# Ascen EOR review: Select Score, pricing and coverage

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## Summary

Ascen is a tech-forward EOR platform for staffing firms.

Ascen scores 56/100, held back most by its Coverage sub-score of 1, reflecting 2 countries against the 185-country benchmark, and by unpublished pricing, which scores 40 under our methodology that rewards transparency. Its strongest sub-score is Support at 78, and Compliance comes in at 65, but with no third-party reviews on file, its Reputation sits at a neutral 60 and its platform claims remain unverified by external sources.

- Best for: US-based companies hiring domestically who want a supported, structured EOR experience
- Standout: Ascen scores 78 on Support, the highest of its six sub-scores, with 4 support channels on file.

## Select Score: 56/100

| Dimension | Score /100 | Basis |
|---|---:|---|
| Coverage | 1 | Covers 2 countries, 1% of the 185-country benchmark. |
| Pricing | 40 | Pricing is not published, so it is scored below providers that disclose a price. Price transparency is part of the rating. |
| Compliance | 65 | 5 security certifications on file, with no third-party reviews on file yet. |
| Platform | 57 | 3 listed integrations. |
| Support | 78 | 4 support channels on file, with no third-party reviews on file yet. |
| Reputation | 60 | No approved Reddit mentions yet; Reputation is scored at a neutral 60. |

5 of 6 dimensions are backed by real data. Scored by the AI rating pipeline. Scores last recomputed: 2026-07-13. A review-volume evidence gate shrinks thinly-reviewed providers toward neutral, so a total can sit below the average of its sub-scores. Full formula: https://eorselect.com/methodology/

## Key facts

| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Website | https://www.ascen.com/ |
| Headquarters | United States, US |
| Founded | 2018 |
| LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascen-inc |
| Countries covered | 2 |
| Services | EOR, Payroll |

## Pricing

No published pricing on record. Ascen quotes on request.

## Pros

- 5 security certifications on file

## Cons

- Narrower coverage (2 countries) than the field
- EOR pricing only on request (no public price)

## Platform and trust signals

- Security certifications: soc2, iso27001, gdpr, hipaa, pci-dss
- Integrations: QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite
- Support channels: Live chat, Dedicated CSM, Knowledge base, 24/7 support
- Payroll frequencies: Bi-weekly, Semi-monthly
- Payment methods: Bank transfer, ACH, SEPA, SWIFT, Wise, PayPal, Crypto

## About

Ascen is a US-headquartered EOR and payroll provider founded in 2018, covering 2 countries. It carries 5 security certifications on file and 3 listed integrations. It is a fit for companies operating within those 2 countries that prioritize compliance support and direct service channels over broad geographic reach.

## Related

- Full review with score history, review trends and Reddit reputation: https://eorselect.com/providers/ascen/
- Compare Ascen head-to-head with any provider: https://eorselect.com/compare/
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