Checkr vs First Advantage
Switch to Checkr for a real advantage. Faster, more accurate background checks.
Outdated processes can increase risk for your organization. See why leading companies are moving from First Advantage (and Sterling, a First Advantage company) to Checkr for greater accuracy, faster results, and a better experience.
Why choose Checkr over First Advantage
Recent benchmark studies suggest that Checkr has:
62% higher hit rate
compared to First Advantage.
Make smarter hiring decisions with complete, accurate results.
16% faster
median turnaround time compared to First Advantage.
Accelerate hiring and reduce candidate dropoff with faster results.
+60 Net Promoter Score
Work with a background check partner that customers trust and value.
Compare Checkr vs. First Advantage
Forward-looking teams are moving away from legacy tools. See how Checkr delivers a better experience.
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Speed | ✅ AI and automation deliver reports in minutes, 24/7. | ❌ Potentially trading speed for comprehensiveness. |
Accuracy | ✅ Direct access to data surfaces records that other providers may miss. | ❌ Limited search scope may lead to missed records. |
User experience | ✅ Modern dashboard offers customizable packages and clear explanations of criminal charges. | ❌ Outdated user interface has no way to conveniently edit packages or see context around charges |
Customer service and support | ✅ Fast, proactive guidance and resources. | ❌ Slow response times and a completely separate support portal. |
Candidate experience | ✅ Real-time ETAs, clear status, and context-sharing tools. | ❌ Lacks built-in way to easily collect candidate context on records. |
What real customers think
Hear from First Advantage and Sterling customers, before and after switching.
Accuracy
"First Advantage can pull some inaccurate information for candidates with generic names.”
First Advantage customer
Speed
“We have experienced some significant delays in the processing of background checks, resulting in new hires being pushed back and our organization failing to meet hiring goals and deadlines.”
First Advantage customer
Candidate Experience
“Checkr is much more user-friendly compared to our previous provider, and our candidate experience has been exceptional.”
Customer who switched from Sterling to Checkr
Checkr leads in customer satisfaction on G2
G2 scores reflect what customers need—a trusted background check partner that delivers accuracy, speed, and exceptional support.
Make the switch. Try Checkr.
Join the 100,000+ customers who trust Checkr to deliver the fastest, most reliable background checks at scale.