Compare Foothold America
Global platforms cover the world. We cover the US.
Global Employer of Record platforms are built to hire in many countries at once. That breadth is useful, until your US team needs someone who knows how New York and Texas differ.
We have worked on nothing but the US since 2015. Here is how we compare with the providers companies ask us about most, honestly and side by side.
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Your options
There are three ways to employ people in the US.
Each one suits a different kind of company. The right choice depends on where you hire, how much control you want and how much support you need.
Global platform
Hire through a platform that covers many countries, with the US as one market among dozens.
Wide reach, thinner US depth.
Do it yourself
Set up your own entity, payroll, benefits and compliance, and keep track of every state rule in-house.
Full control, full responsibility.
US specialist
Work with a team that focuses only on the US, from your first hire to a full US operation.
That is Foothold America.
At a glance
Foothold America vs a global platform.
Global platforms do some things very well, especially hiring across many countries at once. This is where a US specialist tends to look different.
Foothold America
Global platform
Focus
Foothold America
- The US only, every day since 2015
Global platform
- The US as one country on a long list
Support
Foothold America
- A dedicated HR team who knows your people
Global platform
- A help centre and a ticket queue
Compliance
Foothold America
- State and local rules checked by specialists
Global platform
- Mostly automated, with general guidance
Benefits
Foothold America
- Packages shaped around your budget and team
Global platform
- A standard package chosen for scale
Pricing
Foothold America
- Fees agreed up front, explained clearly
Global platform
- A headline fee, with add-ons on top
Growing up
Foothold America
- Employer of Record, then your own entity and PEO+, with one team
Global platform
- Outgrow the platform and start again
The comparisons
Side by side, provider by provider.
The six providers companies ask us about most. Each one does some things well. Here is where they fit, and where we differ.
Foothold America vs
Deel
A global HR and payroll platform covering well over 100 countries, with Employer of Record, contractor management and its own HR software.
Best for
Companies hiring in many countries at once who want one global system.
Where we differ
- US-only focus, not one market among many
- Compliance checked by people, not just software
- A named HR team instead of a help centre
Foothold America vs
Remote
A global Employer of Record and payroll platform, built for companies hiring across many countries at the same time.
Best for
Distributed teams spread across lots of countries.
Where we differ
- Dedicated HR support, not a ticket queue
- US benefits shaped around your budget
- Employment law advice from US specialists
Foothold America vs
Papaya Global
A global payroll and workforce platform, mainly used by larger companies running payroll in many countries.
Best for
Enterprises bringing global payroll into one platform.
Where we differ
- Fees agreed up front, with no surprises later
- People first, platform second
- Benefits and payroll handled by one team
Foothold America vs
G-P
Globalization Partners is one of the longest-running global Employer of Record providers, working mostly with large enterprises.
Best for
Large companies that need cover worldwide.
Where we differ
- Value for money for small and mid-sized teams
- A dedicated HR team that knows your business
- Deep US knowledge, not global generalists
Foothold America vs
PGC Group
A US business expansion consultancy offering entity setup, payroll and Employer of Record, popular with recruitment firms.
Best for
Recruitment businesses setting up in the US.
Where we differ
- Clear pricing, agreed before anyone is hired
- Full HR support, from first hire to PEO+
- Benefits and payroll handled by one team
Foothold America vs
Oyster HR
A global employment platform for distributed teams, focused on hiring across many countries.
Best for
Remote-first companies hiring in lots of countries.
Where we differ
- A boutique service with a personal touch
- One team who knows your people by name
- US specialists for benefits and compliance
Why clients switch to us
In their words.
“We stumbled over employee benefits before Foothold America came in and got us sorted.”
Sr. People Partner, UK Software Company
“Our small HR department isn’t equipped with the knowledge to handle US employees.”
Head of HR, UK Financial Services Firm
“We can work with one partner through every stage of our growth.”
CMO, Norway IT Company
Thinking of switching?
“Most people who call me about switching are not unhappy with the software. They are unhappy that nobody knows their team. Tell me what you use today, and I will tell you honestly whether moving makes sense.”
Laurie Spicer
Director of US Expansion. UK based.
What to expect on the call
- No sales pitch, just an honest read on your situation
- 15 minutes, 30 minutes or an hour, depending on what you need
- A clear next step by the end, whether that involves us or not
- Come as you are, no prep needed
Book a call with Laurie
FAQs
Straight answers about choosing the right partner for your US expansion.
Yes. We plan the move with you so your team’s pay and benefits carry on without a gap. One call with Laurie is the best place to start.
Yes. We focus on the US alone, which is why we know it so well. If you need to hire in many countries at once, a global platform may suit you better, and we will tell you so.
No. Our Employer of Record service lets you hire in the US without one. When you are ready for your own entity, we can set it up and move your team across.
Fees depend on what you need, and they are agreed up front. Talk to Laurie, or try our service calculator for an estimate.
See the difference for yourself.
Tell us who you use today and what is not working. One conversation is often enough to know whether switching makes sense.
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