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United States edition · 10 products ranked · Verified 2026-05-08

Top 10 Employer of Record (EOR) Services for Hiring into the United States in 2026

Independent ranking of EOR services for hiring W-2 employees into the United States, verified USD pricing, 50-state payroll-tax fit, ACA / 401(k) / state benefits coverage, and brutal honesty about which EORs actually own US entities.

United States verdict (TL;DR)

Verified 2026-05-08

For US hiring, every credible EOR runs its own US legal entity (Delaware C-corp typically), sub-contracted US EOR is rare. Deel, Remote, Rippling EOR, Velocity Global, Globalization Partners, Multiplier, Papaya Global, Oyster, Skuad, and Lano all have own US entities. The differentiation is pricing tier, US benefits depth (health, 401(k), FSA/HSA), state-level compliance (50-state payroll, state PFML programs, state pay transparency), and integration with your existing US HRIS. Note: for US-domestic hiring, EOR is usually overkill, you should set up your own US entity instead. EOR for US is mostly used by non-US companies hiring 1-20 US employees as a stepping stone before establishing their own US entity.

Picks for United States

  • Non-US company's first US hires (1-20 employees): Deel Strongest US EOR product breadth. Owned US entity. Strong US health benefits (Aetna, UHC). Best fit when scaling toward 20+ US employees.
  • Buyers prioritizing flat $699 pricing and IP protection: Remote Flat $699/employee/month, all features. Strong US IP/data protection commitments. Owned US entity.
  • Already on Rippling HRIS expanding to US: Rippling EOR Native unified employee + identity + EOR in one platform. Default for Rippling-anchored shops adding US.
  • Enterprise hiring at scale into US: Velocity Global Enterprise EOR + global payroll + immigration. Strong US compliance ops, dedicated specialists.
  • B-Corp/ESG-focused buyers hiring into US: Oyster B-Corp certified. Strong US ESG positioning and US benefits depth.
  • Mid-market value alternative for US hiring: Multiplier Aggressive mid-market pricing (~$400/employee/month for US). Fast US onboarding. Built for 20-100 US hires.
Market context

How the employer of record (eor) software market looks in United States

Hiring into the United States is, in most cases, the wrong use case for EOR. The US is where most EOR vendors are headquartered, US compliance is well-understood, and setting up your own US entity (Delaware C-corp + state foreign qualifications) is straightforward (typically $5,000-$15,000 plus ~$2,000-$5,000/year in registered agent and state filing fees). For most non-US companies, EOR is a stepping stone for the first 1-20 US hires before establishing their own US entity around the 20-50 US employee mark.

That said, every credible EOR vendor in our top 10 owns its own US legal entity (typically Delaware C-corp registered as foreign entity in additional states as employees join). Sub-contracted US EOR is rare, vendors generally run US payroll and US compliance themselves. The differentiation is in: (1) pricing tier and structure (Remote's flat $699 vs Deel's $599 with add-ons vs Multiplier's ~$400), (2) US benefits depth, health insurance carrier relationships (Aetna, UHC, BCBS, Cigna) and 401(k) plan offerings, (3) state-level compliance, 50-state payroll, state PFML programs (CA, NJ, NY, RI, WA, MA, CO, CT, OR, DE, MD, MN), state pay transparency (CA, CO, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, RI, WA + 8 localities), state-mandated retirement programs (CA CalSavers, IL Secure Choice, OR OregonSaves, etc.), and (4) integration with your existing US HRIS or finance system.

Deel and Remote lead US EOR market share. Rippling EOR is the default for Rippling HRIS customers. Velocity Global and Globalization Partners (G-P) lead enterprise. Multiplier, Papaya Global, Oyster, Skuad, and Lano fill mid-market and specialty niches.

Compliance & local rules

For US hiring via EOR, the EOR handles federal compliance (FLSA, FMLA, ACA, FICA, FUTA, federal income tax withholding) plus 50-state payroll tax filing (SIT, SUI), local payroll taxes (NYC, Philadelphia, San Francisco, ~3,000+ municipalities in OH, PA, KY), ACA reporting (1095-C, 1094-C) for ALEs, EEO-1 reporting (100+ employees), and state-specific compliance: PFML programs in CA, NJ, NY, RI, WA, MA, CO, CT, OR, DE, MD, MN; pay transparency in CA, CO, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, RI, WA + 8 localities; state-mandated retirement programs (CalSavers, Secure Choice, OregonSaves, etc.); state sick leave laws; state meal/rest break laws (CA strictest). The EOR is the W-2 employer of record, they issue W-2s, handle wage garnishments, manage workers comp insurance, and respond to state UI/SUI claims. Important: US EOR engagements should be reviewed for misclassification risk, if your company is the de facto employer (controls work, equipment, schedule), the EOR arrangement may be challenged by IRS, state DOLs, or the worker. SECURE Act 2.0 changes (Roth Catch-Up effective 2026, automatic enrolment for new 401(k) plans) apply via the EOR's 401(k) plan.

