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Remote vs Rippling

Remote: the global-first Rippling alternative

If you require specialised global know‑how and broader country coverage both inside and outside the US, then choose Remote for an international employment platform that offers dedicated human support, compliance, expertise and transparent pricing without hidden add-on costs.

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12% rise in operational efficiency using Remote Payroll

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43% improvement in regulatory compliance with Remote

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

Semrush

“We see Remote as a leading and trusted partner in this space. The expert support they provide in local payroll, tax compliance, and HR operations has streamlined our processes and created more opportunities for growth and success on a global scale.”

Maria Shkaruppa
Maria ShkaruppaSenior Global Mobility and Remote Hiring Manager
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Fountain

“If we had to manage and coordinate everything in-house, it would cost us well over $500,000 more each year. Remote not only eliminates that financial strain but also takes the operational burden off our plate, allowing us to focus on growing our business with confidence and efficiency.”

Luke McKinlay
Luke McKinlayVP of Finance
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Reverse Tech

“We operate monthly, semi-monthly and hourly payroll across multiple currencies worldwide, and our Finance Manager now has full visibility in a single platform. With Remote, that can be achieved.”

Marisol Jiménez
Marisol JiménezHead of People
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HomeProject

“We work with 460+ Contractors globally. I’d need to employ 5 or 6 people full time to keep on top of compliance, administration and payroll. Remote has definitely been a time and money saver for us.”

Erik Sveen
Erik SveenFounder and CEO of HomeProject
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Semrush

“We see Remote as a leading and trusted partner in this space. The expert support they provide in local payroll, tax compliance, and HR operations has streamlined our processes and created more opportunities for growth and success on a global scale.”

Maria Shkaruppa
Maria ShkaruppaSenior Global Mobility and Remote Hiring Manager
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Fountain

“If we had to manage and coordinate everything in-house, it would cost us well over $500,000 more each year. Remote not only eliminates that financial strain but also takes the operational burden off our plate, allowing us to focus on growing our business with confidence and efficiency.”

Luke McKinlay
Luke McKinlayVP of Finance
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Reverse Tech

“We operate monthly, semi-monthly and hourly payroll across multiple currencies worldwide, and our Finance Manager now has full visibility in a single platform. With Remote, that can be achieved.”

Marisol Jiménez
Marisol JiménezHead of People
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HomeProject

“We work with 460+ Contractors globally. I’d need to employ 5 or 6 people full time to keep on top of compliance, administration and payroll. Remote has definitely been a time and money saver for us.”

Erik Sveen
Erik SveenFounder and CEO of HomeProject
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Semrush

“We see Remote as a leading and trusted partner in this space. The expert support they provide in local payroll, tax compliance, and HR operations has streamlined our processes and created more opportunities for growth and success on a global scale.”

Maria Shkaruppa
Maria ShkaruppaSenior Global Mobility and Remote Hiring Manager
Read customer story
Fountain

“If we had to manage and coordinate everything in-house, it would cost us well over $500,000 more each year. Remote not only eliminates that financial strain but also takes the operational burden off our plate, allowing us to focus on growing our business with confidence and efficiency.”

Luke McKinlay
Luke McKinlayVP of Finance
Read customer story
Reverse Tech

“We operate monthly, semi-monthly and hourly payroll across multiple currencies worldwide, and our Finance Manager now has full visibility in a single platform. With Remote, that can be achieved.”

Marisol Jiménez
Marisol JiménezHead of People
Read customer story
HomeProject

“We work with 460+ Contractors globally. I’d need to employ 5 or 6 people full time to keep on top of compliance, administration and payroll. Remote has definitely been a time and money saver for us.”

Erik Sveen
Erik SveenFounder and CEO of HomeProject
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What sets Remote apart?

Local HR expertise across 100+ countries

Rippling introduced an EOR to its wide HR offering in 2023, whereas Remote has supplied specialised global employment solutions for five years.

97% customer satisfaction

Remote has hundreds of in-house employment, tax and legal specialists worldwide, providing specialist support with detailed local market expertise.

In-house operations you can rely on

Remote’s dedicated legal teams constantly monitor changes in international law and regulation so customers can be confident they are hiring compliantly anywhere in the world.

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Discover the #1 global HR platform

Tens of thousands of businesses depend on Remote’s global footprint and exceptional in-house expertise to employ, contract and pay people wherever they are. Although Rippling provides broad functionality, as a multi-purpose tool it cannot address the specific complexities of international HR in the way Remote does.

  • Hire employees in at least 70 more countries than Rippling.

  • Bring all employee data together in a single global HR platform.

  • Access a library of expert global hiring guides, resources and reports.

Hire internationally with Remote

We created Remote because other providers commonly outsourced services, leaving compliance as an afterthought. Our distinct compliance approach means we don’t depend on third parties — we run everything in-house from the start, which ensures maximum compliance and minimal risk.

  • Ensure full compliance with local laws when hiring overseas.

  • Safeguard personal data such as salary figures, addresses, and bank details.

  • Maintain rigorous security through accredited policies and procedures.

Discover Remote’s compliance credentials

We have real people ‘on the ground’ in every country we operate in — so you receive prompt human support with local market insight you won’t find in a one-size-fits-all offering. Don’t accept generalised help — receive dedicated specialist guidance at every stage.

  • Access 24/7 support at no extra cost, regardless of which pricing plan you choose.

  • Connect with real people rather than a faceless web portal.

  • Receive personal, human onboarding from a customer implementation expert.

