Why companies are switching from Checkr to VerifAI
Checkr is one of the largest background screening providers, known for its developer-friendly API and gig economy focus. However, many employers find Checkr's one-size-fits-all approach, limited customer support, and lack of AI-powered analysis insufficient for making nuanced hiring decisions. VerifAI was built to address exactly these gaps.
Checkr Founded
2014
Checkr Customers
100,000+
Checkr Pricing
Starting ~$30/check
VerifAI Advantage
AI-Powered
Checkr delivers records but leaves interpretation to you. VerifAI's AI analyzes every finding and provides clear hire/review/flag recommendations so you can make decisions in minutes, not hours.
Checkr's basic name matching generates false positives that slow down hiring. VerifAI's intelligent matching reduces false positives by 85%, meaning fewer delays and fewer frustrated candidates.
Checkr's self-service model means long wait times when you need help. VerifAI provides a dedicated account manager who knows your business and responds within hours, not days.
Checkr charges extra for post-hire monitoring. VerifAI includes continuous monitoring in Professional and Enterprise plans because screening shouldn't stop at hire.
"We switched from Checkr to VerifAI and immediately noticed the difference. Instead of getting raw criminal records and having to figure out what they mean, VerifAI gives us clear recommendations. Our time-to-hire dropped by 3 days."
Sarah Mitchell
VP of Talent Acquisition, TechForward Staffing