages from $29.99, pay as you go; Cisive quotes every program. Both screen in 200+ countries and follow the FCRA. Checkr adds 200+ integrations, webhooks and SOC 2 Type II. Cisive runs PreCheck for healthcare and Driver iQ for transportation, with 24/7 support.

By LeadChange Research TeamUpdated Nov 7, 2026Based on 8 sources, most recently checked Nov 9, 2026

Checkr

Best for: Employers that hire often and want to pay per report

Choose Checkr if

You want to see prices first: Basic from $29.99 and Essential from $59.99 per report, plus court and database fees at cost.
You want 200+ pre-built integrations or webhooks for your own system.
You need SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001.

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Cisive

Not scored in Background Check Services15 of 27 facts verified

Best for: Healthcare employers served by the PreCheck brand

Choose Cisive if

You screen healthcare staff or students for placements (PreCheck).
You want 24/7 support from internal service representatives.
You want electronic I-9 and executive intelligence from the same provider.

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LeadChange Score: editorial assessment based on public information.

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Checkr wins 3Cisive wins 0

Checkr vs Cisive by dimension
Dimension	Checkr	Cisive
PricingCheckr publishes Basic $29.99, Essential $59.99 and Complete $94.99 per report and passes court fees through at cost. Cisive quotes. Third-party court and database access fees passed through at cost, not included in package prices, County criminal search add-on: $25/check plus court fees, Motor vehicle record: $9.50/check plus state DMV fees; Continuous MVR: $2.50 per enrolled driver per month, Identity verification: $4.99/check, Drug screening: from $10/test, Employment verification: from $12.50/check, Social media search: $29.99/check, Assess Standard: $2.49/report; Assess Premium: $4/report, Postal adverse action: $7/letter; Form I-9: $7/form, International background checks: from $32/check1	Partly published	Quote only
IntegrationsCheckr lists 200+ integrations and webhooks. Cisive names Workday and iCIMS and an open API. 200+1	8 documented (vendor says 200+)	2 documented
SecurityCheckr lists SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001 and GDPR. Cisive states GDPR compliance for its European services. Yes2	SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR	GDPR

Key differences

Where Checkr and Cisive differ (2)
Attribute	Checkr	Cisive
Pricing model	Per check1	Quote only3
Price transparency	Partly published1	Quote only3

Show 4 attributes where they are the same

Where they are the same (4)
Attribute	Checkr	Cisive
Best for	Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises1	Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises4
API	5	6
GDPR program	2	7
FCRA compliance	5	8

Analysis by dimension

Pricing. Checkr publishes Basic $29.99, Essential $59.99 and Complete $94.99 per report and passes court fees through at cost. Cisive quotes.

Integrations. Checkr lists 200+ integrations and webhooks. Cisive names Workday and iCIMS and an open API.

Security. Checkr lists SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001 and GDPR. Cisive states GDPR compliance for its European services.

Fit and support. Both serve small, mid-size and enterprise employers. Cisive adds 24/7 support.

Neither one?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Checkr cheaper than Cisive?

Only Checkr can be priced in advance: from $29.99 per report, with court fees passed through at cost. Cisive quotes after a free assessment, so request a quote for the same searches.

Which is faster, Checkr or Cisive?

Checkr gives an average of 2 to 3 days per report. Cisive says 78% of its criminal searches close within an hour. The two figures measure different things: whole reports versus criminal searches.

How do Checkr and Cisive compare on security and compliance?

Both follow the FCRA. Checkr documents a SOC 2 Type II report and ISO 27001 controls; Cisive names GDPR compliance for Germany and the UK but no SOC 2 report on the pages we reviewed.

Which is better for healthcare hiring, Checkr or Cisive?

Cisive is built around regulated sectors, with its PreCheck brand for healthcare and healthcare education. Checkr offers healthcare sanctions checks within a broader platform.

Do Checkr and Cisive need a contract?

Checkr's Mortgage pay-as-you-go tier has no commitments or contracts and bills per verification; Checkr publishes no contract term for its Workforce packages. Cisive sells through its sales team after an assessment.

Who else competes with Checkr and Cisive?

HireRight, First Advantage, GoodHire, Certn, Asurint and Verified First are the other screening providers we compare.

Who are Checkr’s biggest competitors?

Checkr ranks #1 of 9 in our background check services ranking. Besides Cisive, the highest-scored are Certn, Turn, and ClearStar. Every alternative, matched to the reason you might switch: Checkr alternatives.

How this page was made

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Quotes from the sources

Checkr checkr.com/pricing“*Standard third-party court and database access fees may apply, passed through at cost with no markup.” “200+ pre-built integrations create a seamless workflow with your HR systems”
Checkr checkr.com/trust-and-security“A SOC 2 Type II report provides detailed information about the suitability of the design of controls and an independent auditor’s assurance” “We also process data in compliance with the regulations of United States and international jurisdictions, including: United States: California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) European Union: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)”
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” “Speak with Sales”
Cisive cisive.com/cisive-solutions/self-service“Cisive Self-Service is a self-directed background screening solution built specifically for small to midsize organizations.”
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)”
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.”
Cisive cisive.com/cisive-solutions/global-screening-services“Cisive's services in Germany are fully compliant with the EU's GDPR and the German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG).”
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.”