Playroll Vs Remofirst: Choosing the Best EOR Platform

Looking for alternatives to RemoFirst as an EOR service? With Playroll, you gain an EOR partner with a wide network of owned entities instead of relying on third parties, and access always-on customer support for the whole team. Here's a deep-dive into pricing, support, coverage and more.

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I always feel completely calm and safe with Playroll, which is very important to me and the people we employ. I have complete trust that everything is done by the law. It’s also easy to amend employee contracts, from a legal and financial perspective, and we can make custom contracts that are specific to our context.

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The Playroll platform is intuitive and well designed, allowing our HR and Finance teams the ability to seamlessly hire new employees in international jurisdictions where we are not established. Playroll’s customer success team is highly responsive and knowledgeable.

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We’re very grateful for Playroll’s support, they moved mountains to make our migration happen in the timeframe we required. We were able to bring all our employees on board, and now have direct supervision and peace of mind. Playroll has been an excellent partner throughout the whole process. They set up regular check-ins with us that provide a lot of clarity to the management team.

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Playroll simplified our expansion into new markets by providing a comprehensive understanding of local regulations. Through this partnership, we could immediately tick the box on compliance, at no risk to BET Software. Their platform offered a streamlined solution for managing legal and administrative tasks, enabling us to enter new regions efficiently.

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Thanks to Playroll, there’s been a massive improvement in efficiency - no more worrying about administrative tasks. All the workflow has been handled by Playroll and we can just focus on what we’re good at. We’ve also seen an increase in diversity and innovation because we’ve got access to a global talent pool.

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We believe in paying for value and building long-term partnerships. With Playroll, we’re not just getting lower costs but a true service-oriented mindset. They don’t just tick boxes; they anticipate our needs and respond in record time. You don't know what you're missing until you meet Playroll.

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Why Companies Choose Playroll Over Remofirst

Dedicated, Human Support

Each employer and employee get a dedicated point of contact at no extra cost.

Guaranteed Compliance

We are backed by 25+ years of compliance expertise through the VAT IT Group.

Owned Entities

Playroll has a robust network of entities for direct expertise.

Hire in 180+ Countries

Scale faster with access to top talent in 180+ regions.

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Playroll vs Remofirst Comparison

Enjoy easy-to-use global employment software at a fraction of the cost, all in one place. Compare the top features of Playroll and Remofirst.

In-Depth Pricing

Playroll's pricing is fixed and straightforward, with all service fees clear and transparent from the outset. You can hire full-time employees for just $399/month or contractors at $35/month in 180+ supported regions, and global payroll management costs $2.07/month per employee. Robust compliance, payroll and statutory benefits are taken care of as part of our fixed pricing. Enjoy dedicated support for both employers and employees, at no extra cost.

RemoFirst's pricing starts at $199/month for full-time employees and $25/month for contractors. However, unlike Playroll, RemoFirst doesn't include dedicated support for employees in its fixed pricing. They are also fully reliant on third-party vendors for key services, which can bring unexpected hidden fees that are passed on from other parties – and it affects the quality of support and compliance included with their pricing.

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Competitive Pricing

Employer of Record Pricing
Starting from $399/month, per employee.
Starting at $199/month per employee.
Contractor Management Pricing
Flat fee, $35/month, per contractor.
$25/month per contractor.
Global Payroll Management
Flat fee, $2.07/month per employee.
Not available.

Customer Support

Playroll has a strong support system, including a dedicated customer support manager for employers and employees alike, with experts on compensation, local benefits, and immigration. This ensures personalized and comprehensive support for your business and employees.

RemoFirst has support available via a chat bot and email. They offer customer support managers for employers, though public reviews report slow service and difficulty getting hold of support managers. There are no dedicated support managers for employees available.

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Dedicated Human Support For Your People Problems

Employer Support
Yes
Slow response times
Employee Support
Yes
No dedicated support
Fast Response Time
Within 1.5 hours.
Long wait times.
Multi-Channel Support
Yes
Yes
Employee Portal
Yes
Yes
Reporting & Analytics
Yes
Yes
Avg. Time to Onboard
1-2 Days.
2+ Days.
Global Insights
Global hiring guides for 180+ countries.
Guidance for less than 130 countries.

Employer of Record Capabilities

With a presence in over 180 countries and a vast network of owned entities, Playroll seamlessly handles localized payroll, benefits, taxes, and compliance for your team, wherever they are. Our wide network of owned entities, backed by the VAT IT Group with 25+ years of tax and legal expertise, guarantees compliance and direct support for employers worldwide.

In contrast, RemoFirst depends entirely on third-party vendors for the regions it serves. This reliance puts your data at risk, as it must be shared with multiple third parties to provide services. Additionally, delays in communication are common, as the EOR provider must coordinate with external partners every time.

