Deel vs Remote
Two of the biggest EOR platforms, priced almost identically on paper. The real differences are in FX spread, country coverage, and how the entities are owned. Here's the honest breakdown.
Deel
- Widest country coverage
- LATAM owned entities
- Negotiable on FX at scale
- High default FX spread (~3%)
Remote
- 100% owned entities
- Strong compliance posture
- Best for audit-sensitive markets
- Smaller country list than Deel
| Dimension | Deel | Remote |
|---|---|---|
| Base monthly fee | $599/employee | $599/employee |
| FX spread | ~3.0% | ~2.0% |
| Setup fee | None | None |
| Deposit | 1 month(s) salary | 1 month(s) salary |
| Contract term | month-to-month | month-to-month |
| Entity model | Mixed, owned + partners | 100% owned entities |
| Country coverage | ~150 countries | ~85 countries |
| Best for | Widest reach, LATAM-heavy hiring | Audit-grade compliance, regulated industries |
Pick Deel if…
- • You're hiring across LATAM (Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Argentina)
- • You need a country Remote doesn't cover
- • You're at 15+ hires and can negotiate FX down from 3%
- • You want the broadest contractor + EOR + payroll stack on one platform
Pick Remote if…
- • Compliance is non-negotiable (financial services, healthcare, public sector)
- • Your target countries are all on Remote's owned-entity list
- • You want the lower default FX spread (~2%) without negotiating
- • You value a smaller, more focused product surface
Want the real all-in cost for your hire, including FX and statutory contributions? Run the EOR cost calculator , it compares Deel, Remote, and 5 other platforms side-by-side for your country and salary.
FAQ
Is Deel or Remote cheaper?
Headline pricing is similar, both start around $599/employee/month. The real cost difference shows up in FX spread (Deel ~3%, Remote ~2%) and negotiation room at scale. For salaries paid in non-USD currencies, that FX gap typically adds $50–$200/employee/month versus the sticker price.
Which has better country coverage?
Deel has the wider footprint (150+ countries) using a mix of owned entities and in-country partners. Remote covers fewer countries (~85) but operates 100% owned entities, better for audit-sensitive industries like financial services and healthcare.
Owned entity vs partner, does it matter?
For most hires, no. For regulated industries, IP-sensitive roles, or hires in countries with strict misclassification enforcement (Germany, Spain, France), owned entities give you a cleaner compliance chain and faster issue resolution.
Can I negotiate either one?
Yes. Both offer ~10–20% off list at 5+ employees, and Deel will negotiate on FX spread at scale (15+ employees). Always ask both for a written quote before signing.