HiveRef
7.6#1 in reference checking softwareFrom A$29 a monthAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitHiveRef vs Referoo
What both publish
| Fact | HiveRef | Referoo |
|---|---|---|
| API | The Zapier integration page documents API-key authentication and endpoints for hooks, check lists, and prefilled check wizards. | Referoo provides an OAuth 2.0 API for pushing candidates and referees, collecting reference data and retrieving reference files. |
| Headquarters | HiveRef describes Australia as its headquarters and primary market; its legal documents identify New South Wales, Australia. | Sydney, Australia, with an office in London |
| Security controls | The privacy policy states TLS 1.2-or-higher in transit, AES-256 at rest, least-privilege role controls, administrative MFA, security testing and access-event logging. | Referoo uses multi-factor authentication, role-based access control, annual penetration testing and regular vulnerability scanning. |
HiveRef plans
- Pay as you goA$4, paid once
- CoreA$29 a month
- GrowthA$49 a month
- ScaleA$98 a month
- VelocityA$298 a month
Referoo plans
- Referoo EssentialPriced on request
- Referoo HubPriced on request
Pick HiveRef if…
HiveRef suits office managers, founders, or people and culture leads working without a dedicated HR department. It is for employment reference checks rather than criminal-record or credit screening.
Pick Referoo if…
Referoo suits hiring teams that need to collect references through several channels and track checks alongside HR or ATS systems. Its API and configurable questionnaires may also suit teams with specific workflows.