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Remote vs Paylocity

An independent, side-by-side comparison of two HR Software providers — scores, pricing, company-size fit, and strengths — to help you pick the right one.

Remote vs Paylocity at a glance

Editorial sub-scores are RankedVendors estimates.

RemotePaylocity
Overall score85/10089/100
TierPremiumElite
Capability (editorial)8787
Ease of use (editorial)8287
Value (editorial)8188
Best forSmall business, Mid-market, EnterpriseSmall business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Pricing modelQuote-basedQuote-based
Headquarters
Founded

Verdict

Paylocity is the higher-ranked of the two on RankedVendors (89/100 vs 85/100), but both are credible HR Software options. Remote fits small business, mid-market, enterprise; Paylocity fits small business, mid-market, enterprise. Match the shortlist to your size and must-have features, and trial before committing.

Where each one stands out

Remote

Remote handles hiring, payroll, and people operations.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

Read Remote review

Paylocity

Paylocity handles hiring, payroll, and people operations.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

Read Paylocity review

Remote vs Paylocity — FAQ

Is Remote better than Paylocity?

On RankedVendors, Paylocity scores 89/100 versus Remote's 85/100, so Paylocity ranks higher overall in HR Software. The right choice still depends on your size, budget, and must-have features — see the breakdown above.

What is the difference between Remote and Paylocity?

Remote handles hiring, payroll, and people operations. Paylocity handles hiring, payroll, and people operations. Both compete in HR Software; compare their strengths and best-fit company sizes above.

Which is better value, Remote or Paylocity?

Our editorial value scores put Remote at 81/100 and Paylocity at 88/100. Remote is Quote-based; Paylocity is Quote-based. Request quotes from both to compare against your scale.