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Rippling vs Oyster HR

Detailed comparison to help you choose the right Employer of Record for your global team.

Quick Verdict

Choose Rippling if:

Unified HR/IT/Finance platform

Choose Oyster HR if:

Fast onboarding (48 hours)

Rippling

From $499/mo

Unified workforce platform combining HR, IT, and Finance. 600+ app integrations.

50+ countries supported

Contractor Management
Global Payroll
Benefits Administration
Visa & Immigration
Expense Management
Equity Management

Pros

  • Unified HR + IT + Finance
  • Powerful automation workflows
  • Excellent integrations
  • Device management included

Cons

  • No visa support
  • Fewer supported countries
  • Steeper learning curve

Oyster HR

From $599/mo

180+ countries coverage with visa sponsorship included. Oyster Academy for development.

180+ countries supported

Contractor Management
Global Payroll
Benefits Administration
Visa & Immigration
Expense Management
Equity Management

Pros

  • Purpose-built for remote-first companies
  • Excellent UX/UI
  • Strong equity management
  • Total cost calculator

Cons

  • No visa support
  • No expense management
  • Limited enterprise features

Feature Comparison

FeatureRipplingOyster HR
Starting price$499/mo$599/mo
Countries supported50+180+
Contractor Management
Global Payroll
Benefits Administration
Visa & Immigration
Expense Management
Equity Management

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