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Explore HiPeople - your ultimate solution for modernizing candidate assessment and automating reference checks. Delve into our in-depth HiPeople vs Searchlight reference checks comparison to find the perfect platform that caters to your recruitment needs.

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Supercharge your talent operations

HiPeople’s automated reference checking service helps you to reach your hiring goals.

Close top talent faster

Close top talents faster by checking references in less than 24 hours.

Cut 80% costs

Stop wasting time with manual reference checks. Start spending time on things that truly matter.

Be compliant always

Compliant reference checks you can safely put on record. Protected by verification and fraud detection algorithms.

Automation

Sit back and relax

HiPeople handles the entire reference check process - from inviting via emails/text, following up, supporting candidates and references, and creating beautiful reports.

Survey builder

Flexible survey builder

Choose from powerful templates, leverage AI for precise questions, and embrace multi-media responses to gain deeper insights.

HiPeople Reference Checks - Survey builder
Artificial Intelligence

Unparalleled precision and compliance, powered by AI

Use HiPeople's AI to securely detect fraud and verify references.

HiPeople Platform - Precision compliance
Insights

Hire with confidence

Spot red flags, learn how to ramp candidates faster, and impress your hiring managers with easy-to-read reports.

HiPeople Platform - Hire with confidence

Take the guesswork out of screening

Start making screening decision rooted in data not gut feel. Use science-backed, AI-powered assessments and get a jumpstart in finding the best talent.

Easy

We make cutting-edge people science easily applicable, so everyone can experience its unique power.

Tailored

Don't go generic. Create specific assessments using our large test library and custom questions.

Data

Wow your hiring team with easy-to-understand reports and use AI to discover unique insights.

Test Library

Choose from 400+ tests to assess your candidates. Still, can't find what you are looking for? Let our experts build it for you.

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Efficiency

Focus on your best candidates

Don't waste your time on screening resumes and qualification calls. Let assessments do the heavy lifting and focus on your best candidates right from the start.

Diversity & Inclusion

Build Diversity and Inclusion into hiring

Stop hiring candidates based on their resume. Use science-backed assessments to build diverse, winning teams.

HiPeople Platform - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

HiPeople vs Searchlight Comparison

Discover why HiPeople stands out against Searchlight Reference Checks with our feature-by-feature comparison.

Feature
Role-specific templates
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No log-in required for candidates
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Fully customizable surveys
✔️
Proprietary verification
✔️
Advanced fraud and bias detection
✔️
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Smart follow-up questions
✔️
AI-powered surveys
✔️
Insights-driven onboarding guidance
✔️
Streamlined Slack integration
✔️
✔️
ATS integrations
43+ integrations
✔️
Talent and sales lead pools
✔️
Secure result sharing
✔️
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Custom data retention settings
✔️
Instant automated alerts
✔️
Checkr-powered background checks
✔️
Backdoor reference checks
✔️
Company skills database
✔️
Performance benchmarks
✔️
Custom user permissions
✔️
Enterprise-ready with SSO
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Swift 24-hour turnaround support
✔️
Privacy-focused and GDPR compliant
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✔️
SOC 2 Type II-certified
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Assessment Library
400+ tests
Role-specific templates
✔️
AI-generated assessments
✔️
Expert-curated tests validated by I/O psychologists
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Custom tests by request tailored by I/O psychologists
✔️
Custom text questions
✔️
Custom multiple-choice questions
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Custom video questions
✔️
Coding tests
Coming soon
Video interview capabilities
✔️
Streamlined Slack integration
✔️
ATS integrations
43+ integrations
Easy test sharing via social media links
✔️
Actionable candidate feedback
✔️
Company skills database
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Performance benchmarks
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Custom user permissions
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Swift 24-hour turnaround support
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Privacy-focused and GDPR-compliant
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SOC 2 Type II-certified
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Searchlight

Searchlight

Searchlight offers AI-powered talent evaluation tailored for recruiters prioritizing quality. Utilizing TRACY, its AI system, Searchlight aims to identify the top 1% of candidates efficiently, predicting optimal hires early in the hiring process. This tool promises to streamline applicant screening, assessments, reference checks, and measuring quality of hire.

