Near vs. HireLATAM: Which Nearshore Hiring Partner Fits Your Needs?

You’re here because you’re weighing Near vs. HireLATAM. That’s exactly what you should be doing: comparing providers, weighing the trade-offs, and figuring out who’s the right fit for your company. 

Maybe you've heard good things about both HireLatAm and Near, but you're unclear on the key differences.

Both companies help US businesses hire skilled LatAm talent with full-service recruiting, but we take different approaches. 

The choice comes down to what you need and how you prefer to work.

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Near: The Full-Service Staffing & Recruiting Partner

G2 Rating: 4.9 (84 reviews)

Near (Hire With Near) is a full-service staffing and recruiting agency that helps US companies hire top-performing remote talent in Latin America across finance, accounting, sales, software engineering, AI, data, marketing, operations, and virtual assistance.

We're not a platform. We don't supply temps. We're a white-glove recruiting partner for companies that want A-players who raise the bar for everyone around them. We handle everything—sourcing, vetting, candidate presentation, payroll, and compliance—so hiring feels simple on your side. Our process is built to surface the people who don't just fit the role, but make your whole team better.

We take the time to understand your culture, goals, and how your team works together, so every shortlist is tailored to what success looks like in your business.

[fs-toc-omit]Key strengths:

1. Quality-first approach: Our 97% placement rate and 9.1+ client satisfaction come from obsessing over fit—not just skills, but the drive, readiness, and cultural match to contribute from day one and help your company grow over the long term.
2. One partner, one process: Scale across functions with one dedicated team and a repeatable hiring cadence. First candidates in 3–5 days with video introductions, most hires in under 3 weeks. We remember what worked last time, and we adapt based on your feedback so hiring gets easier and more effective over time.
3. 180-day replacement guarantee: Double the industry standard. If a placement doesn't work out, we find a replacement at no additional cost to you.
4. Two engagement models: Direct hire (one-time recruiting fee) or staffing model (monthly fee with payroll/compliance included).
5. Talent pool depth + reach: We maintain a pre-vetted network of 45,000+ candidates, but we don't stop there. Every search includes fresh sourcing until we find the right match.
6. Transparent pricing: We show you benchmarks and fees up front. You set salaries for your hires. No hidden markups. No fee until you hire.
7. Equipment & workspace support: Part of our white-glove approach is helping with the extras that matter. From laptops to office space, if your team needs it, we’ll make it happen.

HireLATAM

G2 Rating: No reviews

HireLATAM is a full-service recruiting agency specializing in Latin American talent with fixed-fee pricing. They focus on permanent placements across multiple functions with a straightforward engagement model.

HireLATAM positions itself around cost savings and cultural alignment, emphasizing time zone compatibility and rigorous English proficiency testing. They operate with a deposit-based model and claim typical 2–3 week timelines for initial candidate presentation.

[fs-toc-omit]Key features:

1. Fixed recruitment-only pricing: $3,200 per hire or subscription-based plans from $1,000 to $3,000/month. (Salary costs are separate)
2. 2–3 weeks candidate timelines: They present a shortlist of 2–3 qualified candidates within 2–3 weeks of engagement.
3. Multi-stage vetting process: Resume review, technical assessments, behavioral interviews, English proficiency testing, and reference verification.
4. Cross-functional coverage: Software development, customer support, marketing, finance, operations, virtual assistants, sales, and property management.
5. 90-day replacement guarantee: Free replacement if hire doesn't meet expectations within first 90 days.

Where Near and HireLATAM Align

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Where Near Stands Out

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What Clients Say About Near

G2 and client feedback consistently highlight what sets Near apart across these key areas:

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Example Salary Ranges When You Hire Through Near

With Near, you stay in control of compensation.

We provide the benchmarks and breakdown; you set the final compensation offer and timing for raises.

Below are a few examples of salary ranges by role. Our comprehensive LatAm vs. US Salary Guide has figures for many more.

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On average, our clients save $35,000 to $55,000 annually per role compared to hiring in the US.

During your no-commitment discovery call, we’ll share recommended ranges to attract the best talent and explain our fees clearly, which are separate and depend on the support you need (recruiting only or payroll and compliance too).

With Near, there are never upfront costs.

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What To Do Next

This isn't about which company is "better." Both Near and HireLATAM deliver results for our target clients. The decision comes down to matching our approaches with your actual needs.

Most likely, you’ll speak with a few providers before you decide. We’d like to be one of them.

Comparisons help, but a call answers the real questions related to your role, timeline, and budget.

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We'll provide role-specific salary benchmarks and walk you through exactly how we'd approach building your team. You’ll be able to interview candidates for free and see the calibre of talent we can find you.