4.7/5Pebl vs. Oyster
Hire globally without draining your budget
Hire global talent in as little as 48 hours with no entity setup. Pebl offers clear, affordable pricing, lower employer burden costs, and a larger footprint than Oyster.
Compliance is our competitive edge
Pebl leads in Compliance Governance with a 9.7 G2 rating, ahead of Oyster’s 8.4. Regular audits, certifications, and in-country legal experts make us an employer of record (EOR) trusted by governments and regulators around the globe.
Pebl vs. Oyster
Larger global reach? Check. Over a decade of experience? Check. Industry leader? Absolutely. Learn why Pebl should be your EOR partner.
Six ways Pebl outperforms Oyster
Predictable pricing, robust compliance, larger country coverage, and concierge-level customer support are just the start of what our AI-powered platform and services deliver. Discover how we exceed Oyster in essential EOR features.
Expand without an entity
Tap into talent in 185+ countries with Pebl. Oyster only reaches 120+. Get the freedom and flexibility to grow your business anywhere, minus the infrastructure setup.
More than double the EOR expertise
Pebl has been a global EOR leader since 2014. Oyster? They entered the game in 2020. Trust a provider with a proven history of delivering seamless EOR services.
Clear pricing, reduced burden
Unlike other providers, Pebl offers upfront, transparent pricing and a lower employer burden. Expand globally without any hidden surprises in your budget.
Named a global EOR leader
NelsonHall and Everest Group recognize us as an EOR industry leader for delivering fast results, long-term success, and cutting-edge tech, outpacing Oyster year after year.
Immigration, simplified
Move your talent to 185+ countries with ease. Oyster covers just 120+ countries. Pebl gives you the expert support and comprehensive coverage you need for global mobility.
Benefits that fit your team
Attract top talent and boost employee satisfaction with comprehensive, customizable benefits packages across 185+ markets.
Outperforming Oyster where it counts on G2
Take your global team to the next level with trusted compliance, smooth onboarding, and seamless integrations across 185+ countries. See how we measure up to Oyster on G2.*
*According to a G2 comparison conducted in May 2025.
Pebl’s team is very accessible and fast on their support.
Pebl helped our team onboard an extremely critical member of our international team in a short turn around time.
We now have employees across six countries and wouldn't have been able to do this without Pebl.
We appreciate their high-touch approach and emphasis on compliance. They are also delightful to work with and highly responsive.
I really like that Pebl makes it very easy and convenient for my company to hire international employees fairly quickly.
Pebl has helped us understand what is required to hire someone outside the US.
It is such a gift to be able to rely on the expertise of another organization for areas we don't have time to be the experts in.
Pebl is an essential partner in our high volume hiring and onboarding outside of the United States.
From my experience, the staff has been wonderful and very easy to work with.
I've had an exceptional experience with my HR at Pebl. Their support has been invaluable, offering tremendous assistance throughout.
I've helped SaaS start-ups expand internationally multiple times but found Pebl to provide the best experience…
VG helped our company to hire in a country where we did not have a presence, simplifying the process of workforce expansion.
Pebl’s team is very accessible and fast on their support.
Pebl helped our team onboard an extremely critical member of our international team in a short turn around time.
Pebl helped our team onboard an extremely critical member of our international team in a short turn around time.
We now have employees across six countries and wouldn't have been able to do this without Pebl.
We appreciate their high-touch approach and emphasis on compliance. They are also delightful to work with and highly responsive.
I really like that Pebl makes it very easy and convenient for my company to hire international employees fairly quickly.
Pebl has helped us understand what is required to hire someone outside the US.
It is such a gift to be able to rely on the expertise of another organization for areas we don't have time to be the experts in.
Pebl is an essential partner in our high volume hiring and onboarding outside of the United States.
From my experience, the staff has been wonderful and very easy to work with.
I've had an exceptional experience with my HR at Pebl. Their support has been invaluable, offering tremendous assistance throughout.
I've helped SaaS start-ups expand internationally multiple times but found Pebl to provide the best experience…
VG helped our company to hire in a country where we did not have a presence, simplifying the process of workforce expansion.
Pebl’s team is very accessible and fast on their support.
Everything you need to build a borderless team
Pebl’s unified platform and global HR services adapt to your needs, offering in-country expertise that supports every level of growth with flexibility and peace of mind.
Employer of Record
Hire global talent without entity setup. We compliantly hire, pay, and manage employees, anywhere.
Global Payroll
Streamline payroll with one AI-powered platform. Ensure accurate, on-time payments in 185+ countries.
Global Benefits
Offer your team tailored, competitive benefits. We handle local compliance so you can focus on growth.
Global Immigration
We handle all your talent’s immigration paperwork—from assessments to visas—so you don’t have to.
International Pensions
Give your team flexible, globally compliant retirement plans that deliver peace of mind worldwide.
Global Equity Program
Turn your company’s success into your talent’s success. Offer compliant, customized equity wherever they work.
No surprises, just honest pricing
Oyster’s pricing may look lower, but a higher employer burden adds up fast.
A Big Four accounting firm verified our employer burden and value-added tax (VAT) quotes as 99.63% accurate. Choose Pebl for transparent and reliable pricing.
Partner with a global EOR leader
Industry analysts NelsonHall and Everest Group agree we’re a global EOR leader.
With an AI-powered Global Work Platform™ and in-country experts handling benefits, immigration, pensions, equity management, and more, we’re built to scale with you and drive global success.
Advanced technology with a human touch
Automation is great—until you need a person.
To scale successfully, you need an AI-driven platform paired with experts who provide personalized support when it matters. This balance ensures a smoother, more adaptable experience for businesses growing globally.
Our CEO loves the fact that working with Pebl means we don’t need to handle everything ourselves, employ HR people in-country, or worry about compliance.
Ellen Bockelman
Chief People Officer