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Head-to-head · Reference Check Software

RefChecker vs RefAssured

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score RefChecker #6 in Reference Check Software 8.5/10 Paid ✓ 4 of 5 features Visit RefChecker
RefAssured #7 in Reference Check Software 8.4/10 Pricing on request ✓ 5 of 5 features Visit RefAssured

RefChecker leads on 0 checks, RefAssured on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreRefChecker · 8.5/10
  • Most featuresRefAssured · 5 of 5

RefChecker scores higher on our rubric for reference check software: 8.5 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #7.

RefChecker is the better fit for teams wanting low-cost AI voice reference checks. RefAssured is the better fit for agencies needing fraud controls and ATS write-back.

  • RefChecker fits best

    Teams wanting low-cost AI voice reference checks

  • RefAssured fits best

    Agencies needing fraud controls and ATS write-back

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Side by side

Feature RefChecker 8.5/10 Visit ↗ RefAssured 8.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.5 8.4
Ranking #6 in Reference Check Software #7 in Reference Check Software
Best for Teams wanting low-cost AI voice reference checks Agencies needing fraud controls and ATS write-back
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $3.25/unit usage-based Pricing on request
Free plan — Not checked yet
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Browser extension Cloud, Browser extension
Platforms Web, Chrome extension Web, Chrome extension
Compliance GDPR SOC 2, 2FA
Integrations 5 integrations 6 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features RefChecker 4/5 · RefAssured 5/5
Automated reminders ✓ ✓
Custom questionnaires Not checked yet ✓ (best)
ATS integrations ✓ ✓
Reporting dashboard ✓ ✓
API access ✓ ✓
Specs
Reference channels Mixed Mixed
Our review
Pros
  • AI voice, chat, and form channels support different referee preferences.
  • Transcripts, recordings, scores, summaries, and structured reports are included.
  • Automated reminders and ATS, Zapier, OAuth, and webhook integrations reduce admin work.
  • Automates SMS and email outreach, reminders, and deliverability tracking
  • Combines scoring, reports, fraud detection, and ID.me verification
  • Supports ATS write-back, REST API, webhooks, and multiple integrations
Cons
  • There is no free plan.
  • The listed plan includes up to 2 referees per candidate.
  • Only one listed plan is available for teams seeking tiered packaging.
  • Quote-based pricing requires a sales conversation
  • Its staffing-agency focus may not suit general-purpose hiring teams
  • The broad feature set may exceed teams needing simple reference checks
Our verdict

RefChecker is reference-checking software for recruitment and HR teams, property managers, volunteer organisations, and trades businesses. It contacts referees through AI voice calls, guided chat, or forms, then produces transcripts, audio…

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RefAssured is a cloud-based reference-checking and performance-intelligence platform designed for staffing agencies. It automates reference collection through SMS and email, sends reminders, tracks deliverability, and uses customizable…

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  1. RefCheckerReference Check Software 8.5Paid
  2. RefAssuredReference Check Software 8.4Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • RefChecker — where it wins

    • AI voice, chat, and form channels support different referee preferences.
    • Transcripts, recordings, scores, summaries, and structured reports are included.
    • Automated reminders and ATS, Zapier, OAuth, and webhook integrations reduce admin work.

    Where it doesn't

    • There is no free plan.
    • The listed plan includes up to 2 referees per candidate.
    • Only one listed plan is available for teams seeking tiered packaging.

  • RefAssured — where it wins

    • Automates SMS and email outreach, reminders, and deliverability tracking
    • Combines scoring, reports, fraud detection, and ID.me verification
    • Supports ATS write-back, REST API, webhooks, and multiple integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Quote-based pricing requires a sales conversation
    • Its staffing-agency focus may not suit general-purpose hiring teams
    • The broad feature set may exceed teams needing simple reference checks
  • RefChecker8.5/10 · Paid

    A pay-per-candidate reference checker with AI calls, structured reports, and ATS integrations.

    Visit RefCheckerFull verdict →
  • RefAssured8.4/10 · Pricing on request

    A staffing-focused reference platform combining outreach, fraud controls, reporting, and ATS write-back.

    Visit RefAssuredFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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