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Cassondra
Computer Software, 201 - 500 employees
Used unspecified
OVERALL RATING:
5
Reviewed December 2023
Checkr Review: super fast background checks
Richard
Verified reviewer
Staffing and Recruiting, 11-50 employees
Used daily for less than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
4
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
4
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed February 2022
Great service with simple API setup
The easy-to-use API and webhooks enable our organization to process hundreds of background checks automatically. We would not be able to run at the scale we are without this ability.
PROSBeing able to configure webhooks directly in the dashboard makes it a snap to connect Checkr to external Applicant Tracking Systems. This makes implementation possible even in low- or no-code organizations.
CONSSome of the reports and background check results can be difficult to interpret. Thankfully customer service walked us through all of it.
Reasons for switching to Checkr
We were processing huge amounts of background checks and verifying them all manually. We needed an automated solution in order to grow.
Liz
Religious Institutions, 11-50 employees
Used monthly for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed February 2022
Great choice for Planning Center integration
We use this as an integration with Planning Center to background check our many volunteers. It is quick and easy to use. I like that it provides an estimate of when the background check will be completed, allows you to cancel the invitation, and provides tags to filter the information for easy budget tracking.
CONSThe thing I wish they would change most is remove lines that contain cancelled invitations. It is a waste of space. I would also like to see the tags as a column on the Candidates page.
Reasons for switching to Checkr
We needed something that integrated with Planning Center.
Anonymous
2-10 employees
Used monthly for less than 6 months
OVERALL RATING:
1
EASE OF USE
1
VALUE FOR MONEY
1
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
1
FUNCTIONALITY
1
Reviewed March 2024
Misleading product descriptions
The product descriptions say that the background checks are sufficient for school district employees and teachers. However they do not provide the required fingerprinting level check for these position. So I wasted money that they will not refund on BG checks that don't actually meet the minimum standard for the industry. The customer service was no help and displayed no interest in resolving my issues.
PROSI liked the integration with Gusto and the ease of use
CONSTerrible customer service, bad product descriptions, and inadequate level of background checking
Isabel
Medical Devices, 51-200 employees
Used weekly for less than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
3
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
4
FUNCTIONALITY
4
Reviewed January 2022
Great product!!
It's been great. We get results quickly. I love getting notifications during the process
PROSEasy to use and integrate to our HRIS. We get results and updates quickly.
CONSI like everything about it, I haven't had any bad experiences using it.
Reason for choosing Checkr
Integration and ease of use.
Reasons for switching to Checkr
Checkr integrated with our HRIS, so it was one less thing to fill out.
Jeri
Computer Hardware, 51-200 employees
Used weekly for less than 6 months
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed January 2022
Review for Checkr
I love it and I want to always be using it whenever I have to run a background check.
PROSThe big thing is that Checkr integrates with Greenhouse. It makes running and keeping track of these checks easy without having to hop into another system for tracking.
CONSI can't think of anything, everything is super great and support has been helpful.
Reason for choosing Checkr
We took suggestions from our staff and they had really great things to say about Checkr. I've also worked at other companies before and Checkr is hands down the easiest and quickest to fill out. HireRite and GoodHire asked for info that I wouldn't have because a past company has either closed or have had several rounds of layoffs.
Christine
Computer Software, 51-200 employees
Used weekly for less than 12 months
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed January 2022
Easy to Use
My overall experience has been great from ease of use to the customer service when I have had a question.
PROSI love that we can use Checkr through our ATS, Greenhouse.
CONSI have no complaints so far about using this service.
Reasons for switching to Checkr
The backgrounds were taking a long time to come back and we lost a couple of candidates because of it
Marielle Francine
Verified reviewer
Food & Beverages, 501-1,000 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
2
EASE OF USE
1
VALUE FOR MONEY
1
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
1
FUNCTIONALITY
1
Reviewed August 2022
Even their Customer Success leadership team don’t care
Trying to implement CC-MVR for more than half a year now and still not done. We’ve been through 3 different customer success managers, all seem to be disappearing whenever you’d follow up on something they said they would do. I reached out to senior level leaders multiple times and was promised help, but I have never felt as helpless with any other vendor I’ve worked with in the past as I am with Checkr. I went through the correct channels but nothing gets resolved. RUN AWAY AND GO WITH ANOTHER BACKGROUND CHECK SERVICE PROVIDER.
PROSFountain and Lever integration User friendly consent form
CONSTheir Customer Success team is the worst I have ever encountered in my career.
