GoodHire review

Best for SMBs due to its simple interface and transparent, online-purchase pricing.

Top 11 rank

#2 of 11

Score

9/9.4

Pricing

$$ ($29 to $84+ per check)

HQ

Redwood City, USA

Verdict

GoodHire earns the second spot for its exceptional user experience and focus on SMB compliance, making the complex screening process simple for non-expert users.

What customers praise

The platform's built-in compliance tools, which automate the generation of adverse action notices, save HR managers hours of administrative work.

What customers criticise

While it has an API, its list of pre-built ATS integrations is less extensive than Checkr's, requiring custom development for some platforms.

Best for

Small to mid-sized businesses that need an easy-to-use platform with transparent pricing and strong, built-in compliance workflows.

At a glance

  • Integrations: BambooHR, Greenhouse, iCIMS, Jobvite, Lever
  • Compliance: FCRA, PBSA Accredited
  • Regions served: USA
  • Typical onboarding: 1 day

Red flags

Public risk signals as of June 2026: none. No material public risk signals as of 2026-06-13. See the full red-flag report.

Alternatives

See alternatives to GoodHire, or compare against the next-ranked entry: GoodHire vs HireRight.

Source: Top 11 The 11 Best Background Check Services, verified June 13, 2026 — no paid placement.