Thera
Thera is a New York based payroll and payments platform that combines US payroll, contractor payments in 150+ countries, and Employer of Record services in one system.
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Expert Analysis
Thera is a young, fast moving platform built for startups and small businesses managing global teams. Its strongest points are speed and cost: 95% of payments reach accounts the same day they are sent, and many reviewers say they switched from pricier platforms like Deel and Rippling and saved significantly. Support through a dedicated Slack channel is a standout for a platform at this price point. Trade offs are the lack of a mobile app, limited reporting, and unclear EOR pricing between sources. It fits companies that want payroll, contractors, EOR, and finance tools on one login. Larger enterprises needing deep HRIS features should compare established global providers.
About Thera
Thera was founded in 2022 by Akhil Reddy, a former Amazon engineer who built several systems behind Amazon Prime. It raised a $4 million seed round from Y Combinator, 10x Founders, Amino Capital, Zillionize, and Bayhouse Capital, and is headquartered in New York City.
The platform supports US W2 employees, international employees hired through its Employer of Record service, and independent contractors in 150+ countries, so companies can hire abroad without opening a local entity. US payroll includes state registrations and federal, state, and local tax compliance, while its global payroll tools let contractors withdraw in 130+ currencies using 8 payout methods.
Beyond payroll, Thera offers accounting, tax, and bookkeeping services, business banking, payables management, and invoicing through one EOR platform. It also offers employee benefits administration for international hires. Most customers finish onboarding in 1 to 3 days, and support runs through a dedicated Slack channel available 24/7.
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Why Choose Thera?
Fast Setup
Get your team onboarded in as little as 24-48 hours with our streamlined process.
100% Compliant
Stay fully compliant with local labor laws worldwide.
Expert Support
24/7 access to local HR experts with global employment expertise.
Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees or surprise charges. What you see is what you pay.
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