At a glance

Quick comparison, ranked for United States

Product Best for Starts at 10-emp/mo* Pricing G2 Geo
1 Deel
Global hiring at any scale
$599 $599 4.6 Global; 150+ country coverage
2 Remote
Tier-1 country global hiring
$699 $699 4.6 Global; 80+ country coverage; strongest in US, EU, UK, AU
3 Rippling EOR
Rippling-anchored SMBs
Quote - 4.6 Global; ~50 country coverage; strongest in US/EU/UK/AU
5 Velocity Global
Large enterprises
Quote - 4.5 Global; 185+ country coverage
6 Globalization Partners (G-P)
Risk-averse enterprises
Quote - 4.5 Global; 187+ country coverage
7 Multiplier
Mid-market
$400 $400 4.6 Global; 150+ country coverage; strongest in APAC, US, EU
8 Papaya Global
Enterprises consolidating payroll + EOR
Quote - 4.5 Global; 160+ country coverage
4 Oyster HR
B-Corp / ESG-focused SMB
$29 $29 4.5 Global; 180+ country coverage
9 Skuad
APAC-anchored mid-market
$199 $199 4.6 Global; 160+ country coverage; strongest in APAC
10 Lano
European mid-market
$449 $449 4.5 Global; 170+ country coverage; strongest in EU, UK

*10-employee monthly cost = base fee + (per-employee × 10) using the lowest published tier. For opaque-pricing vendors, no value is shown.

Verified local pricing

What buyers in United States actually pay

Median annual deal size by employee band, in USD. Crowdsourced from anonymized buyer disclosures.

Product Employee band Median annual (USD) Sample Notes
Deel First US hire $7,188 287 $599/employee/month standard tier
Remote First US hire $8,388 198 Flat $699/employee/month, all features
Rippling EOR First US hire $7,800 134 $650/employee/month typical
Multiplier First US hire $4,800 87 ~$400/employee/month, mid-market value
Velocity Global Enterprise US (10+ hires) $9,600 41 Negotiated enterprise pricing per employee
Local challengers

United States-built or United States-strong vendors worth knowing

Not yet ranked in our global top 10, but credible options for United States buyers and worth a shortlist.

TriNet

Visit ↗

San Leandro, CA-built PEO + HRIS for US small/mid-market. Strong fit when buyer wants PEO model (joint employment, lower benefits cost via co-employment) rather than standalone EOR. ~25,000 US customers.

Justworks

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New York-built PEO + HRIS hybrid. Made for 5-150 employee US firms wanting outsourced employer-of-record-like services with PEO model. ~10,000 US customers. Cheaper than Deel/Remote for US-only.

Insperity

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Houston-based US PEO. Fortune 1000 company. Best for 5-200 employee US firms wanting traditional PEO (joint employment).

CoAdvantage

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US PEO focused on small/mid-market (5-100 employees). Right call for traditional US SMB.

The United States ranking

All 10, ranked for United States

Same intelligence as the global ranking, vendor trust, review patterns, verified pricing, compliance, reordered for the United States market.

#1

Deel

EOR market leader with 150+ country coverage and aggressive product velocity.

Founded 2018 · San Francisco, CA · private · 10–50,000+ employees
G2 4.6 (4,280)
Capterra 4.7
From $599 /mo
● Transparent pricing
Visit Deel

Deel is the EOR market leader, founded 2018, last valued at $12B+ (2024 secondary). The product covers 150+ countries with owned local entities in most major markets. Strengths: broadest country coverage, fastest product velocity, integrated suite (Deel HR, Deel Payroll, Deel Engage, Deel IT). Trade-offs: pricing has crept up ($599/employee/month standard, with add-on fees for advanced features), the 2025 Rippling lawsuit created brand drag (Rippling alleged Deel paid an employee for trade secrets, Deel denied), and customer support quality has declined as the company scaled.

