Background Checks
You Can Actually Trust
Same-day results starting at $8.99. Criminal checks, drug screening through ABCorp and eScreen, international background checks across 200+ countries. Trusted by 1,000+ employers. No contracts, no hidden fees.
"12 hours faster than our previous provider." — Bluebird Security
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Trusted by Industry Leaders for 14+ Years
Tired of Slow, Unreliable Background Checks?
Most background check companies treat you like a ticket number. You wait days for results, deal with confusing pricing, and never talk to the same person twice.
We built Ultimate to be different. You get a dedicated account manager who knows your name. Hand-verified results, not automated data dumps. And pricing that is 15-30% lower than 500+ competitors — guaranteed in writing.
Plus, our in-house HR attorney is available at no extra cost for compliance questions. No other screening company at our price point offers that.
Dedicated Manager
A real person who picks up the phone. No chatbots, no ticket queues.
8-Min Results
Basic checks as fast as 8 minutes. Most completed same day.
HR Attorney Access
Compliance guidance included. FCRA, ban-the-box, state laws.
Hand-Verified
Every report reviewed by our research team. Fewer false positives.
Full-Service Screening
From criminal records and drug testing to international checks across 200+ countries. FCRA-compliant. Hand-verified for accuracy.
Employment Screening
Criminal, verification & moreComprehensive pre-employment background checks. Criminal records, employment and education verification, reference checks, and more — customized for your industry.
Drug Screening
ABCorp & eScreen networkFull-service drug testing through top-tier collection networks including ABCorp and eScreen. 5-panel, 10-panel, DOT, hair follicle, and rapid testing.
International Checks
Global screening & complianceBackground screening across 200+ countries. Criminal records, education verification, employment history, and identity checks — with full compliance to local data privacy laws.
Tenant Screening
Credit, eviction & criminalProtect your property investment. Credit reports, eviction history, criminal background, and rental references for landlords and property managers. Quick, compliant results to choose the best tenants.
Personal Reports
Self-checks & verificationSee what employers and landlords see. Run a check on yourself before a job application, or verify someone for personal peace of mind. Fast, accurate, and completely confidential reporting.
Results That Speak for Themselves
Real feedback from real companies. See why 98% of our clients stay year after year.
"We switched over and it was better than what was advertised. Our speed to offers was much faster by almost 12 hours on average."
"The pricing was exactly what they said, but the ease of use and speed was what stood out. We were able to run our risk check in 5 minutes."
5 Steps. 2 Minutes to Start.
No complicated setup. No onboarding calls. Just reliable background checks delivered fast.
Create Account
Free sign-up. No credit card. Takes 2 minutes.
Submit Request
Enter candidate info. Choose your package.
We Research
Federal, state, and county database searches.
QA Review
Every report hand-verified before delivery.
Results Delivered
As fast as 8 minutes. Most same day.
Built for Companies That Expect More
No Hidden Fees
Transparent pricing from $8.99. What you see is what you pay. No setup fees, no surprises.
No Contracts
Month-to-month. Pay only for what you use. Cancel anytime with zero penalties.
20% Price Guarantee
We guarantee a 20% reduction in your screening costs over 5 years. In writing.
U.S.-Based Support
Dedicated account managers. Real humans who pick up the phone during business hours.
HR Attorney Included
FCRA, ban-the-box, adverse action — get compliance guidance at no extra cost.
Enterprise Security
SOC 2 certified. Encrypted data handling. PBSA FCRA Core accredited.
See How We Stack Up
We are 15-30% lower than every major competitor. Here are the numbers.
| Provider | Basic Package | Full Package | Contract Required? | Dedicated Support? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultimate Background Checks | $19.95 | $69.95 | No | Yes — Named Manager |
| Checkr | $29.99 | $79.99 | No | Chat / Email Only |
| GoodHire | $29.99 | $79.99+ | No | Phone + Email |
| HireRight | $39.95 | $79.95 | Varies | Phone (Not Dedicated) |
| First Advantage | Quote Only | Quote Only | Yes | No |
Ready to Switch to Better Background Checks?
Getting started takes 2 minutes. No credit card required. No contracts. Just fast, accurate, affordable screening — backed by a team that actually answers the phone.
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