“We regard Remote as a prominent, dependable partner in this sector. Their expert support for local payroll, tax compliance and HR operations has simplified how we operate and has unlocked additional opportunities to grow and succeed internationally.”
Global companies grow with Remote
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30% faster time to hire with Remote EOR
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12% improvement in operational efficiency with Remote Payroll
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Onboarding is 2 weeks faster with Remote Contractor Management
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43% boost in regulatory compliance with Remote
Which better suits your business — Remote or Papaya?
Searching for an efficient payroll processor? Papaya could meet that need. However, for a complete end-to-end solution that covers your entire global workforce, Remote is the superior choice.
The experts in global HR
Remote delivers leading global payroll alongside an comprehensive global HR suite.
“Specialists” in global payroll
Papaya offers a competent payroll product.
100% owned entity infrastructure
Remote manages all entities in-house with no third-party outsourcing.
Third-party partner network
With Papaya, you’re paying for a network of third-party partners, with no direct line to the team employing your people.
Built-in tools for global hiring
Recruit simplifies global hiring with powerful sourcing tools and clear guidance to help you find top talent.
Limited suite of talent services
Papaya covers only part of the employment lifecycle without any recruitment or onboarding tools.
A word from our customers
Join the customers who rely on Remote to transform their business.
Reliable compliance and service you can depend on
World-class service for global teams
Whereas Papaya uses external partners, we avoid third-party arrangements. Remote has operated all functions in-house since day one.
Your trusted compliance partner.
Enhance your payroll capabilities with Remote, whether your payroll department is already well established.
Transparent, predictable pricing
Remote’s transparent price guarantee eliminates required deposits, third-party pass-through charges, and any hidden fees.
Key features compared: Remote and Papaya
100% ownership and operation of all entities
At Remote, we don’t work with any third-parties to outsource services or manage entities — ensuring one consistent, global experience.
No upfront deposits by default
Remote only requests reserves when absolutely necessary, so you can maximizeyour cash flow.
Unlimited indemnity coverage
With Remote’s third-party indemnity coverage, you’re fully protected when using our services.
Dedicated CSM for every customer
Every one of Remote’s EOR customers gets access to their own dedicated support.
Dedicated mobile app
Remote users describe the in-built employee mobile app as “a great plus”, allowing seamless expense management, time-off tracking, and more.
Equity tools to issue grants to your team
Remote is the only global HR platform which allows companies to issue equity to their team members.
Complete HRIS solution
Remote’s HRIS handles all PTO, time and attendance, employee admin, and expense management, which Papaya doesn’t.
Built-in tools for simplified global hiring
Remote Recruit's powerful sourcing tools and real-time talent insights to help you find top talent quickly.
Compare with other platforms
Remote provides in-platform compliance alerts and dedicated local support teams to lower risk and simplify country-specific assistance.
100% in-house entity management with no outsourcing
Unlimited EOR indemnification covering Remote’s obligations for all customers
'Watchtower' compliance hub that alerts you to changes in international laws and regulations
Remote provides a feature-rich HRIS and an integrated talent sourcing platform that supports every stage of the employee lifecycle, from hire to retire. For a genuine global employment partner, select Remote.
Post roles with exact location filters and remote-work criteria so only suitable candidates apply.
Receive top candidates matched to your requirements instantly from our global database of remote workers.
Easily contact candidates, add them to your hiring pipeline, and monitor their progress.
Papaya has a strong track record in international payroll, yet lacks the physical presence and specialist knowledge of a globally distributed expert team. With Remote, you receive prompt, dependable support combined with deep international market expertise.
Specialist 24/7 support at no extra cost on any pricing plan
Industry-leading expertise from authentic local experts
A personalised, human onboarding experience
Papaya may perform well for payroll processing, but global employment complexities demand more than a dependable payments vendor.
Because payroll is Papaya’s central focus, its EOR and contractor management solutions are comparatively less mature.
At Remote, we recognise that a flexible Employer of Record (EOR) and robust Contractor Management Are equally vital for international expansion as an effective payroll system. We also have the in-house expertise and resources to support our industry-leading global employment solutions.
When you choose Remote, you are not merely hiring another service provider — you are investing in a partnership.
Papaya vs Remote FAQs
Papaya specialises in global payroll software, whereas Remote provides a full global employment solution with HR and recruitment tools Papaya lacks. Papaya depends on third-party partners for payroll, benefits and tax administration, while Remote owns legal entities in every country it operates in, giving greater control and compliance.
Remote’s Employer of Record (EOR) service is priced at C$945/month per employee, while contractor management costs just C$39/month. Papaya’s prices are comparable, but you’re likely to pay additional third-party costs and transaction fees. Remote’s fair price guarantee ensures maximum cost-efficiency and transparency.
Although Papaya Global is a prominent payroll provider across many countries, it does not own and manage all legal entities and instead relies on third-party outsourcing. Remote runs a 100% owned entity infrastructure and is rated superior to Papaya as a multi-country payroll provider on G2.
Papaya can be suitable if you need a competent global payroll solution, but it lacks the dedicated features and specialist support found in a full global employment platform such as Remote. Remote’s ownership of legal entities further improves service reliability and consistency across regions.
If you want a dedicated global HR partner instead of only a payroll provider, choose Remote. Remote offers the expertise and resources businesses need to expand globally with confidence, including a comprehensive HRIS and an integrated job board to source, attract and manage top global talent.
Ready to migrate from Papaya to Remote? You can be up and running on Remote in just 24 hours. To migrate to Remote, contact our onboarding team and we’ll guide you through every step of the process.








