“Remote has become a trusted, market-leading partner for us. Their specialist support in local payroll, tax compliance and HR operations has improved our workflows and unlocked further opportunities for international growth and success.”
Global companies grow with Remote
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30% reduction in time to hire using Remote EOR
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12% increase in operational efficiency via Remote Payroll
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2 weeks faster onboarding using Remote Contractor Management
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43% improvement in regulatory compliance with Remote
Which fits your business better, Remote or Papaya?
Seeking a streamlined payroll processor? Papaya could meet that need.
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.
Customer feedback
Join the customers who rely on Remote to transform their business.
“Had we been required to manage and coordinate everything in-house, it would cost us well over $500,000 more each year. Remote relieves that financial pressure and takes on the operational burden, enabling us to concentrate on expanding our business with assurance and improved efficiency.”
Payroll is processed monthly, semi-monthly and hourly across various currencies worldwide, and our Finance Manager has comprehensive visibility within a single platform. With Remote, you can make it happen.
“We engage 460+ Contractors globally. To manage compliance, administration and payroll internally, I would need to hire 5 or 6 full-time staff. Remote has unquestionably saved us both time and money.”
“Remote has become a trusted, market-leading partner for us. Their specialist support in local payroll, tax compliance and HR operations has improved our workflows and unlocked further opportunities for international growth and success.”
“Had we been required to manage and coordinate everything in-house, it would cost us well over $500,000 more each year. Remote relieves that financial pressure and takes on the operational burden, enabling us to concentrate on expanding our business with assurance and improved efficiency.”
Payroll is processed monthly, semi-monthly and hourly across various currencies worldwide, and our Finance Manager has comprehensive visibility within a single platform. With Remote, you can make it happen.
“We engage 460+ Contractors globally. To manage compliance, administration and payroll internally, I would need to hire 5 or 6 full-time staff. Remote has unquestionably saved us both time and money.”
“Remote has become a trusted, market-leading partner for us. Their specialist support in local payroll, tax compliance and HR operations has improved our workflows and unlocked further opportunities for international growth and success.”
“Had we been required to manage and coordinate everything in-house, it would cost us well over $500,000 more each year. Remote relieves that financial pressure and takes on the operational burden, enabling us to concentrate on expanding our business with assurance and improved efficiency.”
Payroll is processed monthly, semi-monthly and hourly across various currencies worldwide, and our Finance Manager has comprehensive visibility within a single platform. With Remote, you can make it happen.
“We engage 460+ Contractors globally. To manage compliance, administration and payroll internally, I would need to hire 5 or 6 full-time staff. Remote has unquestionably saved us both time and money.”
Compliance you can depend on, and service you can trust
World-class support for teams across the globe
Unlike Papaya, we do not engage third-party partners. Remote has managed all operations internally from day one.
Your trusted compliance partner.
Boost your payroll capabilities with Remote. Whether you have a robust payroll department.
Transparent, predictable pricing
Remote’s transparent price guarantee means no mandatory deposits, no third-party pass-through costs, and zero hidden fees.
Key features of Remote and Papaya, compared
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 against other platforms
Remote provides in-platform compliance alerts and dedicated in-country support teams to lower risk and simplify local assistance. Our wholly in-house EOR network delivers improved control and consistency. In contrast, Papaya uses a third-party partner model, which can demand extra coordination from customers.
100% in-house entity management with zero outsourcing
Unlimited EOR indemnification for Remote’s obligations for all Remote customers
'Watchtower' compliance hub to notify you of changes to international laws and regulations
With a feature-packed HRIS and an integrated talent-sourcing platform, Remote supports every stage of the employee lifecycle from hire to retire.For a true global employment partner, choose Remote.
Post jobs using precise location filters and remote work criteria to attract only suitable applicants.
Receive top candidates instantly, matched to your job requirements from our global remote-worker database.
Easily contact candidates, add them into your hiring pipeline, and monitor their progress.
Papaya has an established track record in international payroll, but does not have the local presence and specialist know-how of dedicated, globally distributed experts.With Remote, you receive fast, dependable support backed by deep international market expertise.
Specialist 24/7 support at no extra cost, on any pricing plan
Industry-leading expertise from genuine local experts
A personalised, human onboarding experience
Papaya may perform well in payroll processing, but global employment complexities demand more than a dependable payment service.
Because payroll is their main focus, Papaya’s EOR and contractor-management offerings are comparatively less mature.
At Remote, we understand that a flexible Employer of Record (EOR) and robust Contractor Management are equally vital to international growth as an effective payroll system. We also offer the in-house expertise and resources to support our market-leading global employment solutions.
When you choose Remote, you’re not just paying for another service provider — you’re investing in a partnership.
Papaya vs Remote FAQs
Papaya is a specialist 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 services, while Remote owns legal entities in each operating country, delivering tighter control and compliance.
Remote’s Employer of Record (EOR) service is priced at $699/month per employee, while contractor management costs just $29/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 multi-country payroll provider operating across many countries, it does not own and manage all legal entities, instead outsourcing to third parties. Remote runs a 100% owned entity infrastructure and is rated superior to Papaya as a multi-country payroll provider on G2.
Papaya may suffice for straightforward global payroll needs, but it lacks the dedicated features and specialist support of a comprehensive 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 rather than merely a payroll supplier, choose Remote. Remote provides the specialist expertise and resources for businesses expanding internationally, including a comprehensive HRIS and a fully 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.