RefAssure vs RefNow
RefAssure
refassure.co.ukRefNow
refnow.comSide by side
| Figure | RefAssure | RefNow |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | Free |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 5 | 5 |
| Spec score · Reference Check Software | 7.3 (#22) | 8.7 (#4) |
| Data location | The maker says data is hosted in the UK and its privacy policy says data is primarily stored and processed in the UK. | The privacy policy says customer data is currently stored in Europe, with safeguards for overseas processing. |
| Purpose | RefAssure automates employment reference checking for UK recruiters, HR teams and employers. | RefNow automates employment reference checks for hiring teams, including reminders to candidates and referees. |
| Support | The contact page says enquiries are typically answered within one business day and technical issues are targeted for same-day response. | Basic packages include email support; additional support options include email and phone support, with optional specialist training. |
Plans
RefAssure
- 10 credits£9.99, paid once
- 25 credits£23.75, paid once
- 50 credits£45, paid once
- 100 credits£85, paid once
- 250 credits£200, paid once
RefNow
- Free accountFree
- Paid version£12.99, paid once
- Digital ID/DBS ChecksPriced on request
- RefNow ReferencePriced on request
- RefNow RespondPriced on request
In their own words
RefAssure
RefAssure has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
RefNow
RefNow automates employment reference checks for hiring teams, from collecting referee details to delivering reports. Candidates provide referee details, and referees respond through a secure, mobile-friendly questionnaire. The platform tracks requests and automation attempts in real time, sends reminders, and uses algorithms to identify potentially fraudulent references. RefNow says its LinkedIn and YOTI partnerships help verify reference authenticity and provide additional candidate insights. Teams can download PDF reports and manage users with permission groups. The service also offers Right to Work checks and Basic, Standard, and Enhanced DBS checks. The maker lists more than 65 ATS and HRIS integrations and an Open API for custom connections. RefNow Respond automates incoming references for former employees after candidate consent, then generates and sends a PDF report to the requester. One reference credit covers up to 10 references from one candidate; bulk discounts and subscriptions are available, but no plan price is listed. RefNow is available on the web and through an API, and is based in London, England.