Dilraj
Verified reviewer
Computer Software, 501-1,000 employees
Used daily for less than 12 months
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed February 2020
Great software for conducting background checks
Overall, its an awesome platform to integrate with your system for performing the hard manual work of doing background checks online.
PROSCheckr provides a list of properly documented APIs which can be easily integrated with your system for performing background checks. The results shared by the APIs can then be used for making a decision on the candidate based on the background checks
CONSNot much wrong about this software. It integrated nicely with your systems and for any issues which arise in integration, the customer can help you out for resolving those.
Rahul
Verified reviewer
Information Technology and Services, 51-200 employees
Used weekly for less than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
4
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed October 2018
Wonderful to do background verification hassle free
Awesome experience. No paper work, any time results, more to digitialization, no need to store verification forms physically for future use prospective.
PROSWith this amazing software, can do background verification online. Saves time and more accurate. Just need to fill some basic information and required information is just a click away.
CONSThis is a new concept however not so popular. Need marketing of this.
Laura
Management Consulting, 51-200 employees
Used monthly for less than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
4
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
2
FUNCTIONALITY
4
Reviewed June 2023
Good system
Once it was set up with our HRM it was easy to use
CONSIncreased pricing made it too expensive.
Ashley
Financial Services, 11-50 employees
Used monthly for less than 12 months
OVERALL RATING:
4
EASE OF USE
4
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
3
FUNCTIONALITY
4
Reviewed August 2023
Meets Expectations
Overall it's a good prodcut that meets my expectations. I get the results I need in the time frame that I need them, and that's good enough for me right now.
PROSI am able to integrate Checkr with our current HRIS and start the process right from an applicants profile. I usually have a quick turnaround and easy to read reports.
CONSThere are so many different packages to choose from, sometimes it's complicated to know exactly what I'm ordering unless I log in directly to Checkr and then sort through the different packages.
Reason for choosing Checkr
Overall Checkr seemed to be less expensive and still provides what we need.
Leslie
Hospitality, 51-200 employees
Used daily for less than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
4
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
3
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed January 2022
Will continue to use Checkr
Overall experience is good. On the Customer service side, Checkr can learn from Shield Screening-- Shield Screening out performs on the CS side
PROSEase of use and interface with HRIS. Generally the turnaround time is quick!
CONSWish there was a Customer Service rep that can be reached on the phone is very helpful for to 1 off situations.
Reason for choosing Checkr
Interface with Paylocity
Reasons for switching to Checkr
Lack of interface with Paylocity, cost and turnaround time
Phil
Religious Institutions, 51-200 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed December 2022
Checkr is all you need
Fantastic from setup to use
PROSExtensive background checks that will make sure you have all the information needed to make the correct decision.
CONSThere isn’t anything that stands out as a dislike about this software.
Reasons for switching to Checkr
More in-depth background checks
Angela
Religious Institutions, 51-200 employees
Used weekly for less than 12 months
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed January 2022
Background checks made easy!
It's been great overall! Definitely easier to use than other companies we've worked with in the past and the system keeps track of when re-checks are needed, which is super helpful and much more clear to us to keep us on track! Billing is straightforward and easy to change if needed. We're on autopay so it's easy peasy each month!
PROSWe switched from a different company last year and started using Checkr. It works SO much easier with our current organization software (Church Community Builder). From setting up an account, to adding users, to requesting background checks and tracking in the CCB system, it's super easy. Background checks are usually super quick to get results from. And the cost is a little cheaper than the company we used before!
CONSWe don't necessarily know all of the features that are available to us. Cost breakdown wasn't easy to find on the account website. Sometimes it's hard to find answers on the help section for what we're looking for. We just usually need general background checks for our volunteers and also employees and that's really it. I see there's more features in Checkr that we need to probably research and make sure we're utilizing things to our fullest so we will do that! For the basic needs we have, Checkr has been easy to use and the customer service is quick to respond and help when we have questions.
Reasons for switching to Checkr
Wasn't easy to track when we needed to do updated (5 year, etc.) checks. With long term employees and volunteers, we need something easy to track that for us and let us know when it's time to do a new check. Checkr is SUPER easy in this regard so that was the biggest reason for switching! Ease of use!
Heather
Religious Institutions, 11-50 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed January 2022
Easily Integrated
We run many background checks each month on volunteers looking to work with children and vulnerable populations. I have great confidence in Checkr's ability to get me a quick report and link the information to profiles on our database.
PROSThe best feature was the ability to integrate this into our church's database software, Planning Center Online. We were easily able to set-up accounts, connect the two, and manage who is able to view the background checks from a platform we use regularly.