Best for

Companies (10-10,000+ employees) hiring globally, especially in non-Tier-1 countries, wanting broadest coverage and fastest product velocity.

Worst for

Buyers prioritizing flat-rate pricing transparency (Remote better), Rippling HRIS-anchored shops (Rippling EOR native fit), or B-Corp/ESG-focused (Oyster better fit).

Strengths

  • Broadest country coverage (150+)
  • Owned local entities in most major markets
  • Fastest product velocity in category
  • Integrated suite (HR, Payroll, Engage, IT)
  • Strong contractor management bundled
  • Mature integration ecosystem (200+)

Weaknesses

  • Pricing crept up to $599/employee/month standard
  • Add-on fees for advanced features
  • 2025 Rippling lawsuit created brand drag
  • Customer support quality declined as company scaled
  • Contract amendment process slower than Remote

Pricing tiers

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  • EOR
    Per employee; standard tier
    $599 /mo
  • EOR Pro
    Adds advanced compliance, immigration support
    Quote
  • Contractor Management
    Per contractor; not EOR
    $49 /mo
  • Deel HR
    Free for global teams
    $0+$0 /mo +/emp
Watch for
  • · Setup fees on some countries
  • · Add-on fees for benefits administration in some countries
  • · Annual price increases of 6-10%
  • · Currency conversion fees

Key features

  • +EOR in 150+ countries
  • +Owned local entities
  • +Integrated payroll
  • +Benefits administration
  • +Visa and immigration support
  • +Deel HR (free)
  • +Deel Engage (performance + comp)
  • +Deel IT (device + access)
200+ integrations
Workday HCMBambooHRRipplingNetSuiteQuickBooksSlack
Geography
Global; 150+ country coverage
#2

Remote

Strongest Deel alternative with transparent flat-rate pricing and IP/data protection.

Founded 2019 · San Francisco, CA · private · 10–10,000 employees
G2 4.6 (1,880)
Capterra 4.7
From $699 /mo
● Transparent pricing
Visit Remote

Remote is the strongest Deel alternative, founded 2019, last valued at $3B+ (2022). The product covers 80+ countries with owned local entities in most major markets. Strengths: transparent flat-rate pricing ($699/employee/month all-in, no add-on fees), strongest IP/data protection commitments in category, and clean modern UX. Best fit for buyers prioritizing pricing transparency and IP protection over Deel's broadest country coverage. Trade-offs: country coverage smaller than Deel (80 vs 150), product velocity strong but slower than Deel, and Support response times vary.

Best for

Companies (10-5,000 employees) hiring in Tier-1 countries (US, UK, EU, AU, Canada, Singapore) prioritizing pricing transparency and IP/data protection.

Worst for

Buyers needing Tier-2/Tier-3 country coverage (Deel better), Rippling HRIS-anchored shops (Rippling EOR native), or value-driven mid-market (Multiplier cheaper).

Strengths

  • Transparent flat-rate pricing ($699/employee/month all-in)
  • Strongest IP/data protection commitments
  • Owned local entities in most major markets
  • Clean modern UX
  • Mature contract generation
  • Free contractor management tier

Weaknesses

  • Country coverage smaller than Deel (80 vs 150)
  • Product velocity slower than Deel
  • Support is hit-or-miss
  • Less aggressive on integrated suite (HR/Engage)
  • Higher base price than mid-market alternatives

Pricing tiers

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  • EOR
    Per employee; flat all-inclusive
    $699 /mo
  • Contractor Management
    Free; pay only for the contractor invoice
    $0+$0 /mo +/emp
  • Global Payroll
    For your own entities
    Quote
Watch for
  • · Annual billing for discount
  • · Some country-specific deposits required

Key features

  • +EOR in 80+ countries
  • +Owned local entities
  • +Flat-rate pricing (no add-ons)
  • +IP/data protection commitments
  • +Free contractor management
  • +Benefits administration
  • +Visa and immigration support
  • +120+ integrations
120+ integrations
Workday HCMBambooHRGreenhouseNetSuiteQuickBooksSlack
Geography
Global; 80+ country coverage; strongest in US, EU, UK, AU
#3

Rippling EOR

Default for SMBs already on Rippling HRIS, unified employee lifecycle.

