Comparison
Background Check Solutions vs Checkr
Checkr is built for enterprise hiring at scale. Background Check Solutions is built for businesses of every size — with no monthly fee, tenant screening, and live support since 1982.
Feature comparison
| Feature | BCS | Checkr |
|---|---|---|
| Employment background checks | ||
| Tenant / rental screeningCheckr focuses on employment; tenant screening is limited | ||
| Nationwide criminal background check | ||
| Credit report (tenant) | ||
| Eviction history | ||
| Driving record (MVR) | ||
| Employment verification | ||
| Education verification | ||
| Monthly fee requiredCheckr requires a subscription plan | ||
| Per-report pricing (no subscription) | ||
| FCRA-compliant since | 1982 | 2014 |
| Live customer supportCheckr support is primarily email/ticket-based | ||
| Small business / individual landlord friendlyCheckr is built for high-volume enterprise hiring | ||
| Intro pricing | $29.95 / report (first 60 days) | Subscription required; per-check pricing varies |
| Standard pricing | $46.95 / report | Varies by plan and volume |
Checkr pricing and features based on publicly available information as of August 2026. Subject to change.
Key differences explained
Who each service is built for
Checkr is designed for high-volume enterprise hiring — companies running hundreds or thousands of background checks per month. It requires a subscription plan and is optimized for large HR teams with ATS integrations. Background Check Solutions serves businesses of every size, from individual landlords to large property management companies, with no monthly fee and no minimum volume.
Tenant screening
Checkr does not offer full tenant screening. It does not provide tenant credit reports or eviction history — the two most important data points for rental decisions. If you need to screen rental applicants, Background Check Solutions is the appropriate choice.
Pricing model
Checkr requires a subscription plan. Background Check Solutions charges per report with no monthly fee — you pay only when you order a report. New customers receive their first 60 days at $29.95 per report, then standard pricing of $46.95 applies.
FCRA experience and live support
Background Check Solutions has been an FCRA-compliant consumer reporting agency since 1982. Our team is available by phone Monday through Friday, 8am–5pm CST, at 1-512-451-2734. Checkr was founded in 2014 and provides primarily email and ticket-based support.
Frequently asked questions
Is Checkr good for small businesses and landlords?
Checkr is built for high-volume enterprise hiring — it requires a subscription plan and is optimized for companies running hundreds of checks per month. Background Check Solutions charges per report with no monthly fee, making it a better fit for small businesses, individual landlords, and property managers who screen applicants as needed.
Does Checkr offer tenant screening with credit and eviction reports?
Checkr is primarily an employment screening platform. It does not offer full tenant credit reports or eviction history searches. If you need tenant screening — including credit, criminal, and eviction checks — Background Check Solutions is the appropriate provider.
How does Checkr pricing compare to Background Check Solutions?
Checkr requires a subscription plan; per-check pricing varies by plan and volume. Background Check Solutions charges per report with no monthly fee. New customers pay $29.95 per report for the first 60 days, then $46.95 at standard pricing. There is no minimum volume requirement.
Which service has been providing background checks longer?
Background Check Solutions has been an FCRA-compliant consumer reporting agency since 1982. Checkr was founded in 2014. Background Check Solutions has more than 40 years of experience in FCRA compliance, adverse action procedures, and consumer reporting.
Can I use Background Check Solutions for both tenant and employment screening?
Yes. Background Check Solutions is authorized under the FCRA for both tenant screening (credit, criminal, eviction) and employment screening (criminal, employment verification, education verification, driving records). You can use a single account for both purposes.
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New customers receive their first report for just $29.95. No monthly fees. No minimums.