CONSThe only thing I haven't liked is that the branding/website seems outdated.
Reasons for switching to Checkr
This integrates with Planning Center Online.
Raleigh
Retail, 201-500 employees
Used daily for less than 12 months
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
4
Reviewed January 2022
Excellent Background Check Service
Overall, a good experience. Competitive pricing and responsive customer service. Would recommend to another company running that needs employment screening background checks.
PROSCheckr integrates with our ATS and sends background checks to applicants via email and phone. The information requested is quick and easy for an applicant to input, and background checks are fast and accurate.
CONSOccasionally, some background checks will take an exceptionally long time. While it is not directly in Checkr's control how fast a county court responds to an information request, it would be nice to receive BC status updates or a "we resubmitted the request" email, something to note that this background check request hasn't been lost.
Reasons for switching to Checkr
Aliance 2020 could not integrate with our ATS
Michelle
Real Estate, 11-50 employees
Used weekly for less than 6 months
OVERALL RATING:
2
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
2
FUNCTIONALITY
2
Reviewed May 2022
Customer Service discrepancies & constant issues; nobody Account Manager
Not a great first impression for us. A lot of email communication which is a time suck. No available customer service to remedy your issues in a timely manner. We've made the decision to look for a company that provides an account manager or live support.
PROSThe product is fairly easy to use and turn-around was very quick
CONS1 - The Employment Verification section is all over the place. The timeline and description of what their process is within the background check results is very confusing due to the language/descriptions and time stamps they use. It really doesn't make a ton of sense and they need to fix it. You also have no idea what time zone they are referencing. 2- lack of CS teams understanding of our needs/inaccurate set-up + it all is done via email (you don't speak to a live rep). 3- Turn around time - I'm finding its taking 10+ rather lengthy emails back and forth to explain what I need...and still encountering background check errors due to wrong set-up. 3 - No live support. This is the biggest issue for me. It would be much easier to discuss platform issues with an assigned account manager. Consequently, I have to wait daily for a response from their CS team, and have several background checks that are in queue but can't be processed due to the background check packages not being set-up properly. This is also holding up our current background check process.
Cassondra
Computer Software, 201-500 employees
Used weekly for less than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed January 2022
Checkr Fast and Easy
My overall experience with Checkr has been very good. I have never had to contact customer service because I can always check status in the portal, which is rarely needed due to speed of results.
PROSWe use Checkr for our US background checks and love how easy it is to use with ATS integration and speed of results.
CONSWe can't use Checkr for our Canadian employees
Reason for choosing Checkr
The integration with Paylocity
Taylor
Consumer Services, 51-200 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed February 2022
Pointe's Review of Checkr
Excellent.
PROSYes it is clear and easy to use. Only one time did the turn around take longer than expected.
CONSI don't have any complaints. I do wish that Checkr was integrated with Paylocity.
Reason for choosing Checkr
Pricing and Reviews
Emily
Marketing and Advertising, 201-500 employees
Used weekly for less than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
4
EASE OF USE
4
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
4
FUNCTIONALITY
4
Reviewed January 2022
Great value!
I love that it integrates with our HRIS so that I may order reports from my Paylocity portal once I hire and individual.
CONSIt may get a bit confusing if an initiation went through sometimes but it always gets settled.
Siyabonga
Internet, 1,001-5,000 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
4
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed January 2022
Daily Use Of Checkr
What I like about Checkr is the ease of use and the deep level of the background checks we order.
CONSVagueness of background check status/legal status.
Roxanne
Outsourcing/Offshoring, 10,000+ employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed January 2022
Review Sourcing
History details of driver's.
PROSBackground checking of all the details and liable sourcing.
CONSAll was good details was complete and very helpful for us.
Philip
Religious Institutions, 2-10 employees
Used weekly for less than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed February 2022
Seamless and Accurate
This was such an easy transition for us to begin Checkr and integrate into our current database!
PROSThe ease of use and integration with our current church database (Planning Center) has made this tool our go to for all volunteer background checks. Knowing the accuracy and promptness of Checkr gives us and our parents ease of mind that we have done our due diligence in protecting our children.
CONSThere are some rare occasions where we have needed a volunteer to fill a Sunday morning role and the background check may not be returned instantly on late Saturday night or early Sunday morning, but that is such a rare moment.
Reasons for switching to Checkr
Easier integration
Julio
Internet, 11-50 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
4
EASE OF USE
4
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
4
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed January 2022
Highly Recommend
I like the quick results and accuracy of the background checks.
CONSIt can be hard to contact a customer service rep quickly if needed