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Deel alternatives: EOR providers to compare

The main alternatives to Deel, what each is built for, and how their published pricing compares.

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Deel is one of the most widely used global hiring platforms, but it isn't the right fit for everyone. Companies look for alternatives for different reasons: price, a preference for owned entities, a need for bundled plans, or an existing HR system.

Below are the main alternatives, with what each documents itself as built for and how its published pricing compares. All information comes from providers' public websites.

  • You want a lower published EOR price than about US$599 a month
  • You prefer a provider that states it employs through its own entities
  • You already run HR and payroll on another platform and want everyone in one system
  • You want stronger benefits support for a small distributed team
  • You need entity-setup advice for a future move to your own company

Order is not a ranking.

What is the cheapest Deel alternative?
On published prices, RemoFirst is lowest from US$199 per employee per month, followed by Pebl (formerly Velocity Global) and Playroll at US$399, Multiplier at US$459 (Core plan, billed annually) and Papaya Global from US$499. See the EOR pricing tracker. Compare full quotes, since deposits, FX margins and benefits affect the total.
What is the best Deel alternative?
It depends on why you're switching. For owned entities, consider Remote; for price, RemoFirst, Pebl or Playroll; for an all-in-one HR and IT platform, Rippling; for benefits support, Oyster.
Can I move employees from Deel to another EOR?
Usually yes, but it involves a new employment contract with the new provider and must respect local law on continuity of service. Ask both providers about timelines and any exit terms.