Our Review & Comparison
Methodology
How we evaluate Employer of Record providers
When reviewing and comparing EOR providers, we focus on a consistent set of practical factors that matter during early decision-making and shortlisting.
Country coverage and depth
We look beyond headline country counts. Coverage is evaluated based on whether a provider offers meaningful, operational support in a country, including employment contracts, payroll handling, and local compliance processes, not just nominal availability.
Compliance and employment scope
Different providers include different levels of compliance support. We assess what is typically covered, such as statutory benefits, tax handling, and employment administration, as well as where responsibilities fall back on the client.
Pricing structure and transparency
Rather than focusing on advertised entry prices, we examine how pricing is structured, what is commonly included, and which costs are typically excluded or variable. This helps surface realistic expectations instead of promotional figures.
Onboarding and ongoing support
We consider how onboarding is generally handled, typical timelines, and the type of ongoing support offered once employees are active. This includes the clarity of processes rather than promises of speed.
These factors are applied consistently across providers to support clearer comparisons.
How “Best EOR by Country” lists are created
EmployerRecords publishes country-specific EOR lists to help teams understand which providers are commonly suitable for hiring in a given location.
“Best” in this context does not mean universally superior. It reflects providers that are generally well-suited for common use cases in that country, based on factors such as local coverage depth, compliance scope, pricing suitability, and reliability signals.
There is no single best EOR for every company. Rankings and recommendations can vary depending on company size, hiring volume, industry, and long-term plans. Our country lists are intended to support shortlisting, not final selection.
How pricing information is handled
Employer of Record pricing is rarely fixed or uniform. Costs vary meaningfully by country due to differences in employment law, statutory benefits, tax structures, currency exposure, and the level of service included. Provider pricing models also differ, which makes direct comparison difficult.
For these reasons, EmployerRecords presents pricing as indicative ranges rather than fixed quotes. These ranges are intended to reflect what companies commonly encounter in practice, not headline or promotional figures.
Pricing information across the platform is used to:
- Provide a realistic planning context during early-stage evaluation
- Highlight relative cost differences between countries and regions
- Explain the factors that typically increase or reduce total EOR costs
When presenting pricing, we focus on how fees are structured and what is commonly included, such as payroll processing, statutory compliance, and basic HR administration. We also highlight areas where costs often vary, including benefits, contract complexity, currency handling, and additional support services.
Displayed prices are not offers and should not be treated as contractual. Actual pricing may differ based on provider terms, benefits selected, employee role, hiring volume, and changes in local regulations.
Where relevant, pricing context is reviewed and updated to reflect material market shifts or regulatory changes. The goal is not to predict exact costs, but to help teams plan with fewer surprises before engaging providers directly.
Sources of information
Information used across EmployerRecords is drawn from multiple sources, including:
- Public documentation from EOR providers
- Country-specific employment and labor regulations
- Provider disclosures and published materials
- Aggregated customer-reported insights and market observations
- Ongoing monitoring of changes in global hiring practices
- We do not rely on a single source when evaluating providers or countries.
Review and update process
EmployerRecords content is reviewed on an ongoing basis. Provider coverage, pricing context, and country guidance are revisited periodically to reflect changes in regulations, service offerings, or market conditions.
Significant updates are incorporated when identified, and content is adjusted accordingly to maintain accuracy and relevance.
Disclosure and independence
EmployerRecords may earn referral fees from some EOR providers. This does not influence how providers are evaluated or compared. All providers are reviewed using the same criteria and framework.