1. ComplyCube
Teemo Technology Ltd · London · Background verification & KYC · 4/5
Identity verification, KYC, KYB and AML screening platform with document and biometric checks.
$99/month (Starter) converted to usage credits
Free trial
Background verification & KYC · Alternatives
Best Certn alternatives in India (2026)
Certn is a background verification & kyc product from Certn Holdings Inc., Victoria, priced at Pay per check; OneID from $4.99, credit report $12.99. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 2 have a free plan, 7 are built in India.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to Certn are ComplyCube ($99/month (Starter) converted to usage credits), Shufti (Free plan), FRS Labs (On request), Ondato (Usage-based pricing in EUR per verification) and Trulioo (On request). Shufti is the top-ranked option with a free plan. Published prices in this list start at ₹170/month.
Why businesses look for a Certn alternative
There is no free plan
Certn has no free tier. 2 alternatives do, which lets you test with real data before you pay.
Indian support and GST
Certn is built in Canada. 7 alternatives are made in India, where GST, TDS and UPI are usually handled natively and support runs on IST.
Certn alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches Certn's category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Certn (current) | Pay per check; OneID from $4.99, credit report $12.99 | No | Web | No | 4.1/5 | — |
| 1 | ComplyCube | $99/month (Starter) converted to usage credits | No | Web | No | 4/5 | |
| 2 |  Shufti | Free plan | Yes | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 3 |  FRS Labs | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 4 |  Ondato | Usage-based pricing in EUR per verification | No | Web | No | 4.1/5 | |
| 5 |  Trulioo | On request | No | Web | No | 4/5 | |
| 6 |  GoodHire | From $29.99 per check (Basic) | No | Web | No | 4.1/5 | |
| 7 |  Accurate Background | On request | No | Web | No | 3.9/5 | |
| 8 |  Xref | $70/month USD billed annually (Starter) | No | Web | No | 4/5 | |
| 9 |  Zinc | On request | No | Web | No | 4.1/5 | |
| 10 |  Pietos | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.2/5 | |
| 11 |  BeFiSc | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 12 |  CrimeCheck | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.1/5 | |
| 13 |  Verified First | On request | No | Web | No | 3.9/5 | |
| 14 |  Zoop | Pay as you go | No | Web | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 15 |  Passwork | €3/user/month billed annually | No | Web | No | 4.1/5 | |
| 16 |  2Factor | Pay as you go | No | Web | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 17 |  Okta | ₹170/mo | No | Web | No | 4.5/5 | |
| 18 |  Zoho Directory | Free plan | Yes | Web | Yes | 4.8/5 | |
| 19 |  1Password Business | ₹650/mo | No | Web | No | 4.4/5 | |
| 20 |  Keeper | ₹300/mo | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 |
Top 10 Certn alternatives in detail
2. Shufti
Shufti · Limassol · Background verification & KYC · 4.5/5
Identity verification, KYC and AML screening platform covering users in 240+ countries.
Free plan
Free plan available
Compared with Certn
- Has a free plan — Certn does not
3. FRS Labs
FRSLABS Research Systems Pvt Ltd · Bengaluru · Background verification & KYC · 4.3/5
Identity verification, fraud prevention and privacy management APIs used by Indian banks and insurers.
On request
Quote-based
Compared with Certn
- Built in India (Bengaluru)
4. Ondato
Ondato · London · Background verification & KYC · 4.1/5
KYC, KYB and AML compliance software for identity verification during customer onboarding.
Usage-based pricing in EUR per verification
Free trial
5. Trulioo
Trulioo · Vancouver · Background verification & KYC · 4/5
Global identity and business verification network for KYC, KYB and AML checks in 195+ countries.
On request
Quote-based
6. GoodHire
GoodHire (a Checkr company) · San Francisco · Background verification & KYC · 4.1/5
FCRA-compliant employment background checks for US employers, priced per check without contracts.
From $29.99 per check (Basic)
Free trial
7. Accurate Background
Accurate Background · Irvine · Background verification & KYC · 3.9/5
Employment screening provider offering criminal, drug, credit, identity and global background checks.
On request
Quote-based
8. Xref
Xref · Sydney · Background verification & KYC · 4/5
Automated reference checking, background checks and employee pulse and exit surveys.
$70/month USD billed annually (Starter)
Free trial
9. Zinc
Zinc Work Ltd · London · Background verification & KYC · 4.1/5
Automated pre-employment checks covering criminal records, right to work, references and education.
On request
Quote-based
10. Pietos
Pietos Solutions Private Limited · Delhi · Background verification & KYC · 4.2/5
Employee background verification covering education, employment, address, court records and EPFO.
On request
Quote-based
Compared with Certn
- Built in India (Delhi)
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How to choose a Certn alternative
- Decide between employee BGV (turnaround time, coverage) and customer KYC (APIs, uptime, RBI compliance).
- Check consent and data-retention practices against the DPDP Act.
- Compare per-check pricing; bundles differ widely.
Certn alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to Certn in 2026?+
The closest matches to Certn on App Advisor are ComplyCube ($99/month (Starter) converted to usage credits), Shufti (Free plan), FRS Labs (On request). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match Certn, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to Certn?+
Yes. 2 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: Shufti (Free plan), Zoho Directory (Free plan). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
What is the cheapest alternative to Certn?+
Among alternatives that publish a price, Okta starts lowest at ₹170/mo. Shufti also has a free plan. Prices are read from each vendor's website and exclude GST.
Is there an Indian alternative to Certn?+
Yes. 7 alternatives are built in India, including FRS Labs (On request), Pietos (On request), BeFiSc (On request). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
Certn vs ComplyCube: which is better?+
ComplyCube is the closest match to Certn in our catalogue. Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these Certn alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in background verification & kyc or a category Certn also covers, and Certn Holdings Inc.'s own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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