“We regard Remote as a trusted, leading partner in this area. Their specialist guidance on local payroll, tax compliance and HR operations has simplified our processes and opened up further opportunities for growth and success internationally.”
Companies trading globally expand with Remote
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30% reduction in hiring time with Remote EOR
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12% rise in operational efficiency using Remote Payroll
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2 weeks quicker onboarding via Remote Contractor Management
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43% better regulatory compliance when using Remote
Which is better for your company: Remote or Papaya?
If you require an efficient payroll service, Papaya could be suitable. For a complete, end-to-end solution that covers your entire global workforce, opt for Remote.
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 message from our customers
Join the customers who rely on Remote to transform their business.
“Had we been expected to manage and coordinate everything internally, it would have cost us well over $500,000 more each year. Remote not only removes that financial strain but also lifts the operational burden from our shoulders, allowing us to concentrate on expanding our business with confidence and efficiency.”
“We process payroll monthly, semi-monthly and hourly in a range of currencies across the world, and our finance manager has complete visibility from a single platform. With Remote, you can make it happen.”
“We collaborate with 460+ Contractors worldwide. Managing compliance, administration and payroll in-house would mean hiring 5 or 6 full-time staff. Remote has unquestionably saved us time and money.”
“We regard Remote as a trusted, leading partner in this area. Their specialist guidance on local payroll, tax compliance and HR operations has simplified our processes and opened up further opportunities for growth and success internationally.”
“Had we been expected to manage and coordinate everything internally, it would have cost us well over $500,000 more each year. Remote not only removes that financial strain but also lifts the operational burden from our shoulders, allowing us to concentrate on expanding our business with confidence and efficiency.”
“We process payroll monthly, semi-monthly and hourly in a range of currencies across the world, and our finance manager has complete visibility from a single platform. With Remote, you can make it happen.”
“We collaborate with 460+ Contractors worldwide. Managing compliance, administration and payroll in-house would mean hiring 5 or 6 full-time staff. Remote has unquestionably saved us time and money.”
“We regard Remote as a trusted, leading partner in this area. Their specialist guidance on local payroll, tax compliance and HR operations has simplified our processes and opened up further opportunities for growth and success internationally.”
“Had we been expected to manage and coordinate everything internally, it would have cost us well over $500,000 more each year. Remote not only removes that financial strain but also lifts the operational burden from our shoulders, allowing us to concentrate on expanding our business with confidence and efficiency.”
“We process payroll monthly, semi-monthly and hourly in a range of currencies across the world, and our finance manager has complete visibility from a single platform. With Remote, you can make it happen.”
“We collaborate with 460+ Contractors worldwide. Managing compliance, administration and payroll in-house would mean hiring 5 or 6 full-time staff. Remote has unquestionably saved us time and money.”
Compliance you can rely on, service you can trust
World-class service for global teams
Unlike Papaya, Remote does not use third-party partners. All of Remote’s operations have been managed in-house since day one.
Your trusted partner in compliance
Enhance your payroll capability with Remote. Whether you already operate a strong payroll team.
Transparent, predictable pricing
Remote’s transparent price guarantee means no mandatory deposits, no third-party pass-through costs, and zero 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 in-country support teams, reducing risk and simplifying local assistance. Our fully in-house EOR network delivers more consistent control and quality. By comparison, Papaya uses a third-party partner approach that 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-rich 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 vacancies with precise location filters and remote-work criteria so only relevant candidates apply.
Receive top candidates matched to your role requirements instantly from our global remote-worker database.
Contact candidates seamlessly, add them to your hiring pipeline and monitor their progress.
Papaya has a strong track record in international payroll, but it lacks the physical presence and specialist expertise of a globally distributed local team. Remote pairs fast, dependable support with deep local-market knowledge.
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 be strong on payroll processing, but global employment brings additional complexities that go beyond being a reliable pay provider.
With payroll at the centre of its offering, Papaya’s EOR and contractor management capabilities are comparatively less mature.
At Remote, we understand a flexible Employer of Record (EOR) and robust Contractor Management are as important to international expansion as an effective payroll system. We have the in-house expertise and resources to back 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 specialises in global payroll software, while Remote is a full global employment solution that includes HR and recruitment tools Papaya does not offer. Papaya depends on third-party partners for payroll, benefits and tax services, whereas Remote owns legal entities in each country of operation to provide stronger control and compliance.
Remote’s Employer of Record (EOR) service is priced at €645/month per employee, while contractor management costs just €27/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 major payroll provider operating in many countries, it does not own and manage all its legal entities — it relies on third-party outsourcing. Remote operates a 100% owned entity infrastructure and is rated higher than Papaya as a multi-country payroll provider on G2 reviews.
Papaya may be suitable if you only need multi-country payroll, but it lacks the focused features and specialist support of a full global employment platform like Remote. Remote’s ownership of legal entities also improves service reliability and consistency across regions.
If you want a dedicated global HR partner rather than only a payroll provider, go with Remote. Remote offers the specialist expertise and resources needed to expand internationally with confidence, including a comprehensive HRIS and an integrated job board to help you source, attract and manage top global talent.
Ready to migrate from Papaya to Remote? You can be live on Remote within 24 hours. To migrate to Remote, contact our onboarding team and we’ll guide you through every step of the process.