Background Pro vs ClearStar
Background Pro
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| Figure | Background Pro | ClearStar |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 3 |
| Spec score · Background Check Software | 7.4 (#17) | 7.6 (#11) |
| API | The platform page lists integrations and API as an option for connecting screening to enterprise workflows. | ClearStar describes its partner integration architecture as API-driven. |
| Headquarters | Birmingham, Alabama, United States | Alpharetta, Georgia, United States |
| Integrations | The site lists HiringThing, Bullhorn, SAP SuccessFactors, and iCIMS integrations, with capabilities and availability depending on integration and account setup. | ClearStar says it integrates with ATS platforms and names SAP, Paycor, Workday, Eightfold.ai, Dayforce, SmartRecruiters and Employ on its homepage. |
| Support | BackgroundPro describes its support as U.S.-based and provides a candidate help center for invitations, report access, and screening questions. | ClearStar says it provides US-based client service and support, with dedicated US-based teams. |
| What it does | BackgroundPro provides background screening for employers, with screening services such as criminal searches, verifications, drug testing, driving records, identity checks, and international screening. | ClearStar provides employment screening services, including background checks and health screenings. |
Plans
ClearStar
- BasicPriced on request
- ProfessionalPriced on request
- StandardPriced on request
In their own words
Background Pro
Background Pro has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
ClearStar
ClearStar provides employment screening services, including background checks and health screenings. Its listed options include pre-employment screening, drug and occupational health checks, employee monitoring, social media screening and Smart Screen by Equifax. The social media service uses AI-enhanced analysis to flag risk patterns. Candidates can receive one invitation by text and email for all services. ClearStar says it connects with ATS platforms including SAP, Paycor, Workday, Eightfold.ai, Dayforce, SmartRecruiters and Employ, and describes partner integrations as API-driven. It says its global searches cover more than 230 countries. Listed credentials include ISO 27001:2013, ISO 27018:2019 and ISO 27701:2019 certifications, plus a SOC 2 Type 2 report. Its regulatory support includes FCRA and EEOC expertise, GDPR readiness and participation in EU-U.S., UK and Swiss-U.S. Data Privacy Frameworks. ClearStar lists industries including healthcare, manufacturing, retail, staffing and transportation among those it serves. Founded in 1995, it is headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. Pricing is customized around screening mix and compliance requirements, and is available on request. No free plan or free trial is listed.