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VerifyRef vs Competitors

The Affordable, Flexible Alternative to Xref & Referoo

Why pay monthly subscriptions when you only hire occasionally? Compare VerifyRef with other leading reference checking platforms and see how much you can save.

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Detailed Comparison

ProviderPricing ModelCost & DetailsKey Features & Limits
VerifyRef
Best Value
Pay-per-use
(Credit-based)
  • Credits from $6.99 - $9.80 / check
  • 3 Free Credits on signup
  • No monthly fees or subscriptions
  • No expiry on credits
  • AI Sentiment & Risk Analysis
  • Invite team members to share credits & reports
  • Ability to integrate with your ATS or HRIS via API & Webhooks
Xref
Subscription
(Tiered Plans)
  • Starter: $70 - $80 USD / month for 25 checks ($33-$38 USD per check)
  • Premium tiers up to $560 USD / mo
  • Annual billing often required for best rate
  • Strict annual check limits (Caps)
  • Multi-language & Fraud detection
  • Ability to send surveys, and exit surveys (coming soon to VerifyRef)
Referoo
Subscription
(Quote Based)
  • Pricing not public (Contact Sales)
  • Estimated flat monthly rate
  • 14-day free trial
  • Unlimited checks on subscription
  • SMS & Phone check options
  • Best for high-volume consistency
CVCheck
Pay-per-use
(Per Check)
  • ~$10 USD (Basic) to ~$23 USD (Verified)
  • Add-ons cost extra
  • Verified HR/Payroll checks available
  • 1-3 day turnaround
  • No free trial mentioned
Seasonal Hiring
Don't pay when you're not hiring

If your hiring fluctuates, monthly subscriptions like Xref or Referoo can mean paying for downtime. With VerifyRef, you buy credits once and use them only when you need them. They never expire.

Small to Mid-Sized Teams
Enterprise features without the price tag

Get enterprise-grade features like AI analysis, bulk sending, and automated reminders without the enterprise "Contact Sales" friction. VerifyRef is built for speed and self-service.

Budget Control
Predictable costs, zero wastage

Avoid "use it or lose it" monthly caps found in other plans. VerifyRef gives you full control over your spend. 5 credits means 5 completed checks, whenever you want to use them.

Ready to Switch & Save?

Join hundreds of companies moving to flexible, credit-based reference checking.

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