Remote versus Papaya Global

Remote: designed for people, not only payroll

If you are worried about limited oversight and concealed charges from third-party outsourcing, then choose Remote for a fully in-house infrastructure that delivers reliable compliance, committed support and no upfront deposits.

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Global companies grow with Remote

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30% less time to hire using Remote EOR

Twelve per cent

12% uplift in operational efficiency via Remote Payroll

Two weeks

Two weeks quicker onboarding with Remote Contractor Management

Forty-three per cent

43% improvement in regulatory compliance with Remote

Which is better suited to your business: Remote or Papaya?

If you want a streamlined payroll processor, Papaya could meet that need. For a comprehensive, end-to-end solution that covers your entire international workforce, Remote is the appropriate choice.

The experts in global HR

The experts in global HR

Remote delivers leading global payroll alongside an comprehensive global HR suite.

“Specialists” in global payroll

“Specialists” in global payroll

Papaya offers a competent payroll product.

100% owned entity infrastructure

100% owned entity infrastructure

Remote manages all entities in-house with no third-party outsourcing.

Third-party partner network

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

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

Limited suite of talent services

Papaya covers only part of the employment lifecycle without any recruitment or onboarding tools.

Feedback from our customers

Join the customers who rely on Remote to transform their organisations.

Compliance you can trust, service you can rely on

First-class service for teams across the world

In contrast to Papaya, we do not engage third-party partners. Remote has operated all functions in-house since inception.

Your trusted compliance partner.

Enhance your payroll capabilities with Remote, whether you already have a sizeable payroll function.

Transparent, predictable pricing

Remote’s transparent price guarantee means no mandatory deposits, no third-party pass-through costs, and zero hidden fees.

A comparison of Remote and Papaya key features

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, which helps lower risk and simplify country-level assistance. Our wholly in-house EOR network offers improved control and consistency. In comparison, Papaya uses a third-party partner model, which can demand additional coordination from customers.

  • 100% in-house entity management with no outsourcing

  • Unlimited EOR indemnification covering Remote’s obligations for all Remote customers

  • The 'Watchtower' compliance hub that alerts you to changes in international laws and regulations

Papaya vs Remote FAQs

Papaya is a specialist in global payroll software; Remote, by contrast, is a full global employment solution that provides HR and recruitment tools Papaya lacks. Papaya depends on third-party partners for payroll, benefits and tax administration, while Remote owns legal entities in each operating country, giving greater control and compliance.