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ClearStar

Best ClearStar Alternatives

10 products that do the same job as ClearStar, with similarity scores and how each one is priced.

By LeadChange Research TeamUpdated Based on 23 sources, most recently checked

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ClearStar alternatives, closest first

  1. Accurate BackgroundSimilarity 100
  2. Accurate C&S ServicesSimilarity 100
  3. CisiveSimilarity 100

Alternatives by reason for switching

  • Published pricing

    Checkr

    Highest-scoring alternative that publishes its prices (8.4/10).

  • Higher LeadChange Score

    Certn

    8.2/10 in Background Check Services vs 6.6 for ClearStar; Checkr (8.4), listed above for another reason, score higher still.

What should your next provider do better than ClearStar?

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ClearStar alternatives, closest first

Products built for the same job come first, then products that also cover it, each group by similarity: the share of categories (50%), company sizes served (30%) and pricing model (20%) a product shares with ClearStar.

  1. Accurate Background

    vs ClearStar: Accurate Background: quote-only; ClearStar: quote-only. Background Check Services score 4.6 vs 6.6.

    Similarity100 of 100
  2. Accurate C&S Services

    vs ClearStar: Accurate C&S Services: quote-only; ClearStar: quote-only. Background Check Services score 6.1 vs 6.6.

    Similarity100 of 100
  3. Cisive

    vs ClearStar: Cisive: quote-only; ClearStar: quote-only. Not scored yet in Background Check Services; ClearStar scores 6.6.

    Similarity100 of 100
  4. DISA Global Solutions

    vs ClearStar: DISA Global Solutions: quote-only; ClearStar: quote-only. Not scored yet in Background Check Services; ClearStar scores 6.6.

    Similarity100 of 100
  5. InfoMart

    vs ClearStar: InfoMart: quote-only; ClearStar: quote-only. Not scored yet in Background Check Services; ClearStar scores 6.6.

    Similarity100 of 100
  6. Universal Background Screening

    vs ClearStar: Universal Background Screening: quote-only; ClearStar: quote-only. Not scored yet in Background Check Services; ClearStar scores 6.6.

    Similarity100 of 100
  7. HireRight

    vs ClearStar: HireRight: quote-only; ClearStar: quote-only. Background Check Services score 5.8 vs 6.6.

    Similarity90 of 100
  8. IntelliCorp

    vs ClearStar: IntelliCorp: quote-only; ClearStar: quote-only. Not scored yet in Background Check Services; ClearStar scores 6.6.

    Similarity90 of 100
  9. VICTIG

    vs ClearStar: VICTIG: quote-only; ClearStar: quote-only. Not scored yet in Background Check Services; ClearStar scores 6.6.

    Similarity90 of 100
  10. Backgrounds Online

    vs ClearStar: Backgrounds Online: from $29.95/check; ClearStar: quote-only. Not scored yet in Background Check Services; ClearStar scores 6.6.

    Similarity80 of 100

Why buyers look beyond ClearStar

  1. Prices on request

    Basic, Standard and Professional packages are listed without prices.

  2. County pass-through fees

    Packages include the first three county court searches with pass-through fees on top.

ClearStar vs its closest alternatives

Background Check Services comparison: LeadChange Score, pricing and verified features
ProductScorePricing modelAPIFCRA compliance
ClearStar1–36.6Quote onlyYesYes
Accurate Background4–64.6Quote onlyYesYes
Accurate C&S Services7–96.1Quote onlyYesYes
Cisive10–12Not scoredQuote onlyYesYes
DISA Global Solutions13,14Not scoredQuote onlyNot verifiedYes
InfoMart15–17Not scoredQuote onlyYesYes
Universal Background Screening18Not scoredQuote onlyNot verifiedYes
HireRight19,205.8Quote onlyYesYes

Not verified = we have no sourced value for it yet.

Alternatives to similar products

Frequently asked questions

What are the best alternatives to ClearStar?

