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STOA rating

5.6 / 10

Openness

OPENNESS 4/10API 2/3 · Export 0/3 · Contract 0/2 · Integrations 2/2

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Oyster customers with an account can create a Developer App to use the public API. docs.oysterhr.com, checked 9 Oct 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Connections

Zapier lists an Oyster integration. zapier.com, checked 9 Oct 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Oyster runs an integrations page listing HR tools that connect to it. oysterhr.com, checked 9 Oct 2026 (opens in a new tab)

What it does

Global employment platform — hire, onboard, pay, and manage employees and contractors across a wide range of countries without local entities. Handles compliance, payroll in multiple currencies, benefits, and tax filings. Contractor: $29/month. EOR: $699/employee/month. No free tier.

Strengths

180+ countries for contractors, 120+ for EOR — one of the broadest
All-inclusive pricing with no hidden fees
Built-in misclassification analyzer prevents compliance mistakes
AI assistant for global employment regulations

Weaknesses

EOR at $699/employee/month is expensive for small teams
No free tier — contractor management is free only for the first 30 days
Limited benefits customization in some countries
Need separate tools for recruiting and performance reviews

Key features

Hire employees in 120+ countries via Employer of Record
Pay in 140+ currencies with automated payroll
Compliance with local labor laws, benefits, and tax filings
Misclassification analyzer for contractor risk
Oyster AI answers global employment questions instantly

AI features

AI chatbot powered by GPT-4o answers global employment regulation questions from expert-vetted content. Does not access personal employee data.

STOA verdict

Best bet for hiring employees internationally without foreign entities. All-inclusive pricing keeps things simple. At $699/employee, not cheap — but it helps you avoid the legal complexity of setting up foreign offices. Best for teams with several international hires.