Remote: an alternative to Deel for compliant teams

Remote is the sole global HR platform offering unlimited EOR indemnity and full ownership of every entity from day one. Unlike Deel, we do not engage third parties to outsource services or manage entities.

• 100% owned legal entity infrastructure with zero outsourcing

• Global payroll operations run entirely in-house

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

At Remote, our remit goes beyond hiring and onboarding global employees; we also assist you in sourcing the best international talent. Attract top applicants and provide tailored, compelling benefits through Remote Talent.

• Detailed job listings on leading remote job boards

• Instantly obtain candidates matched to your job criteria from our remote-worker database.

• Flexible, industry-leading benefits packages

Service quality is the primary reason customers select Remote. Our customer success team retains 95% of clients, meaning you can be highly likely to have a single point of contact throughout your time with Remote.

• Dedicated support for every customer, on any plan — unlike Deel

• Helpful, human responses within two minutes or less

• Customer implementation specialist for rapid, tailored onboarding

Only Remote provides a transparent pricing and satisfaction guarantee. Know precisely what you’re paying for with Remote.

• One flat fee, with 14 days or more to pay your invoice

• No long-term or exclusivity agreements

• Full refund of EOR management fees if you’re dissatisfied during the first 3 months

Deel’s contractor management service covers 150 countries; Remote’s coverage extends further, is more cost-effective and delivers superior compliance.

Remote’s Contractor Management suite presents three tailored plans to suit your business requirements:

• Contractor Management ($29/active contractor/month): Manage and pay contractors using localised contracts, bulk payments, and self-serve onboarding. Compliance liability stays with you.

• Contractor Management Plus ($99/contractor/month): Includes all standard features plus a $100,000 compliance warranty, protecting against misclassification risks.

• Contractor of Record (COR) (15% of contractor’s invoice or $325/month minimum): Outsource all compliance and payment responsibilities to Remote, with indemnity and IP ownership guarantees.

• With coverage in 200+ jurisdictions, Remote delivers comprehensive compliance, transparent pricing and advanced tools such as bulk invoicing and KYB/KYC checks. Unlike Deel, Remote’s cost-effective plans ensure you only pay for active contractors—no hidden fees or deposits.

Switch to Remote today to realise cost savings, reduce risk and manage contractors seamlessly.

Deel may offer a broad post-employment platform, yet Remote recognises that global growth begins with sourcing the right candidates.

Using Remote Recruit, you can not only onboard high-performing remote teams but also source top talent for your global organisation, positioning your company as an employer of choice for remote professionals.

Recruit simplifies global hiring through robust sourcing tools and clear guidance to help you find top talent and manage global complexity—enabling you to move quickly, hire smarter and scale with confidence.

Although Deel provides a polished platform and self-serve workflows, numerous customers report dissatisfaction due to restricted access to genuine support—particularly for complex compliance queries or urgent payroll matters. With Deel, support can be costly, response times vary, and advice is often outsourced or automated.

At Remote, we regard exceptional support as standard. Therefore, every customer receives assistance from real support professionals — not a chatbot — with prompt, consistent help from a dedicated team familiar with your business.

What does this mean for your organisation and team?

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

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

• You, your team and former employees can rely on rapid, effective issue resolution.

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

How does this compare with Deel?

• Deel’s support is commonly tiered — faster, human responses are often restricted to higher-priced plans.

• You may face long response times, especially outside the US time zone.

• Former employees frequently cannot obtain assistance — even for essential tasks such as payslips or documentation.

• Implementation support may incur additional charges or be handled by third-party consultants.

With Remote, premium support is included by default — not an upsell. No hidden fees. No uncertainty about who to contact. Just answers when needed, from experts you can rely on.

Both Deel and Remote offer a subscription-based pricing model, but Remote pricing is more transparent and predictable, with a fair price guarantee and a refund on EOR management fees in the first 90 days if you’re not 100% satisfied. Unlike Deel, Remote doesn’t rely heavily on hidden fees or complex pricing structures.

Remote offers flexible, competitive benefits packages tailored to each country. For example, in the USA Deel provides just 2 benefits plans with limited customisation options, whereas Remote lets you choose from 7 different plans with flexible contribution amounts. Remote also offers lower starting rates and there are no hidden administration costs.

Remote provides unified, fully compliant global payroll across many countries without the hidden fees sometimes associated with Deel. Remote’s dependable, integrated payroll delivers consistency and local-law compliance, allowing businesses to concentrate on growth instead of administrative burdens.

Switching from Deel to Remote is seamless, with a dedicated migration team guiding you every step of the way. We simplify onboarding, data transfer, and compliance setup to ensure a smooth transition with no disruption—so you can start leveraging Remote’s superior global employment features within just 24 hours.

To make switching even easier:

• We’ll cover any one-off fees Deel charges you to leave (subject to approval), such as their $390 per employee offboarding fee.

• We’ll also provide one free background check per onboarded worker.

No hidden costs, no unnecessary barriers—just a trusted, compliant partner to help you grow globally with confidence.