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Comprehensive EOR Coverage

Country Availability to Hire
180+ countries serviced.
180+ countries serviced.
Owned Entities
Yes
No
Localized Employee Benefits And Administration
Yes
Yes
Flexible Contracts
Yes
Limited

What You
Get With Us

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Global Country
Coverage
0
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In-House Legal
and Tax Experts
0
x
0
Dedicated Employer
& Employee Support
0
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Currencies
Supported

Contractor Management Capabilities

Playroll's contractor management platform allows you to flexibly manage payments and set up compliant contractor agreements at $35 p/month per contractor in over 180 countries. Our platform allows contractors to easily submit invoices for approval and receive timeous payment in their local currency. Playroll's misclassification assessments is included in base pricing.

In comparison, RemoFirst's contractor management solution offers less coverage at 150+ countries, and they don't offer guidance on the correct classification of employers vs. contractors.

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Remofirst

Global Contractor Management

Global Payments
Yes
Yes
Country Availability
180+ countries serviced.
150+ countries serviced.
Localized Contracts
Yes
Yes
Tax Document Management
Yes
Yes
Contractor To Employee Conversion
Yes
Yes
Free Misclassification Assessments
Yes
N/A

Global Payroll Management Capabilities

Playroll's global payroll solution covers 180+ territories in one platform, automating processes, detecting variances, and offering financial visibility in your preferred currency. It syncs seamlessly with your existing operations and in-country payroll vendors and can parse any data source, reducing administrative hours and costs.

Unlike Playroll, RemoFirst doesn't provide global payroll management, though they can handle payments and statutory contributions for your international employees as an Employer of Record.

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Global Payroll Management

Multi-Country Reporting
Yes
No
Link Your In-House Payroll Teams
Yes
No
Link Your In-Country Payroll Vendors
Yes
No
Short Onboarding Duration
1-2 days.
No
Automatic Error and Variance Detection
Yes
No
Payroll Cut-off Date Flexibility
Yes
No

Compliance & Security

Playroll is fully compliant with European GDPR rules, and is SOC2 certified. In contrast, RemoFirst depends entirely on partners to deliver their services, meaning your sensitive data could pass through multiple third parties, increasing the risk. Plus, they haven't publicly confirmed their SOC 2 compliance.

Unlike RemoFirst, Playroll is backed by 25+ years of experience in employing talent globally through the VAT IT Group.

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IP & Security

GDPR Compliant
Yes
Yes
SOC 2 Compliant
Yes
N/A
IP Protection for Businesses
Yes
Yes
Compliant Document Collection For Contractors And Employees
Yes
Yes
Flexibility To Set Up User Permissions
Yes
Yes

Integrate Your HR Tech Stack

Playroll stands out by offering quicker, seamless synchronization with your existing HR systems. Unlike other solutions that may disrupt your operations, Playroll easily and quickly syncs with your HRIS, payroll systems, and other tools.

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Integrate Your HR Tech Stack

Open API
Yes
Yes
BambooHR
Yes
N/A
HiBob
Yes
N/A
HRIS Integrations
Yes
Yes

Playroll simplified our expansion into new markets by providing a comprehensive understanding of local regulations. Through this partnership, we could immediately tick the box on compliance, at no risk to BET Software. Their platform offered a streamlined solution for managing legal and administrative tasks, enabling us to enter new regions efficiently.

Senior People Partner at BET Software
Gizelle Govender
Senior People Partner at BET Software

Playroll vs Remofirst FAQs

What are the main differences between RemoFirst and Playroll?

Remofirst and Playroll offer similar core services, including Employer of Record and Contractor solutions, and supplementary services such as immigration support. They both have a wide global coverage to simplify global hiring.

One of the main differences between Remofirst and Playroll is how they operate in their supported regions. Playroll has a large network of wholly owned entities, whilst Remofirst is fully reliant on third party partners.

This means you could face delays in communication while waiting for feedback from third parties, and the risk of hidden fees increases.

What kind of customer support does Playroll offer compared to RemoFirst?

Playroll prioritizes direct, human support for both employees and employers. You'll have a single, dedicated point of contact for assistance with employment law, benefits, and compliance.

On the other hand, RemoFirst doesn't offer dedicated support for your employees. Plus, since they rely on third-party vendors for their services, you may face communication delays as they need to go through multiple channels for any queries.

How do I pick the best EOR provider for my business?

To choose the best EOR provider for your business, look for a partner with deep experience navigating local employment, tax, social security, benefits, and data privacy laws. The ideal provider should offer transparent pricing, an intuitive platform, and reliable customer support.

Playroll meets all these criteria, with a proven track record in compliance and dedicated support for both employees and employers. Unlike legacy providers, Playroll was designed to solve common industry challenges – such as high costs and overly complex systems – making global employment simpler and more affordable.

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