--- description: Review of RefNow Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice New Zealand. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: RefNow | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice NZ --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Reference Check Software](/directory/4696/reference-check/software) > [RefNow](/software/150271/refnow) # RefNow Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/150271/refnow Page: 1 / 20\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/150271/refnow?page=2) > RefNow is a cloud-based reference-checking platform that simplifies the recruitment process for organizations of all sizes. With its Talent Pool feature, RefNow enables users to find and attract passive candidates while referencing new hires. RefNow Inbound automates the reference-checking process for current and past staff. This tool also simplifies the off-boarding process by automating the production of references. > > Verdict: Rated **4.7/5** by 469 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.7/5** | 469 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.6/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: RefNow - **Location**: London, UK - **Founded**: 2017 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: £12.99 - **Pricing model**: (Free version available) (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: Pay as you go: £9.99 per candidate. Includes 5 references per candidate. Custom plan: contact RefNow for custom pricing with optional add-ons and bespoke services The Free Trial includes 5 candidate checks - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based - **Supported Languages**: Dutch, English, French, Spanish - **Available Countries**: Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Guernsey, India, Ireland, Isle of Man, Italy, Japan, Jersey, Luxembourg, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands and 11 more ## Features - API - Activity Dashboard - Alerts/Notifications - Applicant Tracking - Background Screening - Bulk Reference Request - Candidate Scoring - Compliance Management - Customisable Branding - Customisable Reports - Customisable Templates - Data Import/Export - Email Reminders - Email/Online - Feedback Management - Mobile Access - Real-Time Notifications - Recruitment Management - Reference Checking - Reference Request Automation ## Integrations (56 total) - AFAS Software - Ashby - Avature - BITE - BambooHR - Breezy - Bullhorn ATS & CRM - CareerPlug - Carerix - Connexys Recruiting Software - Cornerstone - Eploy - Factorial - Flatchr - Fountain ... and 41 more integrations ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat ## Category - [Reference Check Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/directory/4696/reference-check/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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[HR Avatar](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/100469/hravatar-video-interviewing) — 4.5/5 (130 reviews) ## Reviews ### "Perfect for review" — 5.0/5 > **Adrian** | *20 January 2025* | Hospital & Health Care | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Clearly and Easy to operate perfect for new people > > **Cons**: Nothing really Im beginner with this and even I can easy operating this website > > Straightforward no problems whatsoever. definitely recommend ----- ### "Learning Curve Security Information Management Questionnaire Design Email Reference Requests Form Completion" — 5.0/5 > **Marco** | *19 November 2025* | Health, Wellness & Fitness | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > Learning Curve Security Information Management Questionnaire Design Email Reference Requests Form Completion ----- ### "What I liked most about RefNow was how quick and straight" — 3.0/5 > **Ayobami** | *23 June 2026* | Accounting | Recommendation rating: 1.0/10 > > **Pros**: What I liked most about RefNow was how quick and straightforward the process was. It was easy to use, simple to follow, and made providing reference information much more efficient. I also appreciated receiving clear instructions and updates throughout the process. ----- ### "Attention To Details Matters" — 4.0/5 > **Mary D.** | *26 August 2025* | Alternative Medicine | Recommendation rating: 3.0/10 > > **Pros**: The professional references portion gives a thorough overview of qualities that employers would want to be informed about. > > **Cons**: The detail of identifying your present job title was redundant. However, when a human resource employee needs to speak with a referenced person, this is a quick referent. > > The required fields were easily understood. When an error was corrected the amended information was confirmed to be complete for the candidate. Correcting a mistake helped me to make note, and correct one other detail. ----- ### "Clyde's RefNow Feedback" — 5.0/5 > **Mbai Junior** | *10 June 2025* | Food & Beverages | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Very direct, clear and precise. I like the questions asked and also the structure of it. I also like that it was done in stages > > **Cons**: Nothing. I don't have anything least desirable about it. I genuinely enjoyed the service. It was done in segments which helped > > Brilliant. It was very easy to use and also very precise which i enjoyed very much. I will highly recommend it to a friend ----- Page: 1 / 20\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/150271/refnow?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.co.nz/software/150271/refnow) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | fr | | ----- ## Structured Data