Short answer
Choose Checkr if you want automation. Choose VICTIG if you want people.
Both are FCRA-compliant with strong ATS integrations. Checkr, founded in 2014, is built to automate high-volume hiring with minimal vendor contact. VICTIG, founded in 2006, is built around US-based people who answer the phone live and reply to email in about 7 minutes, with a screening program set up around what you actually hire for.
Don’t take our word for it
More than a thousand HR professionals have rated the two of us publicly on G2, and you can read every review. As of November 2026, VICTIG holds 4.7 out of 5 across 518 verified reviews. Checkr holds 4.5 across 502. On quality of support, the gap is 9.7 to 8.5.
See the whole head-to-head yourself, including the categories where Checkr scores well.
At a glance
Both are solid providers. They are built for different buyers.
| VICTIG | Checkr | |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2006 | 2014 |
| Built around | Human-supported screening, US-based staff | Automation and self-service |
| Phone support | A live person picks up | Primarily self-serve platform and help center |
| Email response | About 7 minutes, on average | Not published; ask them |
| Average turnaround | 1.8 days | Typically 1 to 3 business days |
| Record review | Human review built into the process | Largely automated after data retrieval |
| Account treatment | Program tailored to each client, no support tiers | Support level generally scales with plan |
| PBSA accredited | Yes | See their site for current status |
| Self-serve signup | Talk to us first, so we can set your program up right | Yes |
| Best fit | US employers running 50+ hires a year, mid-market through enterprise | High-volume and gig hiring |
Checkr details reflect their public materials as of August 2026. Check their site for current specifics.
Scored by real reviewers
These aren’t our numbers. They’re G2’s, from verified users of both products.
| VICTIG | Checkr | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.7 out of 5 (518 reviews) | 4.5 out of 5 (502 reviews) |
| Quality of support | 9.7 | 8.5 |
| Good partner in doing business | 9.7 | 9.1 |
| Meets requirements | 9.6 | 9.2 |
| Ease of use | 9.6 | 9.4 |
| Ease of setup | 9.5 | 9.3 |
| Ease of admin | 9.5 | 9.4 |
| Background check category score | 9.0 out of 10 | 8.4 out of 10 |
And if you are a larger employer wondering whether we are built for your scale: 18.4% of our G2 reviewers are enterprise companies, compared with 16.8% of Checkr’s.
G2 scores as of November 2026, based on verified user reviews. See the live comparison on G2.
Where Checkr is strong
We would rather be straight with you than pretend they have no strengths.
- A good automation engine. If your hiring is high-volume and fairly uniform, their platform moves candidates through with very little touch on your side.
- Self-serve setup. A small team can get started without talking to anyone, which some buyers prefer.
- Developer tooling. If you have engineers building screening into your own product, their API is well regarded.
If that sounds like your company, they are a reasonable choice. If it doesn’t, keep reading.
Where we’re different
Automation is great right up until your situation isn’t standard. Then you need a person who knows your account.
- A person is accountable for your account. Call and a US-based person picks up. Email and you hear back in about 7 minutes.
- Tailored, not tiered. We build your screening package around what you actually hire for. Large enough to run enterprise-scale programs, small enough that no client’s attention gets rationed by account size.
- Humans review the records. More expensive to staff, and the reason our reports hold up when someone challenges them.
- Nearly two decades of compliance. Screening rules keep moving, with new state laws landing as recently as July 2026. We’ve worked through years of FCRA case law and state-by-state changes, and we track what’s coming so you don’t have to.
Which fits you better?
The honest version, including when neither of us is the answer.
Choose VICTIG if
- You run 50 or more hires a year, whether that’s a mid-market team or an enterprise program
- You’ve been treated like a small account by a large vendor
- Compliance is top of mind and you want a vendor committed to your success
- You want your screening package built around your roles
- You’re in staffing, healthcare, technology, hospitality, or nonprofit
Choose Checkr if
- You hire at very high volume, especially gig or hourly
- You want self-serve with minimal vendor contact
- You have engineers building screening into your own product
Choose neither if
- You need DAC-file trucking screening. That’s HireRight.
- You’re an individual checking on a person, not an employer screening a candidate
- You’re running a government RFP process
Common questions
Is VICTIG a good alternative to Checkr?
For most US employers running 50 or more hires a year, yes. VICTIG covers the same core screening services with comparable turnaround, and differs mainly in service model: US-based human support with live phone answer and roughly 7 minute email response, rather than a primarily self-serve platform. On G2, VICTIG scores 9.7 out of 10 for quality of support, compared with Checkr’s 8.5.
Which one should I choose for high-volume, automated hiring?
Checkr. Its platform is built to automate high-volume hiring with minimal vendor contact, which suits teams that want screening to run with little hands-on involvement. VICTIG is built for employers who want a person accountable for their account, at any volume from 50 hires a year to enterprise scale.
