Deel
Score 90
Oyster
Score 82
Quick Verdict
Winner: Deel
Deel currently ranks higher for overall value. Oyster remains a strong option for specific workflows.
| Feature | Deel | Oyster | Winner |
|---|
| Starting price | 49 USD | 29 USD | Oyster |
| Editor score | 90 | 82 | Deel |
| Category overlap | hr-education | hr-education | Tie |
Choose Deel if...
- - Fast-growing startups hiring globally without local entities
- - Remote-first companies with distributed teams across multiple countries
- - Businesses transitioning contractors to full-time employees internationally
Choose Oyster if...
- - Remote-first companies building equitable global teams
- - Startups offering equity to international employees
- - Organizations prioritizing employee benefits and experience
Is Deel better than Oyster?
Deel currently leads by score, but both tools can be the right fit depending on your use case.