Best Employer of Record (EOR) Companies in 2026: 10 Providers Compared

Deel is the largest EOR by country coverage, operating in 150+ countries with a complete platform that covers contractors, EOR employees, and global payroll. Having acquired PayGroup and ShieldGeo to strengthen its compliance infrastructure, Deel now processes over $10B in annual payroll. Its all-in-one approach means you can manage contractors, full-time EOR employees, and direct employees in a single dashboard — making it the go-to choice for companies scaling international teams fast.

Remote differentiates itself by owning its legal entities in every country it operates — no third-party partners or middlemen. This gives them direct control over compliance, employee experience, and data security. Their IP protection features are among the strongest in the market, making them popular with tech companies worried about intellectual property when hiring overseas engineers and developers.

G-P is the original EOR pioneer, with 15+ years of experience and entities in 180+ countries. Rebranded from Globalization Partners, they have the deepest compliance expertise and legal team in the industry. Large enterprises trust G-P for complex multi-country deployments where regulatory risk is the primary concern. Their legal team has handled employment law challenges in virtually every jurisdiction.

Papaya Global is a payroll-first platform that also offers EOR services in 160+ countries. Its core strength is payments infrastructure — processing payroll in 100+ currencies with real-time analytics and workforce cost visibility. After acquiring Azimo for cross-border payments, Papaya can move money faster and cheaper than most EOR competitors. Best for finance-led organizations that need granular payroll reporting and cost control across markets.

Built for the remote-first era, Oyster focuses on distributed team management alongside its EOR services. What sets it apart is the emphasis on total compensation — including equity compensation across borders — and employee experience. As a certified B Corp, Oyster appeals to mission-driven companies that want their global hiring practices to reflect their values. Strong mid-market positioning with good balance of features and price.

Velocity Global specializes in markets that other EOR providers don't cover well — Central Asia, parts of Africa, smaller island nations, and emerging economies. If you need to hire in an unusual location where Deel or Remote don't have coverage, Velocity Global is often the only option. They also offer strong immigration support, helping with work permits and visa processing alongside EOR services.

Singapore-based Multiplier offers one of the most affordable EOR options without cutting corners on compliance. Particularly strong in APAC, Multiplier is growing fast in the mid-market segment and is a solid choice for companies hiring 5-50 international employees. The platform is modern, onboarding is fast, and the pricing is straightforward — making it attractive for startups and growth-stage companies expanding into Asia.

Rippling added EOR to its already-comprehensive HR, IT, and Finance platform. The advantage: you can manage global EOR employees alongside US employees in one system — payroll, benefits, devices, apps, and access controls all in one place. For companies already on Rippling for domestic HR, adding international EOR employees is seamless. The automation engine lets you trigger onboarding workflows that provision everything from email to equipment.

Atlas (formerly Elements Global Services) owns entities in 160+ countries — one of the few EOR providers with near-complete owned infrastructure globally. This eliminates the partner risk that comes with third-party entity models. Atlas focuses on enterprise clients that need deep compliance assurance and full control over the employment relationship. Their benefits management capabilities are particularly strong in complex markets.

India-based Skuad offers some of the lowest EOR pricing in the market, making it particularly attractive for companies with most of their international hires in South and Southeast Asia. At $199/month per employee, it's roughly a third of the price of Deel or Remote. The platform includes contractor management alongside EOR, and onboarding is fast. A good option for budget-conscious startups that don't need coverage in every country.