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Summary
Pebl is the September 2025 rebrand of Velocity Global. At $399/month you get an AI-first platform with Alfie for instant compliance answers, self-serve onboarding in pre-qualified markets, and the same workforce-mobility engine that made Velocity Global the only EOR built around cross-border relocation and visa management. The catch: rebrand confusion lingers, entity ownership is a mix of owned and partners by country, and if you never move people between markets you’re paying for a differentiator you won’t use. For teams that relocate talent across Asia, Pebl is the logical default; for static headcount, Multiplier at roughly the same price has deeper ASEAN-native operations.
Ratings Breakdown
Pebl in Asia: Key Facts
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| HQ | Denver, CO |
| Founded | 2014 |
| Employees | 501–1,000 |
| Asian countries covered | 10 |
| Total countries | 185+ |
| Time to first payroll (Singapore) | 2–5 business days |
| Time to first payroll (India) | 2–5 business days |
| EOR pricing | From $399/employee/month (typical all-in $599–705) |
| Contractor pricing | Available as add-on; no single published rate |
| Deposit required | Varies by country |
| Local entities owned | Mix of owned and in-country partners |
| Integrations | BambooHR, HiBob, Namely, Workday HCM, ADP Workforce Now, Oracle HCM |
| Payment methods | Bank transfer, multi-currency payroll |
| Mobile app | Web app (mobile-accessible); no dedicated native app |
| Free trial / demo | Demo available |
| Certifications | SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001:2022, GDPR, APEC Cross-Border Privacy Rules |
What Pebl Does Well
Alfie: compliance answers without the ticket queue
Pebl’s AI assistant Alfie answers compliance questions across 185 markets on demand — notice periods, work permit rules, statutory leave — instead of “submit a ticket and wait.” For routine questions that would otherwise burn 24–48 hours with support, that’s a real time save. The underlying compliance layer is the same 240+ in-country legal experts Velocity Global had; Alfie surfaces it instantly. No other EOR in this review set offers an equivalent in-platform compliance Q&A.
Workforce mobility as a first-class workflow
Pebl’s core differentiator is workforce mobility: relocating employees between Asia markets (e.g. Singapore → Tokyo, Manila → Kuala Lumpur) without changing EORs. Cross-border payroll transitions, multi-country employment history, and visa and work permit management are built in, not referred out. Anuvu went live in South Korea in 6 weeks using Velocity Global (now Pebl). Hello Yellow runs teams in Australia, Vietnam, and South Africa on the same platform. If you move people between countries regularly, Pebl is the only provider that treats that as a native workflow. Deel and Remote don’t; G-P is enterprise-priced and not built around mobility.
$399/month: a $200 drop from Velocity Global
Pebl cut the headline EOR fee from $599 to $399. At $399 you’re level with Multiplier ($400) and $200 below Deel and Remote ($599). Over 10 employees that’s $24,000 per year in fee savings versus Deel. Enterprise volume pricing kicks in at 20+ employees. The published rate is on the website — no mandatory sales call to get a number.
Immigration and visa built in, not bolted on
Work permit and immigration support are part of the product, not a separate consultancy. That matters in Asia where Employment Pass (Singapore), KITAS (Indonesia), and work permits in Japan and South Korea are non-trivial. Pebl handles the documentation and compliance trail as part of the employment lifecycle. Teams that hire foreign nationals in multiple Asian markets get one platform instead of EOR plus an immigration vendor.
200+ in-country legal experts across 185 markets
The compliance bench is the same one Velocity Global built: 240+ in-country legal experts in 185 countries. In Asia that translates to local knowledge for statutory contributions (CPF, PF/ESI, SSS/PhilHealth, BPJS, Shakai Hoken, etc.) and employment law. Alfie makes that expertise queryable; the humans are still there for escalations and complex cases. 24/7 support in 24 time zones and 43 languages backs it up.
Where Pebl Falls Short
Rebrand confusion is still real
Velocity Global → Pebl (September 2025) is recent. Prospects and existing customers still search “Velocity Global”; contracts, case studies, and third-party reviews often use the old name. Sales and support have to clarify the rebrand, and procurement may need to map “Pebl” to existing vendor lists. Expect this to fade over 6–12 months but factor it into onboarding and internal comms today.
Leadership instability and contract concerns
Reviewers and industry reports have cited frequent CEO changes and leadership turnover at Velocity Global pre-rebrand. Some users have raised contract and renewal concerns. The rebrand to Pebl may signal a reset, but if you’re signing a multi-year deal, confirm termination and notice terms in writing.
Mix of owned and partner entities by country
Pebl uses owned entities in some markets and in-country partners in others. Compliance and consistency are strongest where Pebl owns the entity; in partner markets you have an extra layer between you and the employing entity. Contract terms and response times can vary. If you care about owned-entity certainty (e.g. Japan, Indonesia), confirm which model applies before you commit.