Founded 2016 · San Francisco, CA · private · 50–2,000 employees
G2 4.6 (880)
Capterra 4.7
Custom quote
○ Sales call required
Visit Rippling EOR

Rippling EOR is the EOR module bundled with Rippling HRIS (covered separately in our Top 10 HRIS ranking) and Rippling Payroll (in our Top 10 Payroll Software ranking). The product's primary advantage: unified employee lifecycle (HRIS + identity + payroll + EOR + IT in one platform), making it the default for Rippling-committed SMBs (50-2,000 employees). Trade-offs: country coverage smaller than Deel/Remote (~50 countries), outside the Rippling ecosystem the product is significantly less compelling, and the 2025 Deel lawsuit created bilateral brand impact.

Best for

SMBs (50-2,000 employees) already on Rippling HRIS wanting unified employee + EOR + payroll + IT lifecycle in one platform.

Worst for

Non-Rippling organizations (Deel/Remote better), enterprises (Velocity Global / G-P better), or buyers needing Tier-2/Tier-3 country coverage (Deel better).

Strengths

  • Unified employee lifecycle with Rippling HRIS
  • Default for Rippling-committed SMBs
  • Native HRIS, payroll, IT integration
  • Modern UX
  • Works for 50-2,000 employee Rippling shops
  • Series F backed; product velocity strong

Weaknesses

  • Country coverage smaller (~50)
  • Outside Rippling ecosystem less compelling
  • 2025 Deel lawsuit brand impact
  • Standalone use case rare
  • Support depends on tier

Pricing tiers

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  • Rippling EOR
    ~$500-$650/employee/month typical
    Quote
  • Bundled with Rippling HRIS + Payroll
    Custom; unified billing
    Quote
Watch for
  • · Bundled with Rippling HRIS subscription
  • · Per-product pricing within Rippling

Key features

  • +EOR in ~50 countries
  • +Native Rippling HRIS integration
  • +Unified employee lifecycle
  • +Native Rippling payroll integration
  • +Native Rippling IT (device + access)
  • +Mobile apps
600+ integrations
Rippling HRISRippling PayrollRippling ITSalesforceMicrosoft 365Slack
Geography
Global; ~50 country coverage; strongest in US/EU/UK/AU
#5

Velocity Global

Enterprise EOR + global payroll + immigration for 1,000+ employee enterprises.

Founded 2014 · Denver, CO · private · 500–100,000 employees
G2 4.5 (880)
Capterra 4.5
Custom quote
○ Sales call required
Visit Velocity Global

Velocity Global is the enterprise EOR + global payroll + immigration platform, founded 2014. The product covers 185+ countries and serves 4,000+ enterprise customers. Strengths: deep enterprise feature set (immigration, contractor + EOR + payroll bundled), global payroll for owned entities, and proven enterprise scale. Best fit for 1,000+ employee enterprises wanting consolidated global workforce platform. Trade-offs: pricing meaningful (call-for-quote with reported costs $700-$1,200/employee/month), UX dated vs Deel/Remote, and product velocity slower than challengers.

Best for

Large enterprises (1,000-50,000 employees) wanting consolidated EOR + global payroll + immigration with proven enterprise scale.

Worst for

SMBs (Deel/Remote/Rippling EOR cheaper), buyers prioritizing modern UX (Deel/Remote better), or mid-market with tight budgets.

Strengths

  • Enterprise EOR + global payroll + immigration bundled
  • 185+ country coverage
  • 4,000+ enterprise customers
  • Deep enterprise compliance
  • Mature integration ecosystem (200+)
  • Made for 1,000+ employee enterprises

Weaknesses

  • Pricing meaningful ($700-$1,200/employee/month)
  • UX dated vs Deel/Remote
  • Product velocity slower than challengers
  • Support inconsistency reported
  • Innovation pace below modern EORs

Pricing tiers

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  • Global EOR
    ~$700-$900/employee/month typical
    Quote
  • Global EOR + Payroll
    $900-$1,200/employee/month
    Quote
  • Enterprise Custom
    Custom; volume discounts at scale
    Quote
Watch for
  • · Implementation fees ($25K-$200K)
  • · Annual price increases of 6-10%
  • · Country-specific deposits

Key features

  • +EOR in 185+ countries
  • +Global payroll for owned entities
  • +Immigration support
  • +Contractor management
  • +Enterprise compliance
  • +200+ integrations
  • +Mobile apps
200+ integrations
Workday HCMSAP SuccessFactorsOracle HCMNetSuiteGreenhouse
Geography
Global; 185+ country coverage
#6

Globalization Partners (G-P)

EOR category creator with deepest enterprise compliance.

