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Verified First

Best Verified First Alternatives

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

By LeadChange Research TeamUpdated Based on 36 sources, most recently checked

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Verified First alternatives, closest first

  1. KarmaCheckSimilarity 100
  2. AsurintSimilarity 80
  3. IntelifiSimilarity 80

Alternatives by reason for switching

  • Lower price per check

    Certn

    From $13.99 per check vs $29.99 per check for Verified First, cheapest packages.

    $13.99 per check1

  • Published pricing

    Checkr

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

  • Built for larger companies

    Turn

    Serves enterprise companies; Verified First does not list enterprise among the sizes it serves.

    Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises2

  • Built for small businesses

    ClearStar

    Serves small businesses; Verified First does not list them among the sizes it serves.

    Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises3

  • Built for mid-sized companies

    GoodHire

    Serves mid-sized companies; Verified First does not list them among the sizes it serves.

    Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises4

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Verified First 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 Verified First.

  1. KarmaCheck

    vs Verified First: KarmaCheck: quote-only; Verified First: from $29.99/check.

    Similarity100 of 100
  2. Asurint

    vs Verified First: Asurint: quote-only; Verified First: from $29.99/check.

    Similarity80 of 100
  3. Intelifi

    vs Verified First: Intelifi: quote-only; Verified First: from $29.99/check.

    Similarity80 of 100
  4. Backgrounds Online

    vs Verified First: Backgrounds Online: from $29.95/check; Verified First: from $29.99/check.

    Similarity70 of 100
  5. Certn

    vs Verified First: Certn: from $13.99/check; Verified First: from $29.99/check. Background Check Services score 8.2; Verified First is not scored yet.

    Similarity70 of 100
  6. Checkr

    vs Verified First: Checkr: from $24.99/report; Verified First: from $29.99/check. Background Check Services score 8.4; Verified First is not scored yet.

    Similarity70 of 100
  7. First Advantage

    vs Verified First: First Advantage: quote-only; Verified First: from $29.99/check. Background Check Services score 5.6; Verified First is not scored yet.

    Similarity70 of 100
  8. GoodHire

    vs Verified First: GoodHire: from $29.99/check; Verified First: from $29.99/check. Background Check Services score 6.4; Verified First is not scored yet.

    Similarity70 of 100
  9. Trusted Employees

    vs Verified First: Trusted Employees: from $29.95/check; Verified First: from $29.99/check.

    Similarity70 of 100
  10. Turn

    vs Verified First: Turn: from $25/check; Verified First: from $29.99/check. Background Check Services score 7.6; Verified First is not scored yet.

    Similarity70 of 100

Why buyers look beyond Verified First

  1. Pass-through fees not listed

    The pricing page does not list court or verification fees that may be billed on top.

  2. SOC 2 report type not verified

    It states SOC 2 compliance without naming a Type II report.

Verified First vs its closest alternatives

Background Check Services comparison: LeadChange Score, pricing and verified features
ProductScorePricing modelAPISOC 2 Type IIFCRA compliance
Verified First5,6Not scoredPer checkYesNot verifiedNot verified
KarmaCheck7–9Not scoredPer checkYesYes: Yes (audit announced in 2023)Yes
Asurint10–12Not scoredQuote onlyYesNot verifiedYes
Intelifi13–15Not scoredQuote onlyYesNot verifiedYes
Backgrounds Online16–19Not scoredPer checkYesYesYes
Certn20–238.2Per checkYesYesYes
Checkr24–268.4Per checkYesYesYes
First Advantage27–305.6Per checkYesYesYes

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

Alternatives to similar products

Frequently asked questions

What are the best alternatives to Verified First?

Among products built for the same job in Background Check Services, the closest to Verified First are KarmaCheck, Asurint (80% similar), and Intelifi (80% similar), by the categories, company sizes and pricing model they share. KarmaCheck vs Verified First: KarmaCheck: quote-only; Verified First: from $29.99/check.

Which Verified First alternatives publish their prices?

Of the alternatives to Verified First, Backgrounds Online, Certn, Checkr, GoodHire, Trusted Employees, and Turn publish list prices for at least one plan. Verified First publishes part of its pricing.

Which Verified First alternative scores highest?

Checkr scores highest at 8.4/10; Verified First is not scored yet. Closest to Verified First: KarmaCheck.

Why do teams look for Verified First alternatives?

The fit limits documented for Verified First: pass-through fees not listed and SOC 2 report type not verified. The “Why buyers look beyond Verified First” section explains each one from its source.