Among products built for the same job in Background Check Services, the closest to ClearStar are Accurate Background, Accurate C&S Services, and Cisive, by the categories, company sizes and pricing model they share. Accurate Background vs ClearStar: Accurate Background: quote-only; ClearStar: quote-only. Background Check Services score 4.6 vs 6.6.

Which ClearStar alternatives publish their prices?

Of the alternatives to ClearStar, Backgrounds Online, Certn, and Checkr publish list prices for at least one plan. ClearStar prices by quote.

Which ClearStar alternative scores highest?

Checkr scores highest at 8.4/10; ClearStar scores 6.6. Closest to ClearStar: Accurate Background (4.6).

Why do teams look for ClearStar alternatives?

The fit limits documented for ClearStar: prices on request and county pass-through fees. The “Why buyers look beyond ClearStar” section explains each one from its source.

How this page was made

  • What it is built from

    29 verified facts, each checked against the vendor's own pages or another primary source, most recently on Nov 10, 2026.

  • Method

    Scored and compared with the LeadChange methodology, version 1.5. Read the methodology

  • Independent review

    Not reviewed yet by our independent reviewer. How we review

  • Hands-on testing

    We have not tested ClearStar hands-on: this page uses public information only.

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Sources

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Quotes from the sources
  1. ClearStar clearstar.net/pricing“In need of a custom package? That’s what we’re best at!” “Whether you’re a growing business or a high-volume enterprise, ClearStar offers customizable pricing built around your screening mix and compliance requirements.”
  2. ClearStar clearstar.net/contact-us“ClearStar integrates seamlessly with leading ATS, HR, and payroll platforms, and also supports API-based integrations.”
  3. ClearStar clearstar.net/smart-screen“The industry’s first FCRA-governed instant consumer report”
  4. Accurate Background accurate.com/about-us/company-facts“Business Model: Enterprise and mid-market background screening services delivered through contracted business agreements”
  5. 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.”
  6. 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.”
  7. Accurate Screens accuratescreens.com/contact“Talk to our team about pricing, demos, and getting started.”
  8. Accurate Screens accuratescreens.com/integrations“A fully documented REST API for custom integrations, automated workflows, and enterprise system connections.”
  9. Accurate Screens accuratescreens.com/compliance“Fair credit reporting compliance built into every workflow — from permissible purpose to adverse action.”
  10. 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”
  11. 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.”
  12. 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.”
  13. DISA Global Solutions disa.com/contact“I am an employer seeking new services or wanting to expand my services”
  14. DISA Global Solutions disa.com/background-checks“DISA supports FCRA compliance by helping employers issue required adverse action notices”
  15. InfoMart infomart-usa.com/talk-to-sales“Talk to the screening team that listens, builds around your needs, and actually follows through.”
  16. InfoMart infomart-usa.com/background-check-technology“Free Testing Environment It’s quick and easy to register and start playing in the sandbox. Test all aspects of the system to see for yourself how simple it is to connect with InfoMart.”
  17. InfoMart infomart-usa.com/infomart-corporate-profile“100% FCRA-certified team”
  18. 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”
  19. HireRight hireright.com/llms.txt“Business Model: Contract Required” “Is HireRight FCRA compliant? Yes, HireRight's products and disclosures follow FCRA requirements.”
  20. HireRight hireright.com/company/ai-info“Fast API response times bring you essential data quickly”
  21. Backgrounds Online backgroundsonline.com/products-and-services“Choose a screening package for the position you're filling or customize your own.” “Basic Perfect for low risk positions $29.95”
  22. Certn certn.co/us/pricing“Prices are accurate at the time of submission. Pricing is in United States Dollars (USD).” “US Core Criminal Check Start now $13.99”
  23. Checkr checkr.com/pricing“Enterprise Custom solutions to meet your specific hiring requirements Contact sales for pricing” “Basic Our most affordable option with limited criminal search Starting from $29.99 / report*”

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