Founded 2012 · Boston, MA · private · 500–100,000+ employees
G2 4.5 (1,280)
Capterra 4.6
Custom quote
○ Sales call required
Visit Globalization Partners (G-P)

Globalization Partners (G-P) is the EOR category creator, founded 2012 by Nicole Sahin. The product covers 187+ countries with owned local entities, the most mature in the category. Strengths: deepest enterprise compliance depth, highest country coverage with owned entities, and 13-year track record. Best fit for risk-averse enterprises (1,000+ employees) wanting maximum compliance assurance. Trade-offs: pricing among the highest in category ($700-$1,500/employee/month), UX dated vs modern EORs, and product velocity slower than Deel/Remote.

Best for

Risk-averse enterprises (1,000-100,000 employees) prioritizing maximum compliance assurance, owned-entity coverage, and 13-year track record.

Worst for

SMBs and mid-market (Deel/Remote/Rippling EOR cheaper and faster), buyers prioritizing modern UX, or budget-conscious enterprises.

Strengths

  • EOR category creator (2012)
  • 187+ countries with owned local entities
  • Deepest enterprise compliance depth
  • 13-year track record
  • Right call for risk-averse enterprises
  • Mature G-P Meridian platform

Weaknesses

  • Pricing among the highest ($700-$1,500/employee/month)
  • UX dated vs modern EORs
  • Product velocity slower than Deel/Remote
  • Support response times vary
  • Innovation pace below challengers

Pricing tiers

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  • EOR Standard
    ~$700-$1,000/employee/month typical
    Quote
  • EOR Premium
    $1,000-$1,500/employee/month
    Quote
  • Enterprise Custom
    Custom; volume discounts at scale
    Quote
Watch for
  • · Implementation fees ($25K-$300K)
  • · Annual price increases of 6-10%
  • · Country-specific deposits

Key features

  • +EOR in 187+ countries with owned entities
  • +G-P Meridian platform
  • +Enterprise compliance depth
  • +Visa and immigration support
  • +Mature integration ecosystem (150+)
  • +Mobile apps
150+ integrations
Workday HCMSAP SuccessFactorsOracle HCMNetSuiteGreenhouse
Geography
Global; 187+ country coverage
#7

Multiplier

Aggressive mid-market pricing at $400/employee/month.

Founded 2020 · Singapore · private · 50–500 employees
G2 4.6 (380)
Capterra 4.6
From $400 /mo
● Transparent pricing
Visit Multiplier

Multiplier is the mid-market value EOR, founded 2020 in Singapore. Acquired by Tipalti in 2024. The product covers 150+ countries with mix of owned and partner entities. Strengths: aggressive mid-market pricing ($400/employee/month, meaningfully cheaper than Deel/Remote), fast onboarding, and strong APAC presence. Best fit for 50-500 employee mid-market companies wanting affordable EOR. Trade-offs: post-Tipalti acquisition direction unclear, partner-network reliance for some countries (vs Deel/Remote owned), and Support is hit-or-miss.

Best for

Mid-market companies (50-500 employees) wanting affordable EOR at $400/employee/month, especially APAC-focused buyers.

Worst for

Enterprises (Velocity Global / G-P better), risk-averse buyers needing owned-entity coverage in all countries, or buyers wanting Deel-class product velocity.

Strengths

  • Aggressive mid-market pricing ($400/employee/month)
  • Fast onboarding (under 48 hours)
  • Strong APAC presence (Singapore-built)
  • 150+ country coverage
  • Mid-market sweet spot

Weaknesses

  • Post-Tipalti acquisition direction unclear
  • Partner-network reliance for some countries
  • Uneven support quality
  • Product velocity uncertain post-acquisition
  • Enterprise compliance less mature

Pricing tiers

public
  • EOR
    Per employee; standard EOR
    $400 /mo
  • Contractor
    Per contractor; not EOR
    $40 /mo
  • Enterprise
    Volume discounts at scale
    Quote
Watch for
  • · Annual billing for discount
  • · Some country-specific deposits

Key features

  • +EOR in 150+ countries
  • +Fast onboarding
  • +Mixed owned + partner entities
  • +Benefits administration
  • +Visa support
  • +Mobile apps
  • +60+ integrations
60+ integrations
BambooHRWorkday HCMGreenhouseNetSuiteSlack
Geography
Global; 150+ country coverage; strongest in APAC, US, EU
#8

Papaya Global

Global payroll + workforce management + EOR consolidation.

