Playroll Vs WorkMotion: Choosing the Best EOR Platform

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Why Companies Choose Playroll Over WorkMotion

Dedicated, Human Support

Each employer and employee get a dedicated point of contact with quick response times.

Competitive Pricing

Save annually with transparent EOR pricing – no hidden fees.

180+ Country Coverage

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

Guaranteed Compliance

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

Playroll vs WorkMotion 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 WorkMotion.

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 from just €342/month or contractors at €33/month in 180+ supported regions. Compliance, dedicated support, payroll and your employer taxes are also taken care of as part of our fixed pricing.

In comparison, WorkMotion's fees start at €499 p/month for full-time employees – making it more difficult to scale affordably.

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Competitive Pricing

Employer of Record Pricing
Starting from $399 (€342)/month, per employee.
Starting from $580 (€499)/month, per employee.
Contractor Management Pricing
Flat fee, $35 (€33)/month, per contractor.
Starting at $33 (€29)/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.

WorkMotion offers Customer Success Managers and Talent Managers, but has received negative reviews for lengthy delays in response times from their customer support teams. WorkMotion's support mainly operates through a ticketing system, while Playroll prioritizes direct support.

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Dedicated Human Support For Your People Problems

Employer Support
Yes
Slower response times.
Employee Support
Yes
Slower response times.
Fast Response Time
Within 1.5 hours.
Long wait times.
Multi-Channel Support
Yes
Yes
Employee Portal
Yes
Yes
Reporting & Analytics
User-friendly reporting.
Yes
Avg. Time to Onboard
1-2 Days.
2+ Days
Global Insights
Global hiring guides for 180+ countries.
Limited in-depth country guidance.

Employer of Record Capabilities

With a footprint in 180+ countries and a large network of owned entities, Playroll takes care of localized payroll, benefits, taxes, and compliance for your team, no matter where they are.

WorkMotion offers less coverage at 160+ countries. What's more, WorkMotion mainly advertises their services to European companies, with less direct expertise outside of Europe. Meanwhile, Playroll is ready to support your business no matter the location with a robust global network of owned entities.

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Comprehensive EOR Coverage

Country Availability to Hire
180+ countries serviced.
160+ countries serviced.
Localized Employee Benefits And Administration
Yes
Yes
Flexible Contracts
Yes
Yes

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 includes invoice management and payments for a flat fee of $35/month per contractor in over 180 countries. Our platform allows contractors to easily submit invoices for approval and receive payment in their local currency. Misclassification assessments for risk protection come free of charge.

WorkMotion charges similar pricing, starting from $33/month per contractor. However, they offer less country coverage at 160+ regions. Since WorkMotion specializes in European regions, you might find their direct support for countractor management in other regions more limited.

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Global Contractor Management

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

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, WorkMotion 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
Limited
Link Your In-House Payroll Teams
Yes
N/A
Link Your In-Country Payroll Vendors
Yes
N/A
Short Onboarding Duration
1-2 days.
N/A
Automatic Error and Variance Detection
Yes
N/A
Payroll Cut-off Date Flexibility
Yes
N/A

Compliance & Security

Playroll is fully compliant with European GDPR rules. We have achieved the rigorous SOC2 certification, which aims to safeguard the security of client data.

WorkMotion does not disclose SOC2 certification. Unlike WorkMotion, 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
N/A

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
Yes
HiBob
Yes
Yes
HRIS Integrations
Yes
Yes

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.

Senior Office Manager & HR People Partner, Exalate
Sherene Binni
Senior Office Manager & HR People Partner, Exalate

Playroll vs WorkMotion FAQs

What does Playroll's services cost compared to WorkMotion?

Playroll's pricing starts at just €342/month for full-time employees and €33/month for contractors across 180+ supported regions. This includes compliance, dedicated support, payroll, and employer taxes – everything covered under one transparent, fixed price with no hidden fees.

For comparison, WorkMotion's fees start at €499/month for full-time employees, which can make scaling your team more costly. They support only 160+ regions and are primarily focused on Europe, whereas Playroll offers truly global coverage. This means you get a broader scope of service for a more affordable price with Playroll, no matter where you're hiring.

What are the main differences between WorkMotion and Playroll?

WorkMotion and Playroll both offer Employer of Record solutions, and supplementary services such as benefits management.

One of the main differences between WorkMotion and Playroll is the price tag when it comes to EOR Services. Playroll starts from €342/month per employee, whereas WorkMotion's pricing starts at €499 per employee. This difference in cost can quickly add up when building a team at scale. WorkMotion has received negative reviews of slow service from their support team, while Playroll is lauded for the quality of its customer service and fast response times.

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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