Compare global hiring providers on documented evidence
Independent ratings of employer of record, contractor of record and global payroll providers. Every score follows the same 100-point methodology, and every fact shows its source and check date.
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- Employer of recordAn employer of record legally employs people on your behalf in countries where you do not have your own entity. Compare EOR providers by coverage, entity model, pricing transparency and compliance.
- Contractor of recordA contractor of record engages independent contractors on your behalf, handles contracts, classification checks and payments, and gives you one invoice. Compare COR providers by compliance model, payout options and fees.
- Agent of recordAn agent of record manages contractor compliance and administration on your behalf while you keep the direct relationship with your contractors. Compare AOR services by scope, payments and documentation.
- Global payrollGlobal payroll providers run payroll for employees employed by your own entities in several countries, on one platform. Compare them by country coverage, integrations and how they handle local filings.
- Contractor managementContractor management platforms help you onboard, contract and pay independent contractors directly. Compare them by payout options, fees, compliance tools and integrations.
How we score providers
Each provider is scored out of 100 across eight weighted criteria: coverage, pricing transparency, compliance, services, payments, platform, reputation and industry expertise. Scores change only when the underlying evidence changes.
- Country coverage and employment model20
- Pricing and cost transparency15
- Compliance and legal infrastructure15
- Services and capabilities15
- Payments and financial operations10
- Platform and technology10
- Customer experience and reputation10
- Industry and use-case expertise5
Why you can trust these ratings
- Every provider is scored with the same published 100-point methodology.
- Each fact is labeled as verified, vendor claim, not disclosed or quote required, with a source and check date.
- Providers cannot pay for a higher score or ranking position.
- Providers can submit corrections backed by verifiable evidence.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between an employer of record and a contractor of record?
An employer of record legally employs workers on your behalf and runs local payroll, taxes and statutory benefits. A contractor of record engages independent contractors on your behalf, handles contracts, classification checks and payments, but does not make them employees.
How are providers scored?
Providers are scored out of 100 across eight criteria with fixed weights: country coverage and employment model (20), pricing transparency (15), compliance (15), services (15), payments (10), platform (10), customer experience and reputation (10) and industry expertise (5). The full methodology is published on the methodology page.
Can providers pay to rank higher?
No. Commercial relationships do not affect scores or ranking positions. Any affiliate or partner relationship is disclosed on the page where it applies.
How often is provider data updated?
High-change data such as pricing, country availability, payment methods and product features is reviewed regularly. Each provider page shows the date its data was last verified.