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Head-to-head · Background Verification Software

AuthBridge vs Zinc

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score AuthBridge #7 in Background Verification Software 6.8/10 Pricing on request ✓ 4 of 6 features Visit AuthBridge
Zinc #10 in Background Verification Software 6.2/10 Paid ✓ 1 of 6 features Visit Zinc

AuthBridge leads on 3 checks, Zinc on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreAuthBridge · 6.8/10
  • Most featuresAuthBridge · 4 of 6

AuthBridge scores higher on our rubric for background verification software: 6.8 against 6.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #7 and #10.

AuthBridge offers identity verification; Zinc doesn't publish it. AuthBridge offers employment verification; Zinc doesn't publish it. AuthBridge offers education verification; Zinc doesn't publish it.

AuthBridge is the better fit for high-volume screening teams using HRMS platforms. Zinc is the better fit for employers prioritizing references and workflow automation.

  • AuthBridge fits best

    High-volume screening teams using HRMS platforms

  • Zinc fits best

    Employers prioritizing references and workflow automation

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Side by side

Feature AuthBridge 6.8/10 Visit ↗ Zinc 6.2/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 6.8 6.2
Ranking #7 in Background Verification Software #10 in Background Verification Software
Best for High-volume screening teams using HRMS platforms Employers prioritizing references and workflow automation
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud
Platforms Web Web
Support Email, Phone · 24/7 Email, Live chat, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001 SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features AuthBridge 4/6 · Zinc 1/6
Identity verification ✓ (best) Not published
Criminal-record checks Not published Not published
Employment verification ✓ (best) Not published
Education verification ✓ (best) Not published
Drug screening Not published Not published
API access ✓ ✓
Specs
International coverage Not published Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Covers criminal, identity, employment, education, and driving checks
  • Bulk uploads and high-volume workflows support larger screening operations
  • API integrations connect verification workflows with HRMS, CRM, and ERP systems
  • Automates reference requests and follow-up reminders by email and text.
  • Custom questions, check packages and reusable workflows support varied hiring needs.
  • Connects with ATS and HRIS systems, with an open API for custom integrations.
Cons
  • Pricing is handled through sales rather than published plans
  • Bulk workflows may exceed the needs of occasional, one-off screening
  • The broad check suite may be more than teams needing a single verification type
  • No free plan is available.
  • Pay As You Grow check pricing is shown inside the platform, not publicly.
  • Its focus on references and workflows may not suit buyers seeking a broader suite.
Our verdict

AuthBridge provides background screening and verification for businesses and enterprises, covering workforce, contractor, partner, and customer checks. Its scope includes criminal records, identity, employment, education, address, and…

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Zinc is a cloud-based background-checking platform for employers, recruiters and HR teams. Its strongest fit is organizations that want to automate reference collection alongside employment verification and other screening checks.…

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  1. AuthBridgeBackground Verification Software 6.8Pricing on request
  2. ZincBackground Verification Software 6.2Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • AuthBridge — where it wins

    • Covers criminal, identity, employment, education, and driving checks
    • Bulk uploads and high-volume workflows support larger screening operations
    • API integrations connect verification workflows with HRMS, CRM, and ERP systems

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing is handled through sales rather than published plans
    • Bulk workflows may exceed the needs of occasional, one-off screening
    • The broad check suite may be more than teams needing a single verification type

  • Zinc — where it wins

    • Automates reference requests and follow-up reminders by email and text.
    • Custom questions, check packages and reusable workflows support varied hiring needs.
    • Connects with ATS and HRIS systems, with an open API for custom integrations.

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan is available.
    • Pay As You Grow check pricing is shown inside the platform, not publicly.
    • Its focus on references and workflows may not suit buyers seeking a broader suite.
  • AuthBridge6.8/10 · Pricing on request

    Broad, API-ready screening for high-volume teams, with sales-led pricing.

    Visit AuthBridgeFull verdict →
  • Zinc6.2/10 · Paid

    Automates reference collection and follow-ups, with configurable checks and hiring-system integrations.

    Visit ZincFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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