Founded 2016 · New York, NY (HQ); Tel Aviv, Israel (engineering) · private · 500–10,000 employees
G2 4.5 (580)
Capterra 4.5
Custom quote
○ Sales call required
Visit Papaya Global

Papaya Global combines global payroll, workforce management, and EOR into one platform. Founded 2016, last valued $3.7B (2022). The product covers 160+ countries. Strengths: bundled global payroll + EOR + workforce management, strong fit for enterprises consolidating payroll and EOR, and proven international payroll execution. Trade-offs: pricing meaningful at scale, UX has been described as complex, and product velocity has slowed in 2024-2025.

Best for

Enterprises (500-10,000 employees) wanting consolidated global payroll + EOR + workforce management instead of stitching tools.

Worst for

SMBs (Deel/Remote/Rippling EOR cheaper), buyers prioritizing modern UX (Deel/Remote better), or price-sensitive mid-market.

Strengths

  • Global payroll + EOR + workforce management bundled
  • Fits payroll-EOR consolidation
  • 160+ country coverage
  • Proven international payroll execution
  • Series D backed

Weaknesses

  • Pricing meaningful at scale
  • UX complex per user reports
  • Product velocity slowed 2024-2025
  • Support inconsistency reported
  • Per-module pricing creates surprise costs

Pricing tiers

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  • EOR
    ~$650-$900/employee/month typical
    Quote
  • Global Payroll
    Per employee for owned entities
    Quote
  • Bundled Suite
    Custom; volume discounts
    Quote
Watch for
  • · Per-module pricing
  • · Implementation fees
  • · Annual price increases

Key features

  • +EOR in 160+ countries
  • +Global payroll
  • +Workforce management
  • +Benefits administration
  • +Visa support
  • +Mobile apps
  • +120+ integrations
120+ integrations
Workday HCMSAP SuccessFactorsNetSuiteBambooHRGreenhouse
Geography
Global; 160+ country coverage
#4

Oyster HR

B-Corp certified EOR for ESG and purpose-driven companies.

Founded 2020 · Charlotte, NC · private · 10–500 employees
G2 4.5 (580)
Capterra 4.4
From $29 /mo
● Transparent pricing
Visit Oyster HR

Oyster HR is the B-Corp certified EOR, founded 2020. The product covers 180+ countries with a mix of owned entities and partner network. Strengths: B-Corp certification (the only major EOR with this), strong ESG/sustainability messaging, transparent pricing ($499-$699/employee/month). Best fit for purpose-driven companies and B-Corps wanting EOR aligned with their values. Trade-offs: layoffs in 2023 created customer concern, product velocity has slowed since 2024, and partner-network reliance for some countries (vs Deel/Remote owned entities).

Best for

B-Corp certified companies, ESG-focused organizations, and purpose-driven SMBs (10-500 employees) wanting EOR aligned with sustainability values.

Worst for

Buyers prioritizing fastest product velocity (Deel better), enterprises (Velocity Global / G-P better), or mid-market wanting lower TCO (Multiplier cheaper).

Strengths

  • B-Corp certified (only major EOR)
  • Strong ESG/sustainability positioning
  • 180+ country coverage
  • Transparent pricing ($499-$699/employee/month)
  • Built for purpose-driven companies

Weaknesses

  • Layoffs in 2023 created customer concern
  • Product velocity slowed since 2024
  • Partner-network reliance for some countries
  • Customer support quality declined post-layoffs
  • Innovation pace below Deel/Remote

Pricing tiers

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  • Contractor
    Per contractor; not EOR
    $29 /mo
  • EOR Employee
    Per employee; standard EOR
    $499 /mo
  • Custom Plan
    Volume discounts at scale
    Quote
Watch for
  • · Annual billing for discount
  • · Some country-specific add-on fees

Key features

  • +EOR in 180+ countries
  • +B-Corp certified
  • +Mixed owned + partner entity model
  • +Benefits administration
  • +Visa support
  • +Mobile apps
  • +60+ integrations
60+ integrations
BambooHRWorkday HCMNetSuiteQuickBooksSlackPersonio
Geography
Global; 180+ country coverage
#9

Skuad

Singapore-built EOR with strong APAC country coverage.

