PIO vs Plane

See how PIO and Plane compare for your next hire

PIO's EOR starts at $299 per employee monthly, with Contractor plans from $19, combined in one platform with native virtual cards. Plane prices EOR, Contractors, US employees, and HRIS separately, with EOR reaching $499 per hire. Compare a matched quote before deciding.

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Which platform fits your hiring plan?

The best fit shifts depending on whether you need one bundled platform or separately priced products for each worker type.

1

Lower starting prices with PIO

PIO's EOR starts at $299 per employee a month and Contractor management starts at $19 a month, both inside one platform.[1][2]

2

Plane prices each product separately

Plane charges per worker type: $0 for HRIS, $39 for Contractors, $19 for US Employees, and $499 for EOR hires, each per person per month.[1]

3

Native virtual cards for expense control

PIO offers a native business virtual-card product so you can manage employee and contractor expenses without adding a separate spend-management vendor.[1]

PIO vs Plane, side by side

Check which product lines you actually need, then compare what's included and your full price.

Product structure

PIO
One platform for EOR, global payroll, and Contractor management, with native business virtual cards for employee and contractor expenses.[1][2][3]
Plane
Four separately priced products: HRIS at $0/month, Contractors at $39/month, US Employees at $19/month, and EOR at $499/month per person.[1]

EOR starting price

PIO
From $299 per employee/month[1]
Plane
Flat rate of $499 per employee/month, with monthly contracts and no setup, cancellation, or hidden fees[1]

Contractor starting price

PIO
$19 per contractor/month, with fixed, pay-as-you-go, and milestone Contractor models[1][2]
Plane
$39 per contractor/month, covering 240+ countries and 70+ currencies[1]

EOR country coverage

PIO
Ask PIO to confirm EOR coverage for your target country in your quote
Plane
Hire EOR employees in 100+ countries, with employee benefits reaching 175+ countries[1]

Support

PIO
Live chat, email, and phone support[1]
Plane
24/5 support by email, chat, or Slack, with guided per-country onboarding[1]

Compare both platforms using one real hire

Use the same worker and country for both quotes so every difference is one you'll actually pay for.

  1. Step 1

    Define the role

    Define the worker type, country, compensation, start date, and expense needs for the role you're hiring.

  2. Step 2

    Get matched quotes

    Request quotes for the same scope from both providers, then compare which product lines you need, recurring and one-time fees, and support ownership.

  3. Step 3

    Explore PIO directly

    Create a PIO account to explore the platform yourself, or book a demo if you're planning a migration or need a country-specific review.

PIO vs Plane FAQ

Is PIO cheaper than Plane for EOR hiring?

PIO's EOR plan starts at $299 per employee a month, while Plane charges a flat $499 per employee a month for EOR. Get a full quote for your specific country before comparing totals.[1][2]

What's included in Plane's pricing?

Plane prices four products separately: HRIS is $0 per person a month, Contractors are $39, US Employees are $19, and EOR hires are $499. There's no minimum charge, setup fee, or hidden cost, and you can cancel anytime.[1]

Does Plane charge setup or cancellation fees for EOR?

No. Plane's EOR plan runs on monthly contracts with no startup, cancellation, or hidden fees.[1]

What support does Plane offer for EOR employees?

Plane provides 24/5 support by email, chat, or Slack, along with guided onboarding for each country you hire in.[1]

Ready to hire with PIO?

Create your account to explore PIO, or book a demo for a country-specific walkthrough.