Remote: a global-first alternative to Rippling

Tens of thousands of firms depend on Remote’s global presence and unmatched in-house expertise to hire, manage contractors, and pay people wherever they are. While Rippling provides broad functionality, its multi-purpose design can’t address the specific complexities of global HR the way Remote does.

• You can hire employees in at least 70 more countries than with Rippling.

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

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

Remote was created because many other providers outsource operations, which can leave compliance as an afterthought. Our different approach keeps everything in-house from the start, avoiding third‑party reliance and reducing compliance risk.

• Ensure full compliance with local laws when hiring abroad.

• Protect personal data including salary details, addresses and bank information.

• Maintain strict security through accredited policies and procedures

We have real people 'on the ground' in every country we operate in — so you get prompt, human support backed by local market insight that one-size-fits-all solutions can’t provide. Don’t accept generic assistance — receive specialist guidance at every stage.

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

• Deal with real people rather than an anonymous web portal.

• Receive personal onboarding from a dedicated customer implementation expert.

Only Remote offers fair pricing and a satisfaction guarantee — we don’t bill for inactive users, integrations or expenses, and we’ll refund all EOR management fees in the first 90 days if you’re not satisfied. By contrast, Rippling’s pricing can be opaque, without a promise of a predictable, transparent bill.

• Make global employment simpler with fully transparent pricing.

• Hire an employee in any country we support for just NZ$1,155 per month.

• Pay contractors through Remote for just NZ$48 per month.

Remote is widely regarded as the leading global employment platform on G2, outperforming competitors in customer satisfaction, including Rippling.

Rippling may be the 'allrounder' in HR software, but Remote’s depth of localised expertise and strategic support is unrivalled.

Remote provides a comprehensive software platform built specifically for multi-country teams. In addition, you gain access to the knowledge and guidance of Remote’s team of international employment experts.

Global HR is only a small part of Rippling’s broader suite, whereas every feature of Remote’s HR platform has been designed to reduce the complexity of hiring, paying and managing across borders.

Rippling offers a wide feature set in its all-in-one HR solution, yet global HR is a recently added service on top of its existing product.

Remote has long focused on supporting international growth, with features tailored for remote and hybrid team management.

When handling global recruitment complexities — adapting to local employment laws, tax rules and legal compliance — you need a dedicated expert partner.

• Remote’s dedicated onboarding specialists can get you started in minutes.

• Local market expertise is embedded within the product to give strategic guidance on where and how to hire best

• We manage compliance obligations for you, so you can reduce risk and expand globally with confidence

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

Although many reviews praise Rippling’s ease of use, a notable portion criticise its customer support — citing limited availability and a focus on upselling rather than solving problems.

Remote, by contrast, is more than software: customers value our specialised, expert support included at no extra cost, with each company assigned a dedicated contact and 24/7 support via chat or email.

What does that mean for you and your team?

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

• You keep one point of contact throughout your journey with Remote (our customer support team has a 95% retention rate).

• You, your team and former employees can depend on fast, efficient problem resolution.

• You don’t pay anything extra for this level of personalised support.

How does that compare to Rippling?

• Support is limited to admins and isn’t available directly to employees.

• You only gain access to support after wiring funds to Rippling.

• Terminated employees don’t have access to support.

• Implementation can also cost you an additional $10,000 USD.

Rippling’s service doesn’t include standard support and advice — so you may pay extra for legal counsel, HR advice and more — whereas Remote’s top-tier support isn’t linked to how much you spend.

It’s hard to compare prices with Rippling because they don’t publish costs up front, so transparency about total spend is limited. With Remote, each EOR employee costs NZ$1,155/month (with no additional or hidden fees), while contractors can be onboarded and paid for just NZ$48/month. All Remote’s prices are transparent and there are no hidden surprises.

Remote’s Employer of Record (EOR) service currently covers 100+ countries worldwide, giving broad access to global talent. Because Remote owns 100% of the entities it uses, customers retain full oversight and control with no risk of extra administrative fees.

Rippling covers many HR areas, but it’s not a dedicated global employment platform like Remote. Remote’s purpose-built EOR, contractor management and payroll solutions are tailored to global employers, making it a more specialised and cost-effective option for companies scaling internationally.

Switching 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.