Rippling
HR & Payroll
Deel
HR & Payroll
Rippling vs Deel in Singapore — which is right for your business?
Both are hr & payroll tools used by Singapore businesses. Here is a side-by-side comparison covering SGD pricing, PSG eligibility, PDPA compliance, and local context to help you decide.
Singapore-specific comparison
| Criterion | Rippling | Deel |
|---|---|---|
| SGD pricing (incl. 9% GST) | S$22.10/mo | S$22.07/mo |
| Free tier | No | No |
| PSG grant eligible | Checking | Checking |
| PDPA compliant | No | No |
| SG / APAC data centre | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| GST / InvoiceNow ready | No | No |
| PayNow / local bank feeds | No | No |
| CPF payroll support | No | No |
| SkillsFuture eligible | No | No |
Stackd verdict
Rippling
Rippling's global capabilities, including EOR services and local currency payments, make it attractive for Singapore businesses with international hiring needs, though local compliance specifics like CPF and GST are not explicitly detailed.
Deel
Singapore SMEs exploring HR & Payroll solutions for their local and international teams may find Deel relevant, though its specific PSG eligibility and local compliance features require further confirmation.
Pros & cons — Singapore view
Rippling
Pros
+Unified platform for HR, IT, and Spend management
+Supports global payroll and Employer of Record services
+Automates onboarding, offboarding, and compliance (general)
+Comprehensive features for recruiting, learning, and performance management
Cons
–Custom pricing, not transparent upfront
–No explicit mention of Singapore-specific tax (GST) or CPF compliance
–No confirmed local data centre in Singapore
Deel
Pros
+Streamlined international hiring and payroll (assumed)
+Potential for productivity improvements (assumed)
+Category generally supported by PSG
+Simplifies international payments
Cons
–Deel's PSG eligibility is unconfirmed
–No specific local compliance features mentioned
–Implementation costs might not be fully covered
Who should choose which
Choose Rippling if...
›SMEs expanding globally
›Startups needing integrated HR/IT/Finance
›MNCs managing distributed workforces
›Employees of Rippling-using companies
Choose Deel if...
›SMEs (HR & Payroll solutions are often PSG eligible)
›Startups
›Companies with international remote teams
›Freelancers
Singapore FAQ
Is Rippling available in Singapore?
Yes, Rippling's platform lists Singapore as a headquarters option, and it offers global payroll and Employer of Record services that support hiring employees abroad.
Does Rippling support SGD pricing?
The pricing page indicates custom quotes. While it supports paying employees in local currencies via its Global Employer of Record services, it is unconfirmed if the software itself is priced in SGD.
Is Rippling PSG-eligible?
The provided search results do not mention Rippling being PSG-eligible.
Is Rippling PDPA compliant?
The provided search results do not explicitly mention Rippling's PDPA compliance.
Want to explore each tool further?
Read our full Singapore reviews before deciding.