Comparison
Checkr vs GoodHire
Our take
Here's the thing most comparison articles won't tell you: Checkr owns GoodHire, so this is one company with two front doors. Pick by how you buy, not by the checks, which are substantially the same underneath. GoodHire for self-serve, published prices and low or irregular volume; Checkr for API integration and negotiated volume pricing. Comparing them as 'alternatives' to each other is shopping the same store twice.
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Checkr
The default US background check pick, fast and deeply integrated
VERIFIED JUN 18, 2026
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GoodHire
Checkr's SMB storefront, with the transparent pricing Checkr won't show you
VERIFIED JUL 5, 2026
| Pricing model | per-check | per-check |
| Starting point | Plans reportedly run from about $29 | Three self-serve packages: Basic+ $29 |
| Best for | US-based small and mid-size employers who want background checks built into their existing hiring software. | Small businesses hiring a few people a month that want published pricing, FCRA guardrails, and no sales call. |
| Countries | United States | United States |
| Editorial score | 8.4/10 | 8/10 |
Checkr
Pros
- Fastest, most reliable turnaround of the mainstream US background check providers
- Integrates directly into most popular hiring stacks, minimal manual work
- Built-in compliance workflows for adverse action notices
Cons
- Roughly double Certn's entry price for a comparable basic check
- US-focused, not the right choice if you're vetting contractors or hires abroad
- Package/pricing structure can be confusing to compare against competitors up front
GoodHire
Pros
- Published prices and no minimums, you can run a single check without talking to sales
- FCRA adverse-action workflow is built in, which is where DIY screeners get sued
- Complete package covers the identity and work-history checks that catch payroll fraud at the door
Cons
- Same company as Checkr underneath, so it's not a true second opinion on your shortlist
- County court fees and add-ons inflate the sticker price in fee-heavy states like New York
- US-only screening, no real international coverage for global hires
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