Mobility advantage is wasted for static teams
If your headcount doesn’t relocate between countries, you’re paying for a mobility engine you won’t use. Multiplier at $400 is Singapore-headquartered with deep ASEAN focus and no mobility premium; Deel and Remote offer owned-entity consistency and faster onboarding in core Asia hubs. For static teams, Pebl’s strength doesn’t translate into extra value — the $399 is fair but not uniquely justified.
Self-serve onboarding claims need validation
Pebl promotes self-serve onboarding in “minutes” for pre-qualified markets. Real-world timelines: Singapore and India 2–5 business days; Japan and Indonesia 5–10. That’s in line with Remote and Multiplier, not “minutes.” If you’re evaluating on speed, run a test hire or get a written SLA for your target country rather than relying on marketing copy.
Pricing Breakdown
Base EOR fee
From $399/employee/month. Typical all-in (with standard onboarding and compliance) runs $599–705/month depending on country and add-ons. The base includes local payroll and tax compliance, contract generation, access to Alfie and in-country legal support, and 24/7 help in 43 languages.
Add-on costs
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| One-time onboarding / setup | Often quoted per country or per employee; confirm in proposal |
| Visa / work permit support | Included in platform; complex cases may have additional fees |
| Compliance reviews / audits | Custom; ask for scope and fee |
| Contractor management | Add-on; no single published contractor rate like Deel’s $49 |
What’s NOT included
Currency conversion markups may apply on multi-currency payroll; ask for FX terms. Offboarding or termination fees vary by country — confirm before signing. Benefits top-ups (beyond statutory minimums) and local insurance beyond baseline are typically extra. Dedicated account management and custom SLAs are enterprise-only.
Volume discounts
Enterprise pricing kicks in at 20+ employees. Rates can drop below $399 at volume; exact tiers are proposal-based. No public table like Remofirst or Multiplier for small teams.
How it compares
Pebl at $399 is roughly level with Multiplier ($400) and about $200/month per employee cheaper than Deel or Remote ($599) — that’s $24,000/year on 10 employees. Remofirst and some budget EORs start lower ($199–299) but with thinner compliance and support. Pebl undercuts premium players while offering Alfie and mobility; it’s not the cheapest option overall.
Asia Country-by-Country
First payroll: 2–5 days. Employment Pass and work permit support built in.
Core Asia market. Alfie surfaces India-specific leave and notice rules on demand. Onboarding: 2–5 days.
Standard coverage with no major gaps.
Expect 5–10 days to first payroll. KITAS and work permits handled in-platform.
Onboarding: 5–10 days. Immigration and work permit support are native.
Standard footprint. Onboarding: 3–5 days.
Supported as a first-class market.
Thailand + Vietnam together are a plus for ASEAN teams. Onboarding: 3–5 days.
Visa and work permit support built in. Anuvu went live in 6 weeks.
Standard EOR coverage in the 10-country Asia set.
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- $399/month undercuts Deel and Remote by $200 per employee ($24,000/year on 10 employees).
- Alfie gives instant compliance answers across 185 countries instead of ticket-based support for routine questions.
- Workforce mobility and relocation are native: cross-border moves, visa/work permits, and payroll transitions in one platform.
- 240+ in-country legal experts and 24/7 support in 43 languages and 24 time zones.
- Immigration and work permit support are built in, not a separate vendor.
- Transparent $399 pricing on the website; enterprise volume pricing at 20+ employees.
- SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001:2022, GDPR, and APAC privacy certifications.
Cons:
- Rebrand from Velocity Global is recent; name confusion and legacy references still exist.
- Leadership instability and CEO changes pre-rebrand; some users report contract and renewal concerns.
- Mix of owned and partner entities means compliance and support quality can vary by country.
- Mobility-focused product doesn’t add clear value for teams that never relocate employees.
- Self-serve “minutes” onboarding claim doesn’t match typical 2–5 day (Singapore/India) or 5–10 day (Japan/Indonesia) reality without validation.
- Contractor pricing is add-on only; no single published contractor rate like Deel’s $49 or Multiplier’s $40.
- No dedicated mobile app — web app only.
How Pebl Compares
Pick Pebl for $200/month savings and native workforce mobility; pick Deel for owned entities everywhere and the fastest Asia onboarding (1–2 days in Singapore).
Both sit around $399–400/month. Pick Pebl for mobility and Alfie; pick Multiplier if headcount is static and you want ASEAN-native focus with no mobility premium.
Pebl is $200/month cheaper and the only one with native mobility and built-in visa workflows. Choose Pebl for cost and mobility; Remote for platform polish.
Pebl is cheaper and built for mobility with Alfie; G-P has owned entities in 180+ countries and China WFOE capability. Pick Pebl for mobility and cost; G-P for maximum compliance depth.
Case Studies
Aviation connectivity company went live in South Korea in 6 weeks using Velocity Global (now Pebl) — without setting up a local entity.
Runs teams in Australia, Vietnam, and South Africa on a single platform with cross-border payroll and workforce mobility managed by Pebl.
