Employer of record services · ranked #12 of 15
RemoFirst: review, pricing and alternatives
RemoFirst ranks twelfth: the $199 EOR starting price is the lowest here and there are no minimums, but it works through partners, not owned entities.
RemoFirst at a glance
- Rank
- #12 of 15 in employer of record services
- Best for
- Startups wanting the lowest entry price
- Pricing
- Per employee / month
- Free option
- Free plan
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, United States
- Key features
- Employer of record, Global payroll, Contractor management, RemoHealth benefits, Visa and work permits
- Last checked
- 2026-11-15
Where RemoFirst wins
- RemoFirst is built for a seed-stage company of 40 that needs to hire an engineer in Poland next month.
- The pricing page lists EOR from $199, a free contractor tier and no annual contracts or minimums, which is the gentlest start on this list.
- The homepage cites 185+ countries for EOR and 110+ for visas.
- The terms page gives a San Francisco address for RemoFirst Inc. A partner-led model is cheaper to run, which explains the price, and the place in the table.
Where it falls short
- The homepage says RemoFirst relies on exclusive partners in each country, not owned entities, so the legal employer is a third party.
- Speed and accuracy claims about its AI have no evidence on the page, and one product is labelled coming soon.
- The copyright line reads 2024.
- Buyers who need the employing entity to be owned by the provider, or who want to read a long track record.
Our verdict on RemoFirst
RemoFirst is built for a seed-stage company of 40 that needs to hire an engineer in Poland next month. The pricing page lists EOR from $199, a free contractor tier and no annual contracts or minimums, which is the gentlest start on this list. The homepage cites 185+ countries for EOR and 110+ for visas.
The terms page gives a San Francisco address for RemoFirst Inc. A partner-led model is cheaper to run, which explains the price, and the place in the table.
Where RemoFirst falls short
The homepage says RemoFirst relies on exclusive partners in each country, not owned entities, so the legal employer is a third party. Speed and accuracy claims about its AI have no evidence on the page, and one product is labelled coming soon. The copyright line reads 2024.
The $199 figure varies by country.
Who should look elsewhere
Buyers who need the employing entity to be owned by the provider, or who want to read a long track record. A provider with owned entities is the safer fit.
RemoFirst pricing
EOR from $199 per employee per month (varies by country); free contractor tier; premium contractor $25; RemoHealth benefits from $55 per person; no annual contracts or minimums.
Pricing as published by the vendor on the date above; check the vendor's pricing page before you buy.
RemoFirst fact sheet
| Rank | #12 of 15 in employer of record services |
|---|---|
| Category | Employer of record services |
| Best for | Startups wanting the lowest entry price |
| Pricing model | Per employee / month |
| Free option | Free plan |
| Headquarters | San Francisco, United States |
| Company | RemoFirst Inc. |
| Address | 415 Mission St, 94105, San Francisco, United States |
| Vendor size | Independent or mid-sized vendor |
| Website | www.remofirst.com |
| Last checked | 2026-11-15 |
Key features
- Employer of record
- Global payroll
- Contractor management
- RemoHealth benefits
- Visa and work permits
Alternatives to RemoFirst
PlayrollEOR, payroll, entity setup and immigration provider. Per employee / month.
SkuadEOR and contractor platform, owned by Payoneer. Per employee / month.
LanoPayroll consolidation with an EOR add-on. Per employee / month.Also ranked in
- #12 of 15 in employer of record services
Sources checked
- EOR from $199 per employee per month; free contractor tier; no minimums Source
- EOR in 185+ countries through partners, not owned entities Source
- Remofirst Inc., 415 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94105 Source
RemoFirst: common questions
What is RemoFirst?
RemoFirst is partner-based EOR, payroll and contractor platform. RemoFirst ranks twelfth: the $199 EOR starting price is the lowest here and there are no minimums, but it works through partners, not owned entities.
How much does RemoFirst cost?
EOR from $199 per employee per month (varies by country); free contractor tier; premium contractor $25; RemoHealth benefits from $55 per person; no annual contracts or minimums.
Does RemoFirst have a free plan?
Free plan. EOR from $199 per employee per month (varies by country); free contractor tier; premium contractor $25; RemoHealth benefits from $55 per person; no annual contracts or minimums.
What is RemoFirst best for?
RemoFirst is best for startups wanting the lowest entry price. RemoFirst ranks twelfth: the $199 EOR starting price is the lowest here and there are no minimums, but it works through partners, not owned entities.
Where is RemoFirst based?
RemoFirst is published by RemoFirst Inc., headquartered in San Francisco, United States.
Who should not use RemoFirst?
Buyers who need the employing entity to be owned by the provider, or who want to read a long track record. A provider with owned entities is the safer fit.
What are the best alternatives to RemoFirst?
In our employer of record services ranking the closest alternatives are Playroll, Skuad, Lano. See the full ranking for the other options.