Is VICTIG cheaper than Checkr?
VICTIG doesn’t compete on lowest per-check price. Most clients report a lower total bill after switching, once re-runs, delays, and staff time on hold are accounted for. But if you’re optimizing purely for the lowest sticker price on a single check, that isn’t the comparison VICTIG wins. Pricing for both depends on volume and package.
How long does a background check take with each?
VICTIG averages 1.8 days. Checkr typically quotes 1 to 3 business days for standard checks. Turnaround for both depends heavily on which searches are included and how quickly courts and past employers respond.
Does VICTIG offer drug testing?
Yes. VICTIG offers 5, 7, 9 and 10-panel drug screens, DOT panels, and custom panels, using urine, oral fluid, hair, or breath alcohol. For DOT clients, VICTIG also sets up random testing pools and helps employers meet FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse requirements.
Does VICTIG integrate with my ATS?
Most likely. VICTIG integrates with iCIMS, Workday, ADP, Greenhouse, JazzHR, Lever, UKG, Jobvite, PrismHR, and others, plus an API for anything not on the list.
Are both VICTIG and Checkr FCRA compliant?
Yes. Compliance is table stakes in this category, so it isn’t a differentiator between these two. How much help you get staying compliant is.
Switching is easy
The main reason people stay with a vendor that isn’t working is that changing feels like a project. Here’s the actual process when you switch to VICTIG.
1. A conversation
We learn what you screen for and what isn’t working now.
2. A demo
You see the software with your use case in it.
3. Sign
Straightforward terms, no long negotiation.
4. We take it from there
Our team handles the ATS connection and package setup.
How hard is it to switch from Checkr to VICTIG?
Not hard. Nothing to migrate, no new system for your team to learn, and VICTIG’s onboarding team handles the ATS connection and package setup. Most clients are running checks within days.
Comparing other providers?
See how VICTIG compares with other background check companies, side by side.
- VICTIG vs. HireRight
- VICTIG vs. First Advantage
- VICTIG vs. Accurate Background
- VICTIG vs. AssureHire
- VICTIG vs. DISA Global Solutions
Building a shortlist? Start with our guide on how to compare and select a background check vendor, see our roundup of FCRA-compliant background check services, or browse all VICTIG comparisons.
Here is what our customers say
4.7/5 average across 512+ reviews on G2
Easy to Use and Very Responsive Customer Support
“Ease of use and responsiveness of customer support.”
User-Friendly with Exceptional Support
“I really appreciate the ease of navigating the platform, and I love the customer service associates. They are all so helpful and friendly.”
Easy to Use with an Incredibly Helpful Team
“It is very easy to use and the team has been incredibly helpful.”
Exceptional Service and Support for Preemployment Screening
“I like the quality service provided by VICTIG. Their good customer service stands out to me, and I also appreciate the regular updates.”
Outstanding Customer Service That Exceeds Expectations
“The customer service is outstanding and always quick to help.”
Great Service with Fast Results
“The price and speed of the background checks is very helpful. Especially international background checks — they come back very quickly compared to other vendors.”
Great Service, Easy Setup, Keeping It Simple
“Easy setup process with UKG integration. Excellent customer service support post-implementation and genuine care in helping our organization.”
Fast, User-Friendly, and Cost Effective
“The team that helped us implement and integrate were very professional and helpful, and the platform is very easy to use.”
They Do a Great Job Streamlining the Process
“Background checks used to be the bane of my existence. Because of VICTIG’s ease of use, we now run background checks for every role.”
Excellent Customer Service
“Even if we do not get background checks in the time we need them, we know the VICTIG team is on top of it!”
No Complaints!
“Super easy to request releases via email. Background checks come back really quickly, and the customer service is responsive and pleasant to communicate with.”
Great Service and Quick Results
“Any time I have a question, our rep gets back to me super fast. It’s great having an actual person to talk to instead of a generic help email address.”
Easy and Good Customer Service
“The customer service has been great. Any time I have a question it gets answered super quick.”
Easy and Great to Work With
“We can get them done in minimal steps, and they are quick to respond and update.”
Simple, Easy to Use, and Backed by Great Customer Service
“The service is simple and easy to use, and it comes with great customer service.”
Comparing other providers?
See how VICTIG compares with other background check companies, side by side.
- VICTIG vs. HireRight
- VICTIG vs. First Advantage
- VICTIG vs. Accurate Background
- VICTIG vs. AssureHire
- VICTIG vs. DISA Global Solutions
Building a shortlist? Start with our guide on how to compare and select a background check vendor, see our roundup of FCRA-compliant background check services, or browse all VICTIG comparisons.
Still deciding?
Talk to us for 15 minutes. We’ll tell you honestly whether we’re the right fit, and if we’re not, we’ll tell you that too.
Or call 866-886-5644. Someone will pick up. That’s sort of the point.
