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Head-to-head · EOR (Employer of Record) Software

Deel vs Skuad

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Deel #1 in EOR (Employer of Record) Software 8.8/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Deel
Skuad #3 in EOR (Employer of Record) Software 8.4/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Skuad

Deel leads on 1 check, Skuad on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreDeel · 8.8/10
  • Lowest starting priceDeel · $5/user/mo

Deel scores higher on our rubric for eor (employer of record) software: 8.8 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #3.

Deel is cheaper to start at $5/user/mo against $19/user/mo.

Deel is the better fit for teams managing a broad global workforce. Skuad is the better fit for cost-conscious teams hiring across many countries.

  • Deel fits best

    Teams managing a broad global workforce

  • Skuad fits best

    Cost-conscious teams hiring across many countries

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Side by side

Feature Deel 8.8/10 Visit ↗ Skuad 8.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 8.4
Ranking #1 in EOR (Employer of Record) Software #3 in EOR (Employer of Record) Software
Best for Teams managing a broad global workforce Cost-conscious teams hiring across many countries
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $5/user/mo (best) $19/user/mo
Free plan Not checked yet —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web
Support Email, Docs Docs
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, 2FA SOC 2, GDPR
Integrations 11 integrations 70+ integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Deel 0/4 · Skuad 0/4
Contractor management Not checked yet Not checked yet
Global payroll Not checked yet Not checked yet
HRIS integrations Not checked yet Not checked yet
Equity support Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Countries supported Not checked yet Not checked yet
Local employment model Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Combines payroll, contracts, benefits, and compliance with HR tools
  • Covers employee records, time off, onboarding, performance, and planning
  • Web, iOS, Android, API, and integrations with HR and finance apps
  • EOR hiring in 160+ countries with localized employment agreements
  • Payroll, tax, benefits and immigration support for employees
  • Separate AOR and contractor-management plans for contractor workflows
Cons
  • Core's $5 price is for HRIS features, not verified EOR pricing
  • Advanced and Elite are needed for performance and compensation tools
  • The breadth may exceed the needs of teams seeking only a narrow HR tool
  • EOR starts at $199 per employee per month, with no free plan
  • Platform access is listed for web; support channels list documentation
  • Integrations include HR, accounting and time-tracking tools, but fit may vary
Our verdict

Deel brings HRIS and global workforce services together for organizations managing employees, contractors, and EOR workers across countries. Its HR tools cover employee files, organizational charts, time off, onboarding and offboarding,…

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Skuad helps companies hire employees and contractors internationally, handling employment agreements, onboarding, payroll, tax and statutory payments, benefits, and compliance. Its EOR coverage spans 160+ countries, with visa and…

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  1. DeelEOR (Employer of Record) Software 8.8Paid
  2. SkuadEOR (Employer of Record) Software 8.4Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Deel — where it wins

    • Combines payroll, contracts, benefits, and compliance with HR tools
    • Covers employee records, time off, onboarding, performance, and planning
    • Web, iOS, Android, API, and integrations with HR and finance apps

    Where it doesn't

    • Core's $5 price is for HRIS features, not verified EOR pricing
    • Advanced and Elite are needed for performance and compensation tools
    • The breadth may exceed the needs of teams seeking only a narrow HR tool

  • Skuad — where it wins

    • EOR hiring in 160+ countries with localized employment agreements
    • Payroll, tax, benefits and immigration support for employees
    • Separate AOR and contractor-management plans for contractor workflows

    Where it doesn't

    • EOR starts at $199 per employee per month, with no free plan
    • Platform access is listed for web; support channels list documentation
    • Integrations include HR, accounting and time-tracking tools, but fit may vary
  • Deel8.8/10 · Paid

    A broad platform for global employment and HR, with Core HRIS pricing starting at $5 per user monthly.

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  • Skuad8.4/10 · Paid

    A broad international hiring toolkit with EOR plans starting at $199 per employee monthly.

    Visit SkuadFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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