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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.
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.
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.
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.
Stacy
Non-Profit Organization Management, 11-50 employees
Used weekly for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
4
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
4
Reviewed January 2022
Checkr has been a great asset to our ministry
Integration with Planning Center, ease of use, ability to track the status of background process or if one is expired.
CONSI wish we could add context to the initial email so that our volunteers know that it is coming from our organization and to be clear on what information we check and that we are using Checkr for our volunteers not for a job application. This has caused some confusion lately.
Reason for choosing Checkr
Honestly because at the time it integrated with Planning Center.
Reasons for switching to Checkr
We switched database systems for our Kids Ministry and used this as the integration to that system.
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!
Dominika
Translation and Localization, 51-200 employees
Used daily for more than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
4
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed January 2022
CheckR does not disappoint
Very easy to navigate interface, responsive customer support, and clarity of the dashboard
CONSnorthing I can think of that could potentially negatively impact the business
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.
Anonymous
2-10 employees
Used less than 6 months
OVERALL RATING:
4
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
FUNCTIONALITY
4
Reviewed May 2019
Best Background Check Software
We had an outdated program to run background checks with, but it was slow, pricey, and not very reliable. It was also not integrated to any other program, so once the results were out, they could be lost and we would have to pay all over again. Checkr solves all this and more. I am so excited to be using this program now.
PROSThis software was instantly my preferred choice because of its ability to integrate with our Planning Center and People software. I was easily able to run a background check on someone already in my database. It’s also a lot cheaper for the type of background check you’re getting than some other companies around. I was also impressed by the security measures it provides. You are able to choose between three packages, and you can opt for the more cost efficient one. However, if the person gets a hit, it will automatically run a more detailed check. Being that we are a church which lots of children, I appreciate it this measure a lot.
CONSThe only thing I didn’t like was the mandatory email sent to the person getting a background check. As per our church policy, they have to fill out a form and sign consent. However, Checkr then sends a mandatory email, and it won’t perform the background check until the person in question accepts via email. This is a tad redundant for our purposes, and really slows down the process, so I do wish the email was optional. However, everything else was a easy and straight forward.
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
Leslie
Staffing and Recruiting, 201-500 employees
Used daily for less than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed February 2022
Checkr Review
Great customer service & Technical Support, along with quick, easy and intuitive system.
PROSThe background check process is very easy with our integration of Checkr and Paylocity, just a couple clicks and the candidate background check has started.
CONSI would like the background check results to be accessible through Paylocity so we would not have to access Checkr.
Elizabeth
Human Resources, 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 February 2022
Checkr is great for running background
I use the candidate dashboard on a daily basis. It simple to navigate and get the information I need.
CONSI don't like how background process can take a long time.
Hazel Ann
Consumer Services, 10,000+ employees
Used daily for less than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
5
FUNCTIONALITY
5
Reviewed January 2022
Checkr Review by Hazel Ann Nolos
Very good. I like the updated Checkr now. To be specific, a product like Driver Pro takes shorter time than before. That's why we get to help a lot of drivers now.
PROSIt works in a detailed manner and it has the reports needed for every background check.
CONSSome products depending on the region of the driver takes longer time than the usual.
Geovanny
Logistics and Supply Chain, 501-1,000 employees
Used daily for less than 6 months
OVERALL RATING:
5
EASE OF USE
5
VALUE FOR MONEY
5
FUNCTIONALITY
4
Reviewed January 2022
Geovanny's review
As I said before, As me as a recruiter Checkr helps me to get valuable information from candidates I may get onboarded to the company.
PROSI think that what I like the most about Checkr is the fact that almost everything is automated, I mean, I just need to send an invitation to my candidates and as soon as they submit all the necessary information and do what they need to do (For example to go and take their Drug screening), I will receive all the information that I need to get them onboard.
CONSI would like to receive more appropriate notifications from Checker when it updates information about the candidate. I mean, I know that we can receive notifications from Google chrome for instance, but I would like to receive an email or a text message when what I said before happens. (I'm not sure if I can set this already)
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
Jerald
Outsourcing/Offshoring, 10,000+ employees
Used daily for less than 2 years
OVERALL RATING:
4
EASE OF USE
4
VALUE FOR MONEY
4
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
4
FUNCTIONALITY
4
Reviewed January 2022
Checkr Usage
Overall experience was great and I experience using Checkr.
PROSWhat I liked most with Checker is all the criminal records is showing already so all I need to do is to review the cases/charges
CONSWhat I liked least is that when it comes to MVR category it took time to generate result