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Quick answer: Employer of Record (EOR) software lets you hire full-time international employees without setting up a local entity. The 2026 leaders are Deel (broadest coverage, fastest self-serve), Papaya Global (enterprise consolidation), Playroll (transparent flat-fee pricing), Employment Hero (bundled HR + payroll + EOR), and Payoneer Workforce (contractor-focused). Choose Deel for SMB-to-mid-market global hiring, Papaya for enterprise consolidation, and Playroll for managed EOR with dedicated account support.