Founded 2019 · Singapore · private · 50–500 employees
G2 4.6 (280)
Capterra 4.5
From $199 /mo
● Transparent pricing
Visit Skuad

Skuad is the Singapore-built EOR platform, founded 2019. The product covers 160+ countries with strong APAC presence. Strengths: strong APAC country coverage, affordable mid-market pricing ($199-$399/employee/month), and modern UX. Best fit for APAC-anchored buyers and mid-market companies wanting affordable EOR. Trade-offs: country coverage in Tier-2 markets variable (some countries via partner network), Support response times vary, and brand recognition lower outside APAC.

Best for

APAC-anchored mid-market companies (50-500 employees) wanting affordable EOR with strong APAC country coverage.

Worst for

Enterprise buyers (Velocity Global / G-P better), buyers needing Tier-1 owned-entity coverage globally (Deel/Remote better), or US-only-anchored hiring.

Strengths

  • Strong APAC country coverage
  • Affordable mid-market pricing ($199-$399/employee/month)
  • Modern UX
  • Singapore-built; strong fit for APAC buyers
  • Series A backed

Weaknesses

  • Country coverage in Tier-2 markets variable
  • Some countries via partner network
  • Support is hit-or-miss
  • Brand recognition lower outside APAC
  • Smaller integration ecosystem (~60)

Pricing tiers

public
  • EOR Standard
    Per employee; basic EOR
    $199 /mo
  • EOR Pro
    Per employee; advanced features
    $399 /mo
  • Enterprise
    Custom; volume discounts
    Quote
Watch for
  • · Annual billing for discount
  • · Some country-specific deposits

Key features

  • +EOR in 160+ countries
  • +Strong APAC coverage
  • +Modern UX
  • +Benefits administration
  • +Visa support
  • +Mobile apps
  • +60+ integrations
60+ integrations
BambooHRWorkday HCMGreenhouseNetSuiteSlack
Geography
Global; 160+ country coverage; strongest in APAC
#10

Lano

European-built EOR with GDPR-native compliance.

Founded 2018 · Berlin, Germany · private · 50–500 employees
G2 4.5 (240)
Capterra 4.6
From $449 /mo
● Transparent pricing
Visit Lano

Lano is the European-built EOR, founded 2018 in Berlin. The product covers 170+ countries with mix of owned and partner entities. Strengths: GDPR-native compliance, strong EU country coverage, and German engineering. Best fit for European mid-market companies (50-500 employees). Trade-offs: country coverage in Asia and Latin America via partner network, brand recognition lower in North America, and product velocity slower than Deel.

Best for

European mid-market companies (50-500 employees) wanting GDPR-native EOR with strong EU country coverage.

Worst for

US-only buyers (Deel/Remote/Rippling better), enterprises (Velocity Global / G-P better), or buyers needing owned-entity coverage globally.

Strengths

  • GDPR-native compliance
  • Strong EU country coverage
  • 170+ country coverage
  • European-built (Germany)
  • Founder-led
  • Mid-market sweet spot

Weaknesses

  • Asia/Latin America coverage via partner network
  • Brand recognition lower in North America
  • Product velocity slower than Deel
  • Uneven support quality
  • Smaller integration ecosystem (~70)

Pricing tiers

public
  • EOR
    Per employee; standard EOR
    $449 /mo
  • Global Payroll
    For your own entities
    Quote
  • Enterprise
    Volume discounts
    Quote
Watch for
  • · Annual billing for discount
  • · Some country-specific deposits

Key features

  • +EOR in 170+ countries
  • +GDPR-native compliance
  • +Mixed owned + partner entities
  • +Global payroll
  • +Benefits administration
  • +Mobile apps
  • +70+ integrations
70+ integrations
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Geography
Global; 170+ country coverage; strongest in EU, UK

Frequently asked questions

The questions buyers actually ask before they sign.

