Remote vs Papaya Global

Remote: Built for people, not just payroll

If you are concerned about the lack of control and hidden fees associated with third-party outsourcing, then choose Remote for a 100% in-house infrastructure that ensures consistent compliance, dedicated support, and no upfront deposits.

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Global companies grow with Remote

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30% reduction in time to hire with Remote EOR

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12% increase in operational efficiency with Remote Payroll

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2 weeks faster onboarding with Remote Contractor Management

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43% improvement in regulatory compliance using Remote

Does Remote or Papaya suit your business best?

Looking for an efficient payroll processing solution? Papaya might be the answer. But if you’re in the market for an end-to-end solution for your entire global workforce, you need Remote.

The experts in global HR

The experts in global HR

Remote delivers leading global payroll alongside an comprehensive global HR suite.

“Specialists” in global payroll

“Specialists” in global payroll

Papaya offers a competent payroll product.

100% owned entity infrastructure

100% owned entity infrastructure

Remote manages all entities in-house with no third-party outsourcing.

Third-party partner network

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

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

Limited suite of talent services

Papaya covers only part of the employment lifecycle without any recruitment or onboarding tools.

A word from our customers

Join customers who trust Remote to transform their business.

“We see Remote as a leading and trusted partner in this space. The expert support they provide in local payroll, tax compliance, and HR operations has streamlined our processes and created more opportunities for growth and success on a global scale.”

Maria Shkaruppa
Maria ShkaruppaSenior Global Mobility and Remote Hiring Manager

“If we had to manage and coordinate everything in-house, it would cost us well over $500,000 more each year. Remote not only eliminates that financial strain but also takes the operational burden off our plate, allowing us to focus on growing our business with confidence and efficiency.”

Luke McKinlay
Luke McKinlayVP of Finance

“We work with 460+ Contractors globally. I’d need to employ 5 or 6 people full time to keep on top of compliance, administration and payroll. Remote has definitely been a time and money saver for us.”

Erik Sveen
Erik SveenFounder and CEO of HomeProject

“We see Remote as a leading and trusted partner in this space. The expert support they provide in local payroll, tax compliance, and HR operations has streamlined our processes and created more opportunities for growth and success on a global scale.”

Maria Shkaruppa
Maria ShkaruppaSenior Global Mobility and Remote Hiring Manager

“If we had to manage and coordinate everything in-house, it would cost us well over $500,000 more each year. Remote not only eliminates that financial strain but also takes the operational burden off our plate, allowing us to focus on growing our business with confidence and efficiency.”

Luke McKinlay
Luke McKinlayVP of Finance

“We work with 460+ Contractors globally. I’d need to employ 5 or 6 people full time to keep on top of compliance, administration and payroll. Remote has definitely been a time and money saver for us.”

Erik Sveen
Erik SveenFounder and CEO of HomeProject

“We see Remote as a leading and trusted partner in this space. The expert support they provide in local payroll, tax compliance, and HR operations has streamlined our processes and created more opportunities for growth and success on a global scale.”

Maria Shkaruppa
Maria ShkaruppaSenior Global Mobility and Remote Hiring Manager

“If we had to manage and coordinate everything in-house, it would cost us well over $500,000 more each year. Remote not only eliminates that financial strain but also takes the operational burden off our plate, allowing us to focus on growing our business with confidence and efficiency.”

Luke McKinlay
Luke McKinlayVP of Finance

“We work with 460+ Contractors globally. I’d need to employ 5 or 6 people full time to keep on top of compliance, administration and payroll. Remote has definitely been a time and money saver for us.”

Erik Sveen
Erik SveenFounder and CEO of HomeProject

Compliance you can count on, service you can rely on

World-class service for worldwide teams

Unlike Papaya, we never work with third-party partners. Remote has run all operations in-house from day one.

Your trusted partner in compliance.

Supercharge your payroll capabilities with the power of Remote. Whether you have a robust payroll department.

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 offers in-platform compliance flagging and dedicated in-country support teams, helping reduce risk and streamline local support. Our fully in-house EOR network allows for greater control and consistency. By contrast, Papaya operates a third-party partner model, which may require more coordination on the customer’s side.

  • 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

Papaya vs Remote FAQs

Papaya is a specialist global payroll software provider, while Remote is a dedicated global employment solution, offering HR and recruitment tools that Papaya does not. Papaya relies on third-party partners for payroll, benefits, and tax management, whereas Remote owns legal entities in each country of operation, providing greater control and compliance.