Connect with Remote's support team

Only Remote provides fair pricing and a satisfaction guarantee — we don’t charge for inactive users, integrations, or expenses, and we offer a full refund on all EOR management fees in the first 90 days if you’re not satisfied. In comparison, the Rippling pricing model is shrouded in mystery, with no guarantee of a predictable, transparent invoice.

  • Simplify global employment with fully transparent pricing.

  • Hire an employee in any country we support for just €645 per month.

  • Pay contractors through Remote for just €27 per month.

Remote is regarded as the leading global employment platform on G2 reviews — comfortably scoring higher than every competitor in the niche for customer satisfaction, including Rippling.

Although Rippling acts as an ‘allrounder’ in HR software, Remote’s localised expertise and level of strategic support are unrivalled.

Remote provides a comprehensive software platform purpose-built for multi-country teams. You also gain access to the knowledge and guidance of Remote’s team of international employment experts.

Global HR is a small part of Rippling’s many services, whereas every element of Remote’s HR platform is designed to reduce the complexity of hiring, paying and managing across borders.

Rippling offers a broad feature set in its all-in-one HR solution, yet global HR is a recent addition layered onto Rippling’s existing product.

Remote has long been focused on supporting international expansion, offering features specifically tailored for remote and hybrid team management.

When navigating the complexities of global recruitment — including local employment laws, tax rules and legal compliance — you need a dedicated expert partner.

  • Remote’s dedicated onboarding specialists will have you up and running within minutes.

  • Our local market expertise is embedded in the product to offer strategic guidance on where and how to hire best

  • We handle compliance obligations for you, helping to minimise risk as you expand globally with confidence

  • Remote prioritises security throughout the employment lifecycle, with robust IP and data protection measures

Although many Rippling reviews commend its ease of use, a notable portion criticise the platform’s customer support — citing limited availability and a tendency to prioritise upselling above problem-solving.

Remote, on the other hand, is more than a software solution: our customers love the specialised, expert support we offer at no extra cost, with every business assigned their own dedicated contact and support available 24/7 via chat or email.

What does this mean for you and your team?

  • You always have a real person’s email to contact for prompt, human support.

  • You retain a single point of contact throughout your time with Remote (our customer support team has a 95% retention rate).

  • You, your team and former employees can count on rapid, effective problem resolution.

  • You pay absolutely nothing extra for this level of personalised support.

How does this compare with Rippling?

  • Support is for admins only and unavailable directly to employees.

  • Access to support is only available when you’ve wired funds to Rippling.

  • There’s no access to support for terminated employees.

  • Implementation may end up costing you an additional $10,000.

Rippling’s service doesn’t even include support and advice as standard — meaning you’ll pay additional costs for legal counsel, HR advice, and more — while with Remote, first-rate support doesn’t depend on how much you pay.

Rippling vs Remote FAQs

Pricing comparisons with Rippling are difficult because the platform doesn’t publish its costs up-front, meaning there’s little transparency over what you’ll pay. With Remote, each EOR employee costs €645/month (with no additional or hidden fees) while contractors can be onboarded and paid for just €27/month. All Remote’s prices are transparent and there are no hidden surprises.

Remote’s Employer of Record (EOR) service currently covers more than 100 countries worldwide, giving wide access to global talent. Because Remote owns 100% of the entities it uses, customers have full oversight and control and no exposure to extra admin fees.

Although Rippling’s platform covers many HR areas, it is not a dedicated global employment solution like Remote. Remote’s purpose-built EOR, contractor management services and payroll solutions are tailored to global employers, making Remote a more specialised, cost-effective choice for companies looking to scale internationally.

Moving from Rippling to Remote is straightforward, and our team can have you set up on the Remote platform within 24 hours. Simplyget in touchand you can leave Rippling behind and begin onboarding your employees with Remote straight away.

Ready to switch to Remote today?

Our team can help you migrate from Rippling within 24 hours.

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Remote is the preferred choice for global compliance

International expansion is complicated, so you need a global employment platform to support growth. Where Rippling provides an all-in-one HR tool, Remote has been engineered to employ and pay teams worldwide. You receive a product that simplifies country-specific compliance plus the backing of a support team of global employment experts.

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Wide country coverage

Wide country coverage

Hire employees in 90+ countries, over 60 more than Rippling.

Better for US domestic HR

Better for US domestic HR

If you only have team members in the US, Rippling is a strong choice.

Dedicated global expertise

Dedicated global expertise

Specialist global HR advisors to partner with and support your unique needs.

Self-serve support

Self-serve support

Ideal if you're looking for an off-the-shelf solution, though support comes at an additional cost.

Fast, fuss-free employment

Fast, fuss-free employment

Remote's global operations ensure we're able to hire, manage and pay your team at speed.

Complex automation workflows

Complex automation workflows

Automation builder enables very advanced custom workflows.

International companies scale with Remote

Key features of Remote and Rippling compared

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Inclusive pricing with no additional costs- Remote’s fair price guarantee means no commitments or hidden fees. Rippling doesn’t publish its prices.

No upfront deposits by default- Remote only requests depositrequirements when absolutelynecessary, so you can maximizeyour cash flow.

EOR country coverage- Remote's EOR product has been leading the market for five years, and is available in over 100 countries.

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50+ payroll engines across the globe- At Remote, we operate our own payroll engines, giving us industry leading 99.43% payroll accuracy.

Unlimited indemnity coverage- Remote’s terms of service ensure you’re fully protected when using our services.

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.

Built-in talent network for simplified global hiring- Remote Recruit's powerful sourcing tools and real-time talent insights help you find top talent quickly.