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Ecount vs Remote

Ecount logo

Ecount

ERP & Business Operations

Cloud ERP for Asian manufacturers and distributors

From
$55/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Remote logo

Remote

Payroll & Benefits

The new standard for global employment

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Remote has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Ecount mobile app provides only essential features, not full desktop functionality; Remote employer of Record costs $699 per employee per month, charged per head with no volume tier published
  • They diverge on capability: Ecount covers Financial management, Remote covers Global Payroll.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Ecount and Remote actually diverge.

Attributes where Ecount and Remote differ
AttributeEcountRemote
Starting price$55/monthFree
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android, Windows, macOSWeb, Ios, Android
CategoryERP & Business OperationsPayroll & Benefits
Founded19992019

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Ecount

  • Financial management
  • Manufacturing
  • Supply chain
  • Inventory
  • CRM
  • Multi-currency
  • REST APIs
  • Third-party systems

Only in Remote

  • Global Payroll
  • EOR Services
  • Contractor Management
  • Compliance
  • Benefits
  • Equity Management
  • HRIS
  • BambooHR

Both cover

  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Ecount

  • Asian market operationsnot Remote
  • Multi-currency managementnot Remote
  • Manufacturing optimizationnot Remote
  • Regional compliancenot Remote

Remote

  • Employing staff in countries where you have no legal entity through an employer of recordnot Ecount
  • Paying and managing international contractors with compliant agreementsnot Ecount
  • Running payroll and HR records for a distributed workforcenot Ecount

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Ecount

  • Mobile app provides only essential features, not full desktop functionality
  • Complex navigation and setup requiring time investment and sometimes expert assistance

Remote

  • Employer of Record costs $699 per employee per month, charged per head with no volume tier published
  • Global Payroll carries an implementation fee to set up entities plus a recurring payroll delivery fee on top of the $29 per employee per month rate
  • Contractor Management Plus is $99 per contractor per month against $29 for the standard tier
  • The Equity product is limited to Delaware C-Corps
  • The PEO product bills in USD only and requires a US bank account
  • Remote states it collects reserve payments in high risk circumstances, so an upfront deposit is possible

Pricing, plan by plan

Ecount

$55/month

No published plan breakdown. See the Ecount review.

Remote

Free
  • Contractor Management$29/month
    • Contractor Payments
    • Compliance
    • Contracts
  • Employer of Record$599/month
    • Global Employment
    • Payroll
    • Benefits

Which should you pick?

Choose Ecount if

  • You need financial management.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS.
  • You also want manufacturing.
Ecount review

Choose Remote if

  • You need global payroll.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want eor services.
Remote review

Questions people ask

Is Ecount or Remote better?
Neither clearly leads. Ecount starts at $55/month and Remote at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Ecount or Remote?
Remote has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $55/month for Ecount and Free for Remote.
Does Ecount or Remote run on more platforms?
Ecount runs on Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS. Remote runs on Web, Ios, Android.
Can I use Remote for free?
Yes. Remote has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Ecount starts at $55/month.
What is Ecount best used for?
Ecount is most often used for asian market operations, multi-currency management, manufacturing optimization, regional compliance. Of those, asian market operations and multi-currency management are not what Remote is typically brought in for.
What can Ecount do that Remote cannot?
Ecount covers Financial management, Manufacturing, Supply chain, Inventory. Remote covers Global Payroll, EOR Services, Contractor Management, Compliance. Both handle Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Ecount: What is the pricing for Ecount ERP?

Ecount ERP costs $55 per month with unlimited users included. All features and unlimited users are available at this single tier, with no additional per-user fees.

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Ecount: What platforms does Ecount support?

Ecount ERP is 100% web-based and cloud-based, accessible via Chrome, Edge, Safari and other browsers on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android without software installation.

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Ecount: Does Ecount offer integrations with other business systems?

Yes. Ecount integrates with 400+ business applications including payment systems, ecommerce platforms (eBay, Shopee, Lazada), shipping solutions, and custom systems via Open API.

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Ecount: What support does Ecount provide?

Ecount offers 24/7 customer support, on-site training, and video resources. The platform is ISO/IEC 27001 certified for security.

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Ecount: How long is the typical implementation time for Ecount?

Implementation varies but typically requires significant time investment for data migration from previous systems. Expert assistance may be needed depending on system complexity and customization needs.

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