Two Different Models for Two Different Needs
Belay (formerly Belay Solutions) is one of the most well-known virtual assistant companies in the United States. They have been around since 2010, they are US-based, and they have a strong reputation. So how do they compare to Remote Staff NY?
The short answer: different pricing models, different target clients, different strengths.
Pricing
Belay: Premium pricing. Their virtual assistants typically cost $2,000 to $3,500+ per month for part-time support (roughly 40 to 60 hours per month). That works out to $33 to $58 per hour. All assistants are US-based.
Remote Staff NY: Starting at $8.99/hour for dedicated, full-time assistants. A full-time VA (40 hours/week) costs approximately $1,560/month. Assistants are based internationally, pre-vetted through our 3-stage screening process.
Services
Belay focuses on: Executive assistants, bookkeepers, social media managers, and website managers. Their sweet spot is C-suite support for mid-size companies.
Remote Staff NY focuses on: General admin, medical VAs (HIPAA compliant), virtual receptionists, bookkeeping, social media, real estate, e-commerce, and executive support. Our sweet spot is small to mid-size businesses in New York who need dedicated, affordable support across a range of administrative tasks.
Who Belay Is Best For
Companies with larger budgets who want US-based assistants and are willing to pay a premium for it. If "domestic only" is a firm requirement and budget is not a primary concern, Belay delivers quality.
Who Remote Staff NY Is Best For
Small to mid-size businesses in New York who need reliable support at a price that makes sense for their revenue. If you are a five-person law firm, a dental practice, a real estate team, or a startup, spending $3,000/month on a part-time assistant when you could get full-time support for $1,560/month is hard to justify.
Quality Comparison
Both agencies vet their assistants. Belay emphasizes US-based talent with corporate experience. Remote Staff NY emphasizes college-educated international professionals with strong English skills and industry-specific training. Both offer replacement guarantees.
The honest truth: for most administrative tasks (scheduling, email, data entry, phone coverage, bookkeeping, social media), the quality difference between a well-vetted international VA and a US-based VA is minimal. The cost difference is not.
The Bottom Line
Belay is a good company. But if you are a New York small business watching every dollar, paying 3x to 5x more for the same work output does not make business sense. Talk to us and we will show you exactly what your VA can handle at $8.99/hour.