Which Verified First alternatives integrate with ADP?

Asurint, Backgrounds Online, Certn, and GoodHire document an integration with ADP, like Verified First.

How this page was made

  • What it is built from

    44 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 Verified First hands-on: this page uses public information only.

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Sources

The 36 pages this page's facts come from, with the day we last checked each one. The numbers beside the figures above link here.

Quotes from the sources
  1. Certn certn.co/us/pricing“US Core Criminal Check Start now $13.99” “Prices are accurate at the time of submission. Pricing is in United States Dollars (USD).”
  2. Turn turn.ai/pricing“Advanced solutions for complex organizations with high-volume hiring.” “For scaling businesses Custom Pricing”
  3. ClearStar clearstar.net/contact-us“ClearStar supports employers, background screeners, nonprofits, housing authorities, and government agencies of all sizes.”
  4. GoodHire goodhire.com/pricing“We offer competitively-priced background checks for businesses of all sizes.” “LESS THAN CHECKS YEARLY 50 Get Started Right Away SEE PRICING MORE THAN CHECKS YEARLY 50 100+ Screening Options GET A CUSTOM QUOTE”
  5. Verified First verifiedfirst.com/pricing“Access industry-leading pricing for background checks, I-9s, drug tests, and more with Verified First.” “Enterprise $ – Custom Screening Package(s) Discounted Volume Pricing”
  6. 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.”
  7. 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.”
  8. KarmaCheck karmacheck.com/integrations-api“Every aspect of our system is built for APIs.”
  9. KarmaCheck karmacheck.com“SOC 2 Type 2 Compliance”
  10. Asurint asurint.com/contact-us/book-a-demo“Curious to see how it works?”
  11. Asurint asurint.com“Our platform plugs right into your workflow with seamless integrations and a flexible API.”
  12. Asurint asurint.com/faqs“Governed by the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), we are committed to protecting your rights and privacy.”
  13. Intelifi intelifi.com/support“GET A QUOTE”
  14. 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.”
  15. Intelifi intelifi.com/report-types“Our software keeps your business FCRA compliant. And all of our agents are FCRA certified.”
  16. Backgrounds Online backgroundsonline.com/faqs/getting-started“No, there are no monthly or recurring fees. You will only be billed for the reports you order.”
  17. Backgrounds Online backgroundsonline.com/technology“We provide services for both submitting screening requests and retrieving results through XML.”
  18. Backgrounds Online backgroundsonline.com/soc2-report“We voluntarily undergo a type 2 SOC 2 audit each year to demonstrate our deep commitment to maintain strong security controls”
  19. Backgrounds Online backgroundsonline.com/faqs/security-compliance“Yes, our background checks contain reportable data that is in compliance with FCRA regulations.”
  20. 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.”
  21. Certn certn.co“Embed background checks directly into your onboarding flow. Clean documentation, straightforward implementation, and a RESTful API built for developers”
  22. Certn certn.co/security“SOC 2 Type 2 Period: Sept 2024 – Sep 2025”
  23. 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.”
  24. Checkr checkr.com/pricing“Simple, pay-as-you-go pricing Background check pricing for businesses of all sizes.” “Enterprise Custom solutions to meet your specific hiring requirements Contact sales for pricing”
  25. 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)”
  26. 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”
  27. First Advantage fadv.com/solutions/small-business-background-checks“With pay-as-you-go pricing, no account setup fees, and no minimum screening volume, you can order checks when you need them.”
  28. First Advantage fadv.com/api“Our Background Check API Makes Connecting Easy”
  29. First Advantage trust.fadv.com“Compliance SOC 2 Type 2 ISO/IEC 27001:2022”
  30. First Advantage (SEC Form 10-K) sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1210677/000119312526076740/fa-20251231.htm“In addition, under the FCRA in the United States, both our customers and we are required to comply with many requirements under the FCRA as well as state-level laws regarding the use and delivery of consumer reports.”
  31. 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”
  32. Trusted Employees Trusted Employees: Pricing and packages“Need a custom package for more than 50 screenings a year? call (888) 808-8350” “Starting at 29 .95 Per 1 screening”
  33. Verified First verifiedfirst.com/partners
  34. Asurint asurint.com/partners/overview
  35. Backgrounds Online backgroundsonline.com/ats-integration
  36. GoodHire goodhire.com/background-checks/hr-tech-integrations

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