Real User Feedback
| Platform | Rating | Review Count |
|---|---|---|
| G2 | 4.6 / 5 | 329 reviews |
| Trustpilot | 2.4 / 5 | 6 reviews |
| Capterra | — | Not found |
Total reviews across platforms: 335+ (G2 dominates; Trustpilot sample very small)
What users praise:
G2 reviewers consistently cite transparent pricing, the drop from $599 to $399, and helpful support in multiple languages and time zones. Alfie and self-serve onboarding are mentioned as differentiators; mobility and visa support get called out by teams that actually relocate staff. Multi-country payroll and compliance expertise are frequently praised.
What users complain about:
Complaints often centre on rebrand confusion (Velocity Global vs Pebl), leadership and CEO changes, and contract or renewal concerns. Trustpilot’s small sample (6 reviews) skews negative (2.4/5) and shouldn’t be weighted equally with G2’s 329 reviews. Slower resolution in some partner-run markets and onboarding that sometimes runs longer than “minutes” in practice appear in negative feedback. Support quality is generally rated well where Pebl owns the entity; variability in partner markets comes up in negative reviews. Check review dates — feedback from before September 2025 refers to Velocity Global.
Final Verdict
Who should use Pebl:
- Startups (1–10 international hires): Only if you already plan to move people between countries or need visa/work permit support in multiple Asia markets. Otherwise Multiplier at similar price or Remofirst for pure cost is a better fit.
- Mid-market (10–50 hires): Strong fit if workforce mobility or frequent relocations (e.g. Singapore ↔ India, regional rotations) are part of the plan. Alfie and $399/month make sense for teams that want compliance Q&A without ticket lag and don’t need owned entities everywhere.
- Enterprise (50+): Good fit for global mobility programmes and regional hubs that relocate talent. Volume pricing at 20+ and 200+ in-country experts scale; confirm entity ownership in every country you care about before committing.
Who should NOT use Pebl:
Teams with static headcount that never relocate employees — you’re paying for mobility you won’t use; Multiplier or Deel may offer better entity consistency or speed. Buyers who require 100% owned entities in every market should choose Atlas HXM or G-P instead.
Bottom line: Pebl is the right default for companies that move people across borders: the only EOR here with native workforce mobility and immigration, plus $399 pricing and Alfie for compliance. For static Asia headcount, Multiplier offers similar price and stronger ASEAN focus. Rebrand and entity-mix caveats are real but manageable.
Best suited for: Teams that relocate employees between Asian markets and want immigration and mobility built into one EOR, and cost-conscious buyers who want Alfie and $399/month without paying Deel or G-P premiums.
Visit Pebl: hellopebl.com
Further Reading
- EOR Cost Guide — What Does an EOR Cost in Asia?
- Contractor vs Employee in Asia — Misclassification Risk Guide
- How to Hire Employees in Asia Without a Local Entity
- The EOR Consolidation Wave: What It Means for the Market
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pebl the same company as Velocity Global?
Yes. Pebl is the September 2025 rebrand of Velocity Global. Same product, same entities, same compliance team; only the name and brand changed. Contracts and case studies from before the rebrand still refer to Velocity Global.
Does Pebl have its own entity in Singapore and India?
Pebl uses a mix of owned and in-country partner entities by market. Singapore and India are core Asia markets with strong compliance; confirm in writing whether your contract will be with a Pebl-owned entity or a partner before signing.
What’s the real total cost per employee with Pebl?
Base is $399/month; typical all-in with standard onboarding and compliance runs $599–705/month depending on country. Add one-time onboarding fees, any visa/compliance add-ons, and FX if you pay in a different currency. For a Singapore hire with no extras, budget around $600–650/month all-in.
How long does onboarding take in Singapore and Japan?
Singapore: 2–5 business days in practice. Japan: 5–10 business days, longer if work permits are involved. Pebl’s “minutes” claim applies to pre-qualified, self-serve flows in select markets — get a written SLA for your country.
Can I move an employee from one Asian country to another without changing EOR?
Yes. That’s Pebl’s differentiator. Cross-border relocation, visa transfers, and payroll transitions between countries (e.g. Singapore to Japan, Philippines to Malaysia) are handled in one platform. Deel and Remote don’t offer this as a native workflow.
What happens to my contract when Velocity Global became Pebl?
Your contract remains in force; the legal entity (Velocity Global or its subsidiaries) did not change. Only the trading name and brand are now Pebl. If you’re renewing, you may see “Pebl” on new paperwork — confirm with your account manager that terms and entity are unchanged.
Does Pebl offer a free trial?
Pebl offers a demo; free trial availability is not clearly published. Contact sales for a hands-on trial if you need to test the platform before committing.
How does Pebl’s $399 compare to Deel and Multiplier?
Pebl at $399 is $200/month less than Deel ($599) and about even with Multiplier ($400). Over 10 employees that’s $24,000/year saved vs Deel. Multiplier is Singapore-headquartered and ASEAN-focused without mobility; Pebl adds Alfie and workforce mobility at the same price point.
