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Review 2026

Remote

★★★★4.3/5
hr payrollFrom £24/contractor/month

Reviewed by the Ikaroa team | Last updated: March 2026

Starting Price

£24/contractor/month

Founded

2019

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Our Rating

4.3/5

Overview

Remote is a global employment platform that helps businesses hire, manage, and pay employees and contractors worldwide. Like Deel, it offers Employer of Record (EOR) services, but Remote owns its own entities in every country rather than using third-party partners, which can provide better consistency and pricing.

We have been working with Remote across multiple client projects since 2021, and this review reflects our hands-on experience implementing it for businesses of all sizes.

Key Features

Global Payroll
Employer of Record
Contractor Management
Compliance
Benefits Administration
IP Protection
Equity Incentives
HRIS
Onboarding
Reporting

Remote Pricing

Contractors

£24/contractor/month

  • 170+ countries
  • Compliant contracts
  • Multiple currencies
  • Invoice automation

EOR (Employees)

From £475/employee/month

  • Employer of Record
  • Local benefits
  • IP protection
  • Equity incentives

Global Payroll

£38/employee/month

  • Multi-country payroll
  • Tax compliance
  • Expense management
  • Consolidated reporting

Remote HR

£0/month

  • Free HRIS
  • Employee profiles
  • Time-off tracking
  • Onboarding

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • +Owns entities in every country (no third parties)
  • +Competitive contractor pricing
  • +Free HRIS included
  • +Strong IP protection for employers
  • +Transparent pricing model

Cons

  • -EOR is slightly more expensive than Deel
  • -Fewer integrations than Deel
  • -Platform can be less intuitive
  • -Limited in some smaller countries
  • -Customer support varies by region

Who Is Remote Best For?

Companies wanting global employment with owned entities in every country (not outsourced)

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Our Verdict

Remote earns a strong 4.3/5 in our review. With pricing starting at £24/contractor/month, it offers owns entities in every country (no third parties). While eor is slightly more expensive than deel, it remains a solid choice for companies wanting global employment with owned entities in every country (not ou...

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Remote FAQ

Is Remote worth it in 2026?

Remote rates 4.3/5 in our review. It is best suited for Companies wanting global employment with owned entities in every country (not outsourced). Whether it is worth it depends on your specific needs and budget.

How much does Remote cost?

Remote pricing starts at £24/contractor/month for the Contractors plan. Check the pricing section for a full breakdown.

What are the best alternatives to Remote?

Top alternatives to Remote include BambooHR, Gusto, Deel. Visit our alternatives page for a detailed comparison.

Does Remote offer a free plan?

Remote does not currently offer a free plan, but they do provide a free trial.

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