“Remote has become a trusted, leading partner for us in this area. Their specialist support with local payroll, tax compliance, and HR operations has simplified our processes and opened up more opportunities for growth and success internationally.”
Global companies scale with Remote
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30% faster time to hire using Remote EOR
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12% improvement in operational efficiency with Remote Payroll
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2 weeks quicker onboarding with Remote Contractor Management
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43% improvement in regulatory compliance with Remote
Which suits your business better: Remote or Papaya?
Looking for an efficient payroll processing solution? Papaya could be suitable. But if you want an end-to-end platform for your whole global workforce, Remote is the better choice.
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 the customers who rely on Remote to transform their business.
“Tackling all management and coordination in-house would have pushed our costs up by well over $500,000 each year. Remote not only removes that financial pressure but also lifts the operational load from our team, letting us focus on growing the business with confidence and efficiency.”
“We run payroll across multiple currencies worldwide – monthly, semi-monthly and hourly – and our Finance Manager has complete visibility in one platform. With Remote, that capability is straightforward.”
“We collaborate with 460+ Contractors around the world. We would otherwise need to employ 5 or 6 people full time to manage compliance, administration and payroll. Remote has clearly saved us both time and money.”
“Remote has become a trusted, leading partner for us in this area. Their specialist support with local payroll, tax compliance, and HR operations has simplified our processes and opened up more opportunities for growth and success internationally.”
“Tackling all management and coordination in-house would have pushed our costs up by well over $500,000 each year. Remote not only removes that financial pressure but also lifts the operational load from our team, letting us focus on growing the business with confidence and efficiency.”
“We run payroll across multiple currencies worldwide – monthly, semi-monthly and hourly – and our Finance Manager has complete visibility in one platform. With Remote, that capability is straightforward.”
“We collaborate with 460+ Contractors around the world. We would otherwise need to employ 5 or 6 people full time to manage compliance, administration and payroll. Remote has clearly saved us both time and money.”
“Remote has become a trusted, leading partner for us in this area. Their specialist support with local payroll, tax compliance, and HR operations has simplified our processes and opened up more opportunities for growth and success internationally.”
“Tackling all management and coordination in-house would have pushed our costs up by well over $500,000 each year. Remote not only removes that financial pressure but also lifts the operational load from our team, letting us focus on growing the business with confidence and efficiency.”
“We run payroll across multiple currencies worldwide – monthly, semi-monthly and hourly – and our Finance Manager has complete visibility in one platform. With Remote, that capability is straightforward.”
“We collaborate with 460+ Contractors around the world. We would otherwise need to employ 5 or 6 people full time to manage compliance, administration and payroll. Remote has clearly saved us both time and money.”
Reliable compliance, dependable service
World-class service for global teams
Unlike Papaya, we do not use third-party partners. Remote has operated all services in-house since day one.
Your trusted partner for compliance.
Boost your payroll capabilities with Remote, whether you already have a robust payroll department or not.
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.
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Remote includes in-platform compliance alerts and dedicated in‑country support teams to cut risk and simplify local assistance. Our wholly in-house EOR network gives tighter control and consistent service. In contrast, Papaya relies on a third‑party partner model, which can mean more coordination for 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
Remote’s feature-rich HRIS and built-in talent sourcing cover the entire employee lifecycle, from hire through to retirement.For a true global employment partner, choose Remote.
Post roles using precise location filters and remote-work criteria so only suitable candidates apply.
Receive top candidates instantly from our global pool of remote workers, matched to your requirements.
Contact candidates seamlessly, add them to your hiring pipeline and track progress.
Papaya has a track record in international payroll, but doesn’t have the same physical presence or global specialist expertise.With Remote, you receive fast, reliable support backed by in-depth 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 in payroll processing, yet global employment complexities need far more than a dependable payment service.
Because payroll is their main focus, Papaya’s EOR and contractor management solutions are comparatively less mature.
At Remote, we understand that a flexible Employer of Record (EOR) and a robust Contractor Management are equally important to international expansion as a reliable payroll system. We also have the dedicated, in-house expertise and resources to support our market-leading global employment solutions.
Choosing Remote isn’t simply hiring another service provider — it’s an investment in a partnership.
Papaya vs Remote FAQs
Papaya specialises in global payroll software, whereas Remote provides a full global employment solution with HR and recruitment features Papaya lacks. Papaya depends on third-party partners for payroll, benefits and tax administration; Remote, by contrast, owns legal entities in every country it operates in, giving 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 multi-country payroll provider, but it doesn’t own every legal entity and relies on third-party outsourcing. Remote maintains a 100% owned entity infrastructure and, based on G2 reviews, is rated as a superior multi-country payroll provider to Papaya.
Papaya can serve as an effective global payroll tool, but it lacks the specialist features and support that a full global employment platform like Remote provides. Remote’s ownership of legal entities also improves reliability and consistency across regions.
If you want a dedicated global HR partner rather than only payroll, choose Remote. Remote provides the expertise and resources companies need to expand globally with confidence, including a full HRIS and an integrated job board to source, attract and manage top global talent.
Ready to migrate from Papaya to Remote? You can be set up on Remote within 24 hours. To migrate to Remote, contact our onboarding team and we’ll guide you through every step of the process.