For applicant screening, Searchlight boasts the ability to swiftly sift through hundreds of applicants in seconds using bias-free AI. This feature filters candidates based on relevant work experiences, hard skills, and soft skills, promising to save time while enhancing confidence, objectivity, and efficiency in candidate selection.

Assessments through Searchlight involve a concise 10-15 minute survey designed to evaluate candidates for skills and cultural fit. These assessments are validated by I/O science, customizable to organizational needs, and claim to reduce the necessity for extensive interviews, saving time and resources for recruiters.

Reference checks are automated by Searchlight, offering predictive data on candidates' skills, culture, and potential performance. This automation aims to accelerate the hiring process, improve onboarding, and prevent hiring mishaps. Searchlight asserts its ability to turn hours of work into a single click, providing valuable insights for recruiters.

Why Choose HiPeople for Reference Checks?

Introducing HiPeople, the revolutionary platform poised to transform your hiring process into a seamless, efficient, and insightful experience. With HiPeople, you gain access to cutting-edge AI-powered assessments and reference checks that streamline your screening process, ensuring you hire only the top talent that truly fits the job. Say goodbye to the traditional, time-consuming methods of recruitment and embrace a future where hiring is fast, unbiased, and effortless.

At the heart of HiPeople lies its groundbreaking Reference Check feature, powered by advanced AI algorithms. Say farewell to endless hours spent on manual reference calls; HiPeople automates the entire process, delivering comprehensive insights in record time. With a click of a button, invite candidates to the platform, where they effortlessly reach out to their references. Meanwhile, HiPeople takes charge, meticulously analyzing feedback and compiling easy-to-read reports, empowering you to make informed hiring decisions with confidence.

But that's not all. HiPeople goes beyond just reference checks. With its AI-powered assessments, swiftly pinpoint the best candidates and gain rapid insight into their job fit. Utilize powerful templates or create custom surveys tailored to your specific needs. With HiPeople's seamless integration into your existing workflows and its unparalleled level of security and compliance, hiring the best talent has never been easier.

Join the ranks of leading companies revolutionizing their talent operations with HiPeople. Experience 91% less screening time, 62% faster time-to-hire, and $801 cost-savings per hire. Unlock a 360-degree view of your candidates, manage both assessments and reference checks in one intuitive system, and enjoy exclusive platform discounts. With HiPeople, build a fast, fair, and smart hiring process that not only attracts top talent but also elevates your employer brand.

HiPeople vs Searchlight: Pricing Comparison

Now, let's delve into a head-to-head comparison of the pricing models offered by HiPeople and Searchlight, helping you make an informed decision for your recruitment needs.


HiPeople Pricing

HiPeople offers a range of pricing plans tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses at every stage of their growth journey. Whether you're just dipping your toes into the waters of automated recruiting or seeking advanced enterprise functionalities, HiPeople has you covered.

  1. Free: Dive into the world of HiPeople with a complimentary trial, allowing you to check one candidate free of charge. Explore the platform's robust features, including a vast library of 50+ templates, AI-powered surveys, and the flexibility to craft custom questions tailored to your specific needs.
  2. Grow: For teams venturing into automated recruiting, the Grow plan starts from $70/month. Enjoy unlimited access to candidates, references, and users, empowering your team to scale effortlessly. Benefit from additional features such as a sophisticated fraud detection system, seamless PDF exports, and the ability to brand your surveys for a personalized touch.
  3. Scale: Elevate your reference checking to new heights with the Scale plan, starting from $98/month. Building upon the offerings of the Grow plan, Scale introduces advanced functionalities like seamless integration with your Applicant Tracking System (ATS), access to a vast talent pool, and comprehensive 360° references. Gain valuable insights into onboarding processes, optimizing your team's efficiency and effectiveness.
  4. Enterprise: Designed for businesses requiring top-tier enterprise functionalities, the Enterprise plan encompasses everything from Scale and beyond. Unlock powerful analytics capabilities, seamless API access for enhanced integration, and dedicated support from a Customer Success Manager (CSM). Enjoy peace of mind with premium support, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and SOC2 Type II compliance, ensuring the highest standards of data security and reliability.

