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Access Screening vs Veremark: Choosing the best screening platform for proven ROI and reliability
Choosing a background screening platform requires balancing flexibility, global reach, and - most critically - reliability and return on investment (ROI). Veremark offers a flexible, pay-as-you-go model and strong global capabilities. However, for organisations that demand consistent service, deep integration into an HR ecosystem, and a guaranteed reduction in time and cost, Access Screening provides superior value. We'll show you why a solution backed by proven ROI and guaranteed service consistency is the smarter long-term investment.
Access Screening vs Veremark: feature comparison
| Feature / Metric | Access Screening | Veremark | Strategic advantage for Access |
| Core USP | Proven ROI & Ecosystem Integration: Guaranteed time/cost savings, 140+ checks, part of the comprehensive Access RecOS suite. | Global Flexibility & Candidate UX: Strong focus on candidate experience, pay-as-you-go (PAYG) pricing, global reach (160+ countries). | Access provides a more comprehensive, guaranteed ROI solution designed for long-term strategic HR management, not just transactional checks. |
| Check Depth | Over 140 checks from an extensive library. Includes: Right to Work, DBS, Financial, Criminal, International, Social Media, BPSS, Directorships, Adverse Media. | Wide Variety of checks. Includes: Automated Reference Checks, Identity, Criminal, Education, Employment, Bankruptcy, Credit. | 140+ is a tangible number. Access offers superior depth for complex roles (Finance/Security) and vendor consolidation. |
| Integrations | Open API (JSON API) for integration with any system. Deep, native integration with Access Recruitment CRM and Onboarded. | OpenAPI and 20+ native integrations (e.g., Greenhouse). | Both have Open APIs, but Access's native integration with the Access Group ecosystem provides a unique consolidation benefit. |
| Pricing Model | Flexible, cost-effective transactional pricing integrated into a scalable enterprise model. | Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG)/Usage-Based Pricing (No long contracts). | Veremark's PAYG may come with a higher cost over time. Access's integrated model is engineered for long-term ROI and predictable scaling. |
| Target Market | Recruitment Agencies, Large Enterprise, Regulated Sectors (Health/Care, Finance, Education) looking for a single, integrated platform. | StartUps, Small Business, Medium Business, Large Enterprise, particularly those prioritizing quick, one-off global checks. | Access is built for the enterprise and agency volume that demands guaranteed consistency and deep workflow automation. |
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The reliability gap: Access Screening vs. Veremark’s inconsistency
Veremark positions itself as a market leader in speed and support, but direct user feedback highlights a critical reliability gap that can cost you time and candidate experience.
Veremark: The risk of inconsistency (pros and cons from G2/Trustpilot)
| Veremark Reported Pros (Strengths) | Veremark Reported Cons (Vulnerabilities) |
| Excellent Trustpilot (4.6) and G2 (4.6) Ratings. | Users report significant Process Delays and Delays in Process. |
| Praised for Ease of Use and Candidate Experience. | Reports of Poor Customer Support and lack of responsiveness. |
| Advertised 24/7 Global Support. | Users report the product can be Expensive with rising prices and Pricing Issues. |
The Access Screening reliability promise
Unlike competitors whose customer experiences are inconsistent, Access Screening offers a proven solution from a stable, market-leading technology group.
- Guaranteed Service:
Access’s model is built on unwavering 24/7 support and a Fully Auditable Case History, ensuring consistency and compliance with every transaction.
- Customer Testimonial:
It's revolutionised the way we do screening. It's made it so much more efficient and because all of us on the HR team have got access to the system, the continuity and the consistency is much better.
Emma Kornblum, HR & Resourcing Partner, Outlook Care
The ROI breakthrough: Why Access Screening delivers better value
While Veremark’s PAYG model offers flexibility, Access Screening’s automated platform delivers quantifiable and lasting cost reduction that drives a superior ROI.
| Access Screening ROI Metric | The Value to Your Business |
| Time to Hire Reduction | Up to 50% Faster |
| Admin Time Savings | Up to 40% Less Admin |
| Platform Consolidation | Single Partner, Single Contract |
Access Screening really stood out. It came down to things like SaaS, configurability, the range of checks, usability - we really liked the overall candidate experience.
Rachael Baker, Business Change Director, Rullion
Who is the right long-term partner?
Veremark is a viable option for companies needing highly flexible, ad-hoc global checks.
However, if your business requires a dependable, enterprise-grade solution that delivers a clear, predictable, and superior return on investment through guaranteed automation and integration, the choice is Access Screening.
Choose the platform that doesn't just promise speed and support, but guarantees it with consistent service and an integrated approach to saving you time and money.
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Resources
5 Steps to digitising your candidate compliance strategy
A helpful guide to evolving your onboarding process and delivering a reliable compliance strategy through automation.
Candidate Screening Solutions in the UK
In this guide, we explore the importance of screening, the specific checks required by different industries, and how automated screening software can streamline the process.
Candidate onboarding checklist for UK temp agencies
This checklist gives you exactly that sector-specific guidance, automation tips, and practical steps to help you move at speed without slipping on compliance.