“We regard Remote as a leading and trusted partner in this field. Their specialist help with local payroll, tax compliance and HR operations has simplified our processes and unlocked further opportunities for growth and success around the world.”
International businesses scale with Remote
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30% faster time to hire using Remote EOR
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12% rise in operational efficiency with Remote Payroll
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Onboarding was 2 weeks quicker with Remote Contractor Management
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Regulatory compliance improved by 43% using Remote
Does Remote or Papaya suit your business best?
If you need a reliable payroll processor, Papaya could fit the bill. However, for a complete end-to-end solution that covers your entire global workforce, Remote is the better option.
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.
What our customers say
Join customers who rely on Remote to transform their businesses.
“Had we been forced to manage and coordinate everything internally, it would have added well over $500,000 USD a year to our costs. Remote removes that financial pressure and lifts the operational load from our team, allowing us to focus on growing our business with confidence and efficiency.”
“Our payroll runs monthly, twice a month and hourly in multiple currencies across the globe, and our finance manager has full oversight from a single platform. Remote makes that possible.”
“We work with 460+ Contractors globally. Keeping on top of compliance, administration and payroll would mean hiring five or six full-time staff. Remote has been a clear saver of both time and money for us.”
“We regard Remote as a leading and trusted partner in this field. Their specialist help with local payroll, tax compliance and HR operations has simplified our processes and unlocked further opportunities for growth and success around the world.”
“Had we been forced to manage and coordinate everything internally, it would have added well over $500,000 USD a year to our costs. Remote removes that financial pressure and lifts the operational load from our team, allowing us to focus on growing our business with confidence and efficiency.”
“Our payroll runs monthly, twice a month and hourly in multiple currencies across the globe, and our finance manager has full oversight from a single platform. Remote makes that possible.”
“We work with 460+ Contractors globally. Keeping on top of compliance, administration and payroll would mean hiring five or six full-time staff. Remote has been a clear saver of both time and money for us.”
“We regard Remote as a leading and trusted partner in this field. Their specialist help with local payroll, tax compliance and HR operations has simplified our processes and unlocked further opportunities for growth and success around the world.”
“Had we been forced to manage and coordinate everything internally, it would have added well over $500,000 USD a year to our costs. Remote removes that financial pressure and lifts the operational load from our team, allowing us to focus on growing our business with confidence and efficiency.”
“Our payroll runs monthly, twice a month and hourly in multiple currencies across the globe, and our finance manager has full oversight from a single platform. Remote makes that possible.”
“We work with 460+ Contractors globally. Keeping on top of compliance, administration and payroll would mean hiring five or six full-time staff. Remote has been a clear saver of both time and money for us.”
Compliance you can count on, service you can rely on
World-class service for worldwide teams
Unlike Papaya, Remote does not rely on third-party partners. From day one, we’ve run all operations in-house.
Your trusted partner in compliance.
Give your payroll capabilities a boost with Remote. Whether you already have a capable payroll team or not, Remote strengthens your payroll operations.
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 with other platforms
Remote provides in-platform compliance alerts and dedicated in-country support teams to lower risk and simplify local assistance. Our entirely in-house EOR network delivers better control and consistency. By comparison, Papaya uses a third-party partner model that can demand more coordination from customers.
100% in-house entity management with no outsourcing
Unlimited EOR indemnification covering Remote’s obligations for all Remote customers
'Watchtower' compliance hub that alerts you to updates in international laws and regulations
Thanks to a feature-rich HRIS and an integrated talent sourcing platform, Remote supports the entire employee lifecycle from hire through retirement. For a genuine global employment partner, choose Remote.
Post roles with exact location filters and remote-work criteria, so only suitable candidates apply.
Receive top candidates matched to your job requirements instantly from our global pool of remote workers.
Contact candidates seamlessly, add them to your hiring pipeline and track their progress.
Papaya has a strong track record in international payroll but does not have the same physical footprint or specialist expertise from globally distributed teams. With Remote, you receive fast, dependable support backed by deep local market knowledge.
Specialist 24/7 support at no extra cost on any pricing plan
Industry-leading expertise from real local experts
A personalised, human onboarding experience
Papaya may be strong at payroll processing, but managing global employment involves more than a dependable payment provider.
Because payroll is their main focus, Papaya’s EOR and contractor management offerings are comparatively less developed.
At Remote, we know a flexible Employer of Record (EOR) and robust Contractor Management are equally essential to international growth as a reliable payroll system. We also have the in-house expertise and resources to support our market-leading global employment solutions.
When you choose Remote, you’re not simply buying another service — you’re investing in a partnership.
Papaya vs Remote FAQs
Papaya specialises in global payroll software, while Remote provides a full global employment solution with HR and recruitment tools that Papaya lacks. Papaya depends on third-party partners for payroll, benefits and tax administration, whereas Remote owns legal entities in each operating country, offering stronger control and compliance.
Remote’s Employer of Record (EOR) service is priced at NZ$1,155/month per employee, while contractor management costs just NZ$48/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.
Papaya Global is a recognised global payroll provider across many countries, but it does not own and operate all its legal entities and instead uses third-party outsourcing. Remote runs a 100% owned entity infrastructure and is rated higher than Papaya as a multi-country payroll provider on G2.
Papaya can be suitable for global payroll, but it lacks the specialised features and dedicated 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, choose Remote. Remote has the expertise and resources for companies expanding internationally, 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 up and running on Remote within 24 hours. To migrate to Remote, contact our onboarding team and we’ll guide you through every step of the process.