7 Best Workday Alternatives in 2026

Ranked by how closely each tool matches Workday's feature set and price (from $100).

1. Deel 78% match

The all-in-one global payroll, compliance, and contractor management platform.

From $49 (cheaper) · Free plan: no · Best for remote startups, international contractors & global EOR

Has that Workday lacks: Global Employer of Record (EOR) hiring

The leading European all-in-one HR software for recruiting, payroll, and people.

From $3 (cheaper) · Free plan: no · Best for European companies, GDPR-compliant HR management

Modern, intuitive payroll, benefits, and HR for US-based small businesses.

From $40 (cheaper) · Free plan: no · Best for US small businesses, integrated health benefits & 401k

Missing vs Workday: Compliance shield & local labor laws

Global HR platform with owned legal entities for international hiring.

From $29 (cheaper) · Free plan: no · Best for transparent flat pricing, IP protection via owned entities

Has that Workday lacks: Global Employer of Record (EOR) hiring

Automated global employment platform designed for mission-driven distributed teams.

From $29 (cheaper) · Free plan: no · Best for global remote teams, equity & benefits localization

Has that Workday lacks: Global Employer of Record (EOR) hiring

Unified workforce management bringing HR, IT, and Finance into one system.

From $8 (cheaper) · Free plan: no · Best for tech companies, combined HR and IT device management

Has that Workday lacks: Global Employer of Record (EOR) hiring

Complete HR software with applicant tracking, employee records, and payroll.

From $54 (cheaper) · Free plan: no · Best for growing SMBs, employee experience & culture

Missing vs Workday: Contractor onboarding & contracts, Compliance shield & local labor laws