Globalization Partners vs Deel: Which Is Better for Contractors in 2025?
Quick Comparison
| Feature | Globalization Partners | Deel | Kontrable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price (10 contractors) | $990+/mo | $490/mo | $99/mo |
| Payment flow | Through platform | Through platform | Direct (you control) |
| Best for | Enterprise employees | Employees + contractors | Contractors only |
Globalization Partners Overview
Globalization Partners (G-P) is an enterprise-focused Employer of Record (EOR) platform that specializes in hiring full-time employees internationally. They provide comprehensive HR, payroll, benefits, and compliance services for large organizations expanding globally.
G-P charges premium per-employee fees (typically $99+ per seat) and handles all payments through their platform. They focus on enterprise clients with complex compliance needs and dedicated account management.
Deel Overview
Deel is a global employment platform that offers EOR services, contractor management, and payroll solutions. They provide HR tools, compliance support, and payment processing for international teams of all sizes.
Deel charges per employee or contractor per month (typically $49 per seat) and processes all payments through their platform. They serve both SMBs and enterprises with flexible pricing tiers.
The Problem Both Platforms Share
Both Globalization Partners and Deel are built primarily for Employer of Record (EOR) services—hiring full-time employees internationally. This makes sense if you need:
- Local payroll compliance and tax withholding
- Benefits administration (health insurance, retirement)
- Employment law coverage and HR support
But if you're working with independent contractors who handle their own taxes and already have Wise, PayPal, or Payoneer accounts, you're paying $49-$99+ per contractor per month for infrastructure you don't need.
A Different Approach: Kontrable
We built Kontrable specifically for businesses working with independent contractors (not employees):
- Direct payments: Pay contractors via your existing Wise, PayPal, or Payoneer accounts—no middleman, no per-transaction fees
- $99/month flat: Manage up to 25 contractors for one predictable price (vs $490-$990+ on EOR platforms)
- Contractor-focused tools: Contracts, scopes of work, milestone tracking, invoice management, and payment confirmations
- Clean audit trail: Every payment linked to milestones, with proof and contractor confirmation for finance
You keep control of your funds, pay contractors directly in their preferred currency, and maintain a complete audit trail—all without EOR fees or payment processing markups.
Who Should Choose What
Choose Globalization Partners if:
You're an enterprise hiring full-time employees internationally and need premium EOR services with dedicated account management and complex compliance support.
Choose Deel if:
You need to hire full-time employees in countries where you don't have a legal entity, and you want comprehensive HR, benefits, and compliance support at a more accessible price point.
Choose Kontrable if:
You're working with 5-25 independent contractors who handle their own taxes, and you want to pay them directly while maintaining clean records and audit trails—without paying $49-$99+ per contractor per month.