HireRight vs First Advantage

The short answer

Neither vendor publishes prices, so cost cannot be compared from public information. HireRight documents more of its FCRA workflow (adverse action, individualized assessment, and state and local rules), while First Advantage lists more integrations (100+ vs 70+), a REST API with sandbox, and PBSA accreditation.

By LeadChange Research TeamUpdated Oct 12, 2026Facts checked Oct 13, 2026

HireRight

Best for: Employers screening candidates across multiple countries

Choose HireRight if

You need a documented FCRA workflow: disclosure, adverse action, individualized assessment, and state and local rule updates.
Your HCM is Workday, ADP, Oracle, or UKG; HireRight lists marketplace partnerships with all four.
You value speed; HireRight reports a one-day average US turnaround for 2025.
You want GDPR documentation alongside SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 in one trust center.

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First Advantage

Best for: Employers that want screening inside Workday, iCIMS, Bullhorn or another ATS

Choose First Advantage if

You need a REST API with a developer portal and sandbox for custom ordering workflows.
Your ATS is iCIMS or Bullhorn, or you want 100+ ATS and HCM integrations to choose from.
You need PBSA accreditation, which First Advantage lists on its trust center.
You want I-9/E-Verify, fingerprinting, or ongoing monitoring from the same screening vendor.
You screen candidates abroad; First Advantage states coverage of 200+ countries and territories.

First Advantage plans and prices Alternatives to First Advantage

LeadChange Score: editorial assessment based on public information.

Scorecard

HireRight wins 0First Advantage wins 12 ties

HireRight vs First Advantage by dimension
Dimension	HireRight	First Advantage
PricingBoth vendors are quote-only and publish no prices, so neither can be called cheaper. Quote only	Quote only	Quote only
IntegrationsFirst Advantage reports 100+ ATS and HCM integrated partners and a REST API; HireRight reports 70+ integration solutions with 45+ partners. We could not confirm a public API for HireRight. 100	70 native	100 native
SecurityBoth report SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 on public trust centers. First Advantage also lists PBSA accreditation; we could not confirm PBSA status for HireRight. Yes	SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR	SOC 2, ISO 27001

Key differences

Where HireRight and First Advantage differ (7)
Attribute	HireRight	First Advantage
Pricing model	Quote only	Per check
Best for	Mid-market companies, enterprises	Small businesses, enterprises
Native integrations	70	100
Support channels	Phone, web form, help center	Support portal, chat
Founded	1990	2003
Headquarters	Nashville, TN, US	Atlanta, Georgia, US
Ownership	Private equity-backed	Publicly traded

Show 4 attributes where they are the same

Where they are the same (4)
Attribute	HireRight	First Advantage
Price transparency	Quote only	Quote only
Open API
SOC 2 Type II
ISO 27001

Analysis by dimension

Pricing. Both vendors are quote-only and publish no prices, so neither can be called cheaper.

Capabilities. HireRight documents disclosure, adverse action, individualized assessment, and state and local rules; First Advantage's public pages document only ATS integration and drug screening among these. That is a documentation gap, not proof First Advantage lacks them.

Integrations. First Advantage reports 100+ ATS and HCM integrated partners and a REST API; HireRight reports 70+ integration solutions with 45+ partners. We could not confirm a public API for HireRight.

Security. Both report SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 on public trust centers. First Advantage also lists PBSA accreditation; we could not confirm PBSA status for HireRight.

Neither one?

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Frequently asked questions

Is HireRight cheaper than First Advantage?

There is no way to tell from public information. Neither vendor publishes prices: HireRight directs buyers to a sales contact, and First Advantage asks prospects to call or complete a sales interest form. Request itemized quotes for the same package from both, including court and third-party fees, before comparing.

Which is better for a small business, HireRight or First Advantage?

Neither vendor states that it targets small businesses, and neither publishes prices. A small employer should ask each for a sample report, the full package list, and the dispute process. First Advantage lists focus industries including retail, staffing, and healthcare; HireRight does not list target industries on its public pages.

Can you switch between HireRight and First Advantage?

Both list Workday as a marketplace partner integration, so Workday employers can connect either. HireRight also lists ADP, Oracle, and UKG; First Advantage lists iCIMS and Bullhorn. First Advantage says a standard integration can be activated in days, which is a vendor claim. Confirm your ATS is supported before moving.

What is the key difference between HireRight and First Advantage?

HireRight documents a full FCRA workflow, including adverse action, individualized assessment, and state and local rule support. First Advantage lists a larger integration network (100+ versus 70+), a REST API with sandbox, and PBSA accreditation. Both report SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001, and both are quote-only.

Does HireRight or First Advantage integrate with Workday?

Both do. Workday appears as a marketplace partner integration for each vendor. HireRight reports 70+ integration solutions with 45+ HCM and ATS partners; First Advantage reports 100+ ATS and HCM integrated partners. Confirm which screening features run inside your Workday setup with each vendor.

Is HireRight or First Advantage more secure?

Both HireRight and First Advantage state SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001. Only HireRight states GDPR.

Who are HireRight’s biggest competitors?

HireRight ranks #7 of 9 in our background check services ranking. Besides First Advantage, the highest-scored are Checkr, Certn, and Turn. Every alternative, matched to the reason you might switch: HireRight alternatives.

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