RefChecker vs RefNow
RefChecker
refchecker.comRefNow
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| Figure | RefChecker | RefNow |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | Free |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 5 |
| Spec score · Reference Check Software | 7.4 (#19) | 8.7 (#4) |
| Integrations | Live integrations listed are JobAdder, RecruitOnline, Zapier, webhooks, and any ATS via OAuth; Bullhorn and Workday are marked coming. | The maker lists more than 65 ATS and HRIS integrations and offers an Open API for custom integrations. |
| What it does | RefChecker uses AI to call referees, conduct conversations, and produce reference reports. | RefNow is a cloud reference-checking service connecting employers, candidates and referees to collect employment references online. |
Plans
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
RefChecker
RefChecker 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.