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Loom vs Deel

Remote and Distributed Teams · Global

Async Communication

Loom

Remote and Distributed Teams · Global

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HR & Recruiting AI

Deel

Global Contractor & Payroll Platform · Global

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Specification Matrix

MetricLoomDeel
Starting Price$12.5/moBetter$49/mo
API Rate Limit100 req/min150 req/minBetter
Target CountryGlobalGlobal
CategoryAsync CommunicationHR & Recruiting AI
ComplianceGDPR, SOC2, CCPAGDPR, SOC2, CCPA, POPIA
Hosting RegionsUS, EUUS-East, EU-West, AP-Southeast
Native Integrations6 listedBetter6 listed

Loom — Key Specs

  • Record screen + camera in 1 click
  • Eliminates unnecessary meetings
  • AI auto-transcription + summaries
  • Ideal for async standups in distributed African teams
  • Acquired by Atlassian — enterprise-ready

Deel — Key Specs

  • Hire and pay contractors/employees in 150+ countries legally
  • South Africa EOR (Employer of Record) service available
  • Built-in contract templates per jurisdiction
  • Automated tax withholding and year-end compliance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is cheaper, Loom or Deel?+

Loom starts at $12.5/mo, which is lower than Deel at $49/mo.

Which tool is better for compliance — Loom or Deel?+

Both support GDPR, SOC2, CCPA. Deel additionally supports POPIA.

Is Loom or Deel compliant with South Africa's POPIA?+

Deel supports POPIA compliance. Loom does not list POPIA as a supported framework.

Which has a higher API rate limit — Loom or Deel?+

Deel has a higher API rate limit at 150 requests per minute. Loom: 100 req/min. Deel: 150 req/min.

Which tool is better suited for Global?+

Loom is evaluated for Remote and Distributed Teams in Global with hosting regions: US, EU. Deel has hosting regions: US-East, EU-West, AP-Southeast. For data residency in Global, check each vendor's data processing agreements.

Data last verified: 26 June 2026

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