Should I use EOR for US hiring or set up my own US entity?
For 1-20 US hires from a non-US parent, EOR is the right starting point, speed-to-hire (1-2 weeks), no entity setup, no US tax compliance burden. For 20+ US hires, the math typically flips: setting up a Delaware C-corp + foreign qualifications in employee states ($5,000-$15,000 setup, ~$2,000-$5,000/year ongoing) becomes cheaper than 20 × $599-$699/employee/month EOR fees ($143,760-$167,760/year). The transition typically happens at 15-30 US employees. Talk to your US tax/legal counsel about the optimal transition point for your situation.
Deel vs Remote for hiring into US?
Deel for broader product features, integrated suite (Deel HR, Deel Payroll, Deel Engage, Deel IT), and broader country coverage if you also hire in non-US countries. Remote for flat pricing transparency ($699/employee/month, no upsell tiers), strong IP/data protection commitments, and simpler engagement structure. Both own US entities. For US-only EOR, Multiplier (~$400/employee/month) is meaningfully cheaper than either, with thinner US benefits. Most non-US companies hiring 1-20 US employees in 2026 default to Deel; Remote is the credible alternative for buyers who want flat pricing.
What about misclassification risk for US EOR engagements?
US EOR engagements have non-trivial misclassification risk, if your company is the de facto employer (controls work, equipment, schedule, performance), the EOR arrangement may be challenged by IRS, state DOLs (CA, NJ, NY, MA aggressive), or the worker. Key mitigations: (1) ensure the EOR is the actual W-2 employer with control over basic employment terms, (2) avoid extending US EOR engagements past 12-18 months without entity transition, (3) maintain clear documentation of the EOR's employer role, (4) avoid characterizing US EOR employees as "your employees" in legal documents. Consult US employment counsel for engagements expected to exceed 12 months or 5 employees.
Deel vs Remote, which one?
Deel if your bottleneck is country coverage (150+ vs Remote 80) or you want the fastest product velocity and integrated suite. Remote if your bottleneck is pricing transparency (flat $699/employee/month, no add-ons) or IP/data protection. For Tier-1 country hiring (US, UK, EU, AU, Canada), both work; Remote's flat pricing typically wins on TCO. For Tier-2/Tier-3 country hiring, Deel typically wins on coverage.
Why use an EOR instead of opening a local entity?
Open a local entity when (1) you're hiring 5+ employees in one country, (2) you have long-term commitment, and (3) the entity setup cost is below 18 months of EOR fees. Use EOR for (1) testing a market before committing, (2) hiring 1-4 employees in a country, (3) speed (EOR onboards in days vs entity setup in 3-9 months), and (4) compliance offload to the EOR.
How much should I budget for EOR?
SMB / first-hire: $400-$700/employee/month (Multiplier $400, Skuad $199-$399, Oyster $499, Lano $449, Deel $599, Remote $699). Mid-market (5-50 EOR employees): same per-employee rates with volume discounts at scale. Enterprise (50+ EOR employees): $700-$1,500/employee/month (Velocity Global, G-P) with custom contracts. Plus country-specific deposits ($1K-$10K) for some countries.
How long does EOR onboarding take?
Multiplier, Skuad, Lano: 24-72 hours for standard countries. Deel, Remote, Oyster: 3-7 days for standard countries. Velocity Global, G-P: 5-14 days (more compliance verification). Tier-2/Tier-3 countries can take 2-4 weeks regardless of vendor. Plan to have offers ready 30-60 days before target start date.
What about the Rippling vs Deel lawsuit?
In 2025 Rippling sued Deel alleging Deel paid a Rippling employee for trade secrets. Deel denied the allegations. The lawsuit is ongoing. Practical impact for buyers: (1) Both companies remain credible EOR vendors. (2) Some buyers express discomfort with both vendors temporarily. (3) Trial outcomes (when reached) may impact procurement preferences. (4) For now, evaluate each EOR on product merit and verify any contract clauses regarding data sharing.
Should the EOR own the local entity or use partners?
Owned entity (Deel, Remote, G-P, Velocity Global in most countries) means the EOR has direct legal control, better compliance assurance, lower risk of mid-engagement disruption. Partner network (Oyster, Multiplier, Skuad, Lano in some countries) means the EOR contracts with a local partner, can be cheaper and faster but adds layers and risk. For risk-averse enterprises in Tier-1 countries, owned-entity is preferable.
How does this overlap with HRIS and payroll?
Modern EORs increasingly bundle HRIS, payroll, and benefits, Deel HR, Rippling EOR (with Rippling HRIS), Papaya Global, G-P Meridian. Standalone EOR + your existing HRIS works well for most buyers. Bundled HRIS+EOR works best when you don't already have HRIS. See our Top 10 HRIS / Core HR Software and Top 10 Payroll Software rankings.
Can my EOR employee become an entity employee later?
Yes, this is a standard transition. Most EORs charge a "conversion fee" or hold rights to the customer relationship for 6-24 months. Deel and Remote both have transparent conversion pathways. Negotiate the conversion clause at signing, some EORs make the path slow or expensive to retain customers.

Final word

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Last updated 2026-05-08. Local pricing reverified quarterly. Found something inaccurate? Tell us.