AI Tool Comparison
Deel vs Applied
An objective side-by-side comparison based on global rankings, AI scores, and monthly user data.
Higher ranked

Deel
HR & RecruitingGlobal payroll, HR and compliance platform.
AI Score94.6 / 100
#12
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Applied
HR & RecruitingBias-reducing recruitment platform.
AI Score64.1 / 100
#519
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Monthly users
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Deel | Applied | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | HR & Recruiting | HR & Recruiting |
| Global Rank | #12 | #519 |
| AI Score | 94.6/100 | 64.1/100 |
| Monthly Users | – | – |
| Pricing | Paid | Contact Sales |
| Website | deel.com | beapplied.com |
Pros & Cons
Deel
- Covers EOR, contractors and payroll
- Published starting prices in third-party guides
- Negotiable at higher headcount
- Platform fees exclude taxes and benefits, which add 13-40%
- FX margins and EOR deposits not in list prices
- Pricing details vary by source
Applied
- Evidence-based approach from behavioural science
- Transparent method, no black-box matching
- Covers screening, interviews and job ads
- Pricing not found
- Less automation than AI screening tools
- One review reported a minor feature bug