Global hiring, built on compliance
We handle security and compliance in-house, with legal experts regularly analyzing global employment laws and regulations. While Deel has faced a worker misclassification investigation, we make sure you won’t.
- 100%
in-house owned and operated infrastructure at Remote
- 12%
increase in operational efficiency with Remote Payroll
- 43%
improvement in regulatory compliance using Remote
- 2 weeks
faster onboarding with Remote Contractor Management
A global partnership you can count on, 24/7
Industry-leading compliance
Deel courts investigations and lawsuits for misclassification and sanctions evasion. Remote maintains an immaculate compliance record.
Transparent, predictable pricing
We maintain a fair price guarantee, which means you’ll never part with a penny you’re not expecting to pay. Deel loves adding on undisclosed fees to make more money — at your expense.
Dedicated support at no extra cost
Remote’s customer success team boasts an impressive 95% retention rate, ensuring you’ll always have a single point of contact who knows your business inside and out.
Does Remote or Deel suit your business best?
Looking for Deel alternatives? Unsure which global HR solution is the right fit for your company? While Deel offers extensive global coverage and a rapid onboarding process, Remote focuses on specialized support, watertight compliance, and fair pricing.
Remote
Deel
Fair, transparent pricing
Affordable, predictable costs that never leave you guessing.
Higher cost-of-ownership with hidden fees
Added-on fees for everything from transactions to contract signing, and cash frozen in deposits and accruals, filling Deel’s pockets while emptying yours.
Fully owned infrastructure
Remote only operates in countries where we have built our own infrastructure. No third parties, watertight IP protection, and better service.
“Buy over build” approach
Deel leans on third parties to provide services they can’t — and adds on their own fees.
Compliance leader
Remote has put in the work to build reliable compliance that thousands of customers around the world depend on.
Questionable compliance record
A US senator has called for Deel to be investigated for alleged employee misclassification, including both its own workforce and advisement provided to customers.
Fully integrated job board
Remote lets you run the entire employee lifecycle from hire to retire.
Limited suite of recruitment services
Deel covers only part of the employment lifecycle without recruitment tools.
How Remote does things differently
Remote | Deel | |
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Transparent, predictable pricing Unlike Deel, Remote’s fair price guarantee means you’ll never pay a penny you didn’t expect to. | ||
No upfront deposits by default Remote only requests reserves when absolutely necessary, so you can maximize your cash flow. | ||
100% ownership and in-house operation of all global entities Remote doesn’t work with third-parties to outsource services or manage entities, ensuring high compliance and low risk. | ||
2-day real-time average for onboarding new employees Remote’s transparent service metrics enable you to see, predict, and rely upon fast response times. | ||
Unlimited indemnification for customers Remote offers unlimited indemnification in relation to its EOR employer obligations, to ensure you’re fully protected when using our global employment services. | ||
Informed risk of employee misclassification Deel has faced allegations of misclassifying workers, putting the integrity of their customers at risk. Remote puts compliance first. | ||
Global payroll operations run entirely in-house Remote’s payroll solution is built by us, and ran by us, without acquisitions. Cutting out the middleman reduces costly errors. | ||
Equity tools to issue grants to your team Remote is the only global HR platform which allows you to give grants to global teams, incentivizing your people with equity plans. | ||
Integrated talent network Remote’s job board lets you access global talent, leverage salary-related insights, and make smart, data-driven hiring decisions. | ||
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100% in-house entity coverage
A fully integrated global talent network
Dedicated, human support at zero extra cost
Fair, transparent pricing with no surprises
Make compliance a core concern, not an afterthought
Employ contractors cost-effectively in 200+ jurisdictions
Source talent, pay competitively, onboard with ease
100% in-house entity coverage
Remote is the only global HR platform with unlimited EOR indemnity and 100% ownership of all entities from day one. Unlike Deel, we never work with 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 for Remote’s obligations for all Remote customers
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A fully integrated global talent network
At Remote, we’re not just focused on hiring and onboarding global employees; we’re also committed to helping you source the finest international talent. Entice top applicants and offer tailored, attractive benefits with Remote Talent.
Detailed job listings on the leading remote job boards
Up-to-date salary data for competitive, data-backed job offers
Flexible, industry-leading benefits packages
Dedicated, human support at zero extra cost
Quality of service is the number one reason customers choose Remote. The retention rate of our customer success team is 95%, so you can be almost certain you’ll have one point-of-contact through your journey with Remote.
Dedicated support for every customer, on any plan — unlike Deel
Helpful, human responses in two minutes or less
Customer implementation specialist for fast, tailored onboarding
Fair, transparent pricing with no surprises
Only Remote provides a fair 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
Remote | Deel | |
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EOR Services | Starting at $599/employee per month | Starting at $599/employee per month |
Liquidity impact of EOR | None | Mandatory deposits of up to 2 months of salary. Severance accruals based on salary. Released only upon employee’s departure. |
Contractor Management | $29/contractor per month | Starting at $49/contractor per month |
Global Payroll | $29/employee per month | Starting at $29/employee per month $30 per off-cycle payroll run |
Job Board | Starting at $119/month | No integrated job board |
Make compliance a core concern, not an afterthought
Deel has faced mounting public controversy, further calling its employment and compliance practices into question.
Most recently, Deel was accused in a lawsuit of violating anti-money laundering and international sanction regulations—a serious risk for any company relying on them as a global employment partner. This follows previous scrutiny in 2023 when U.S. lawmakers called for a federal investigation into their alleged misclassification of employees as independent contractors.
Would you trust a global partner whose compliance track record raises so many red flags?
At Remote, compliance is at the heart of everything we do. We operate fully in-house from day one, ensuring enterprise-grade data protection and robust compliance controls. Unlike Deel, we never rely on third parties to manage entities, and all security and compliance are handled 100% by our expert team.
Remote is also the only global HR platform to offer unlimited EOR indemnity coverage, providing complete peace of mind as you scale.
Make Compliance a Core Concern
Employ contractors cost-effectively in 200+ jurisdictions
Deel’s contractor management service covers 150 countries, while Remote’s is more extensive, more affordable and provides an unmatched compliance.
Remote’s Contractor Management suite offers three tailored plans to meet your business needs:
Contractor Management ($29/active contractor/month): Manage and pay contractors with localized 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 provides unmatched compliance, transparent pricing, and advanced tools like bulk invoicing and KYB/KYC checks. Unlike Deel, Remote’s affordable plans ensure you only pay for active contractors—no hidden fees or deposits.
Switch to Remote today and experience cost savings, risk reduction, and seamless contractor management.
Source talent, pay competitively, onboard with ease
Deel might have an extensive post-employment platform, but Remote knows that global growth starts with finding the right people.
With Remote Talent, you have the power not only to hire and onboard high-performing remote teams but also to source the best talent for your global organization, positioning your company as a leading destination for remote professionals.
Our integrated job board enables you to post targeted job listings to attract talent from a vast, global remote workforce, while access to extensive, location-specific salary information means you can offer competitive benefits packages that reflect the current market.
Deel vs Remote FAQs
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 customization 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 offers unified, fully compliant global payroll services across multiple countries without the hidden fees that can accompany Deel. Remote’s reliable, integrated payroll ensures consistency and compliance with local laws, so businesses can focus on growth rather than administrative hassles.
Switching from Deel to Remote is straightforward, with a dedicated migration team guiding you every step of the way. Remote’s team simplifies onboarding, data transfer, and compliance setup, ensuring a smooth transition without disruption — so you can start leveraging Remote’s superior global employment features and support within just 24 hours.
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