Whether you're a burgeoning startup or an established enterprise, HiPeople's pricing plans offer a tailored solution to streamline your recruiting processes and drive organizational success.

Searchlight Pricing

When considering Searchlight's pricing structure, one might find the lack of transparency a tad inconvenient. Unlike other services that readily offer straightforward pricing plans, Searchlight opts for a more personalized approach, requiring potential users to engage in a consultation process to obtain a custom quote. While this might suggest a tailored experience, it also means there's no option for immediate sign-up and exploration of the platform. Instead of the simplicity of choosing a plan and diving right in, interested parties must schedule a consultation to discuss their needs and receive pricing details. This can pose a hurdle for those seeking quick access or wishing to gauge the platform's suitability without committing upfront. Additionally, the absence of a free trial means users can't test the waters before diving into a subscription. Thus, while Searchlight promises fast and insightful reference checks, rich data reports, and AI-powered hiring recommendations, the road to accessing these features may be less straightforward than desired.

Assessment starter-kit

Test unlimited candidates and experience HiPeople.

Access to 400+ tests
Custom questions
5 users
Get started for free with the HiPeople assessments starter kit

Reference check starter kit

Check 1 candidate free of charge and experience HiPeople.

50+ templates
AI-powered surveys
Custom questions
Get started for free with the HiPeople reference check starter kit

What modern teams using HiPeople are saying.

“The turnaround time is great! We aren’t missing a candidate reference. Reference Checks can be a daunting task, but HiPeople makes it really easy.”

Tiera Dobbins, Talent Acquisition Services and Operations Manager at NFL National Football League
Tiera Dobbins
Talent Acquisition Services & Operations Manager

“HiPeople allows me to get mundane tasks like reference checks out of the way. Our time-to-fill went down 31% in the last year and we made 62% more hires.”

Sarah Garner, Director of Recruitment and Outreach at Vivvi
Sarah Garner
Director of Recruitment and Outreach

“We use HiPeople Assessments for volume hiring. With the introduction of HiPeople our work has reduced by about 50%”

Prem Kumar, Talent Acquisition Manager - Recruitment and Employer Branding at DAZN
Prem Kumar
Talent Acquisition Manager - Recruitment & Employer Branding

“Being able to use HiPeople’s AI-enable features allows for a better screening process to make sure that we are getting the right candidates.”

Alex Anderson, Learning & Development Specialist at Colas Canada
Alex Anderson
Learning & Development Specialist

“With HiPeople we are saving between 250-500 hours of screening time every year. We completely switched to a skill-based candidate assessment in pre-screening.”

Maximilian Rauschen, Head of Talent Acquisition at Tourlane
Maximilian Rauschen
Head of Talent Acquisition

“We use HiPeople to objectively assess our candidate’s skills and capabilities. The more data we have, the more we can influence our quality-of-hire.”

Matthias Schmeisser, Global Senior Director, Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding at Emnify
Matthias Schmeisser
Global Senior Director, Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding

“HiPeople has been really helpful for us in automating the reference check process, verifying who the references are, and doing it in a much more fast and efficient way.”

Charlie Boyle, Senior Lead, Talent Acquisition Policy, Operations & Technology at Celonis
Charlie Boyle
Senior Lead, Talent Acquisition Policy, Operations & Technology

“Our former reference process was really archaic, very sticky. HiPeople has really given us the ability to customize when and how we do reference checks. That is really amazing!”

Janna Karwaski, Senior Director of Workforce Optimization at IntelyCare
Janna Karwaski
Senior Director of Workforce Optimization