WorkMotion vs Deel

Higher level of compliance - Outsourcing international hiring doesn't eliminate risk. Your provider's compliance mistakes can become your legal headaches. That’s why we adhere to the strictest laws and regulations. Thanks to our German DNA and an in-house team of legal experts, you’ll never have to worry about compliance risks.

Support that’s always within reach - Our dedicated team of local experts are easy to contact and make sure both you and your employees are in good hands. Our biggest proof point is our 90% Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) score.

Smooth & easy hiring - From ten minute employment contracts and automated workflows to a simple ticket system for queries, we ensure your day-to-day global hiring experience is quick, smooth and worry-free.

Clear & transparent - We believe in transparent pricing. What you see is what you get. No hidden costs, ever. On the other hand, Deel may include fees for extra services such as premium support fee or technology integration fee.

Direct employment options - Deel offers you an EOR solution too, but we go one step further than that. We help you hire across Europe as a direct registered foreign employer for more control and flexibility.

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Why choose WorkMotion over Deel

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WM
EOR countries covered 160+ 150+
Operate their own entities
Yes
Yes
Create an individualized, locally compliant (EOR) work contract without any waiting times
Yes
No
EOR contract negotiation (entirely within platform)
Yes: process occurs entirely within the platform interface
No
Manage payroll globally
Yes
Yes
Manage contractual changes, bonus payments, etc
Automated process after initiating the change/payment
Manual involvement needed
Talent offboarding
Country-specific workflow & guidance
Generic process
Offboarding cost calculator (estimating the costs of a termination in advance)
Yes
Yes
Ticket portal
Ticket portal to access all tickets and share them with HR colleagues
Requests have to be followed up via email
Depth of local legal knowledge (measured by the size of a typical country guide)
Very detailed (11,000 words) and constantly updated
Very basic (below 2,000 words)
Integrations with HRIS
Yes
Yes
WM
Registration as a foreign employer
Yes
No
Non-resident payroll management
Yes
Yes
Onboarding & Lifecycle support for direct employees
Yes
No
WM
Misclassification check
Mandatory check before each onboarding
Optional check
Country-specific contract templates
Yes
No
Additional contractual protection layers (e.g. IPR and confidentiality clauses)
Yes
No
Invoice management
Yes
Yes
Contractor payment in 160+ countries
Yes
Yes
WM
EOR Compliance certification (IEC)
IEC Gold Certification for EOR compliance
No
Possess official labour leasing licenses in countries, where this is a legal requirement
in 94% of entities
Below 20% of entities
*According to official public registers, listing licensed labor leasing companies in each respective country
18-months-rule test: How did companies react when asked about employing German EOR talents beyond 18 months?
Clearly educate about the compliance risks and offer suitable follow-up solution (e.g. direct employment)
Failed to flag Germany’s 18-month EOR employment limit
Operate own entities or work with partners
Mainly operate own entities (30 entities, covering more than 85% of onboardings)
Mainly operate own entities
WM
Rating on review sites
Capterra: 4.8
Trustpilot: 4.8
Capterra: 4.8
Trustpilot: 4.8
Prices
EOR: Starting from 599$
Direct employment: N/A
Contractors: Starting from 29 €
EOR: Starting from 550 €
Direct employment: N/A
Contractors: Starting from 49$

Top 3 reasons to choose WorkMotion over Deel

Unreachable compliance standards

Don't settle for compliance that’s just "good enough.” Our local employment contracts are ironclad, featuring all mandatory clauses. And we hold all the necessary licenses in our entities, ensuring unparalleled global coverage.

A support team you can trust

At WorkMotion, you're never alone. Our team is here to support you 24/7, directly on our platform. Plus, with personalised guidance from our team of local experts, both you and your employees are always in expert hands.

Effortless global hiring

Create locally compliant contracts in just 10 minutes, negotiate and make changes directly on our platform with ease, and navigate the entire process with our intuitive platform. Experience the future of global hiring – fast, simple, and stress-free.

Your clear choice for global hiring

WorkMotion offers an unmatched combination of compliance, effortless experience, personalised support, and transparent pricing. Our intuitive platform and expert guidance ensure you're always on the right side of the law, while our dedicated team is available to support you every step of the way. Ready to experience the difference?