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BPO Companies in the Philippines 2026: Top Providers & Pricing

The Philippines is the world's #1 destination for voice-based BPO. Here's who the top providers are, what they charge, and whether Manila, Cebu, or Davao is right for you.

Vik Chadha
Vik ChadhaFounder & CEO
February 8, 2026|11 min read

Philippines BPO Industry at a Glance

1.3M+
BPO employees
$33B
Industry revenue
$10-18
/hr support rate
#1
Voice BPO globally

Top BPO Companies in the Philippines (2026)

#CompanyPH EmployeesSpecialtyPricingKey Locations
1Teleperformance PH50K+CX, tech support, sales$14-22/hrManila, Cebu
2Concentrix PH45K+CX, analytics, tech$15-25/hrManila, Clark
3Alorica PH40K+Contact centers, voice CX$12-20/hrManila, Cebu, Davao
4TaskUs30K+Content mod, AI, CX$14-22/hrManila, Cavite
5Sitel Philippines20K+CX, tech support$12-20/hrManila, Cebu
6Conduent PH15K+BPM, digital, HR services$11-18/hrManila
7iQor Philippines12K+CX, collections, retention$10-18/hrManila, Cebu
8Sutherland PH10K+CX, analytics, digital$12-20/hrManila
9TTEC Philippines8K+Digital CX, consulting$14-22/hrManila
10Globalify PHFlexibleCX, tech support, AI QA$10-18/hrManila, Cebu

Manila vs Cebu vs Davao: Which City?

FactorManilaCebuDavao
BPO Hourly Rate$12-22/hr$10-18/hr$9-16/hr
Talent Pool SizeLargest (13M metro)Medium (3M metro)Smaller (1.8M metro)
Attrition Rate40-60%25-35%20-30%
English QualityExcellentExcellent (neutral accent)Good
InfrastructureMost developedWell developedGrowing
Best ForScale, complex opsValue + qualityLowest cost, stability

Manila (NCR)

The Philippines' BPO capital with 70%+ of the country's outsourcing workforce. Choose Manila when you need 100+ agents, complex technical operations, or access to the widest range of skills. Downside: highest costs and attrition in the country. Makati, BGC, and Ortigas are the main BPO districts.

Cebu

The Philippines' #2 BPO hub and often the best value. Cebuano English has a reputation for being the most neutral in the Philippines. IT Park and Cebu Business Park host most BPOs. 10-15% cheaper than Manila with significantly better retention. Ideal for voice support operations of 25-100 agents.Read our Cebu BPO guide →

Davao

Fastest-growing BPO city in the Philippines. Lowest costs (15-25% below Manila), lowest attrition, and strong government support. Smaller talent pool limits scale, but excellent for operations of 10-50 agents. Known for safety, clean infrastructure, and employee loyalty.

Why the Philippines Dominates Voice BPO

Near-Native English

American colonial history (1898-1946) embedded English deeply. The Philippines has the 3rd largest English-speaking population globally. Neutral accent, American cultural references, and natural conversational style.

Customer-First Culture

Filipino hospitality (“malasakit”) translates directly to empathetic customer service. Natural warmth, patience, and desire to help. This cultural trait is nearly impossible to train — it's a genuine competitive advantage.

Cost-Effective

60-70% cheaper than US onshore. Customer support at $10-18/hr all-in. While not as cheap as India ($8-15/hr), the quality premium for voice support makes Philippines the better value for customer-facing roles.

Scale & Maturity

1.3M+ BPO workers, 30+ years of industry history, world-class facilities. Can scale to thousands of agents quickly. PEZA economic zones offer tax incentives for BPO operations.

Philippines BPO Pricing by Service

ServicePhilippinesvs Indiavs Colombiavs USA
Customer Support$10-18/hr$8-15/hr$12-22/hr$40-60/hr
Technical Support$13-23/hr$12-22/hr$15-28/hr$50-80/hr
Software Dev$18-40/hr$15-35/hr$25-45/hr$80-150/hr
Back Office$9-15/hr$8-14/hr$12-18/hr$35-55/hr
Night shift consideration:

The Philippines is 12-13 hours ahead of US Eastern Time. Supporting US business hours requires Filipino agents to work night shifts, which adds a 15-30% premium. This narrows the cost gap with nearshore (LATAM) options. If real-time collaboration during US hours is critical, consider a hybrid model.Full pricing breakdown →

Key Considerations for Philippines BPO

Attrition Is Real

Manila BPO attrition runs 40-60% annually — the industry's biggest challenge. Agents hop between BPOs for small salary bumps. Mitigate by: choosing Cebu/Davao (25-35% attrition), investing in culture, offering competitive benefits, and working with BPOs that track retention.

Timezone Management

The 12-13 hour gap from the US means limited overlap for meetings and real-time collaboration. Plan handoffs carefully. Use async tools (Loom, Slack). Schedule overlap windows for calibration. Or use a hybrid model with nearshore for US hours, Philippines for extended/after-hours.

PEZA Benefits

Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) provides tax holidays, duty-free imports, and simplified permits for BPOs operating in designated zones. Most major BPOs are PEZA-registered. This keeps overhead low and pricing competitive.

Natural Disaster Preparedness

The Philippines experiences typhoons annually. Reputable BPOs have business continuity plans: backup power, work-from-home capability, and multi-site redundancy. Always verify your provider's BCP and test it during typhoon season (June-November).

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top BPO companies in the Philippines?

Top providers include Teleperformance (50K+ employees), Concentrix, Alorica, TaskUs, Sitel, Conduent, iQor, Sutherland, TTEC, and Globalify. The Philippines has 1.3M+ BPO employees and is the world's #1 destination for voice customer support outsourcing.

How much does BPO cost in the Philippines?

Customer support: $10-18/hr, tech support: $13-23/hr, software dev: $18-40/hr, back office: $9-15/hr. Manila is 10-15% more expensive than Cebu or Davao. All-in rates include salary, benefits, office space, and management. 60-70% savings vs US onshore.

Why is the Philippines the best for BPO?

Near-native English (American colonial influence), strong customer-first culture, large workforce (110M population), competitive costs ($10-18/hr), and 30+ years of BPO maturity. 80% of Philippines BPO is voice-based — the highest ratio globally.

Should I choose Manila or Cebu for BPO?

Manila for scale (100+ agents) and complex operations — largest talent pool but highest costs and 40-60% attrition. Cebu for value + quality — 10-15% cheaper, better retention (25-35%), neutral accent. Davao for lowest cost and highest stability with smaller operations.

Vik Chadha

About the Author

Vik Chadha

Founder & CEO, Globalify

Vik Chadha is the Founder & CEO of Globalify and CEO of HiveDesk, a workforce management platform for contact centers. He previously co-founded GlowTouch (now UnifyCX), a global BPO company he helped scale to operations across 6 countries. With over 15 years of experience in the CX industry, Vik combines deep operational knowledge with technology innovation to help companies build and optimize global teams.

CEO of HiveDesk (WFM platform)Co-founder of GlowTouch (now UnifyCX)15+ years in global CX industry

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