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Checkr vs Verified First

A sourced, side-by-side comparison for background checks. Checkr has the lower entry price. Every figure links to the vendor's own page and the date we captured it.

Checkr has the lower entry price — Checkr starts at $29.99/mo, Verified First at $29.99/mo. Free tier: Checkr No, Verified First No. HIPAA: Checkr —, Verified First —.

As of 2026-06-14 · figures link to their source below

Side by side

Checkr

$29.99/mo entry
Entry price$29.99/mo (Basic)
Free tierNo
HIPAA (BAA)
SOC 2Yes
GDPRYes
Best forHigh-volume tech and gig-economy employers

Verified First

$29.99/mo entry
Entry price$29.99/mo (Basic)
Free tierNo
HIPAA (BAA)
SOC 2Yes
GDPR
Best forHR teams needing NIST 800-53 and SOC 2 compliance documentation

Sources — Checkr: checkr.com (verified 2026-06-14) · Verified First: verifiedfirst.com (verified 2026-06-14)

Key features

Checkr: AI-powered screenings with results in minutes; 200+ pre-built ATS/HRIS integrations; Continuous post-hire monitoring; Resume fraud detection; Adjudication workflow tools

Verified First: SOC 2 Type II and NIST 800-53 compliant; PBSA-accredited client care team; Patented VF Connector extension for seamless ATS/HRIS integration; Drug screening, I-9/E-Verify, MVR/DOT, social media screening, and occupational health included as services; Batch rescreening and candidate texting

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