$1 per lookup
vs $28/month.
TruthFinder is one of the most expensive options in this category. WHODIS charges $1 per lookup — 28x cheaper for a one-off search, with no subscription attached.
Side by side
| Feature | WHODIS | TruthFinder |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $0 | $28.05 |
| Cost per lookup | $1.00 | $0 (after monthly fee) |
| Subscription required | ✗ Never | ✓ Required |
| Auto-renewal | ✗ Never | ✓ Yes |
| Pay only for results | ✓ Yes | — |
| Credits expire | ✗ Never | N/A |
| Cost for 2 lookups/year | $2 | $336+ |
$336 a year for occasional lookups
TruthFinder's $28.05/month plan adds up to over $336 a year. For someone who needs to look up an unknown number a few times, that's an enormous premium for what amounts to a few API calls.
WHODIS exists precisely for this use case — occasional lookups, no ongoing commitment. You pay $1, you get your answer, and your card isn't touched again until you choose to use it.
What you're actually paying for
TruthFinder includes deep background report features beyond just phone lookup — address history, relatives, criminal records. If you need all of that, their subscription may be worth it. If you just want to know who called, it isn't.