Firstbase
All-in-One US Business Platform for Global Founders
Globalfy
All-in-One US Business Solutions for Global Founders
Side-by-side comparison. Data as of 2026-02-16.
Company Background
Firstbase
HQ: New York, NY (51-200 employees)
Ownership: Private (YC-backed; founder-led)
Employees: 51-200
Formations: 30,000+
Key Milestones
- Founded 2019 in NYC by Mark Milastsivy
- YC Winter 2021 batch
- Hit 30k+ companies formed
- Launched Firstbase One (all-in-one bundle)
- Expanded Agent Autopilot to all 50 states
Globalfy
HQ: Orlando, Florida (7345 W Sand Lake Rd, Suite 210)
Ownership: Private (founder-led: Eva Palatinsky de Sampaio, Pedro Trevisan, Diego Sampaio)
Employees: 51-200
Formations: 10,000+ clients (from 85+ countries)
Key Milestones
- Founded 2015 in Orlando, FL
- Hit 10k+ clients in 10 years
- Launched all-in-one platform (formation to taxes)
- Expanded multilingual support (EN, ES, PT)
- Partnered with 200k+ in benefits (Stripe, etc.)
Core Services
Firstbase Services
Formation types:
- ✓ LLC
- ✓ Corporation (C-Corp)
- ✓ Foreign Qualification (all states)
- ✓ Change of Registered Agent
Differentiators:
- All-in-one: formation + compliance + bookkeeping + taxes
- Bank account for non-residents (no SSN needed)
- Agent Autopilot (own entities in 50 states)
- $350k in founder perks (Stripe credits, legal, etc.)
- 24/7 human support from anywhere
Globalfy Services
Formation types:
- ✓ LLC
- ✓ Corporation (C-Corp)
- ✓ Foreign Qualification (all states)
- ✓ Change of Registered Agent
Differentiators:
- All-in-one: formation + RA + address + accounting + taxes
- Multilingual support (English, Spanish, Portuguese)
- Virtual US address with mail digitization
- No SSN/ITIN required for basics
- 200k+ partner perks (Stripe credits, etc.)
Both offer nationwide RA coverage. Compare differentiators above to see where each shines.
Pricing & Value
| Category | Firstbase | Globalfy | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Year Total | ~$399 + $299 (Start + Agent; full One ~$2,388/yr) | ~$588 + state fees (full bundle) | Globalfy |
| RA Annual Fee | $99-$299/year (Agent Autopilot; bundled in One) | Included in plans ($588+ annual) | — |
| Value Score | 8.5/10 | 8.7/10 | Globalfy |
Speed & Performance
Firstbase
Avg formation: 1-3 business days (automated + expedited)
Expedited: Included in Start (fast processing)
Globalfy
Avg formation: 1-3 business days (fastest in WY: 1 day)
Expedited: Included (super quick processing)
Pros & Cons
Firstbase — Pros
- ✓ All-in-one (formation to taxes)
- ✓ Non-resident bank accounts
- ✓ 50-state Agent Autopilot
- ✓ 24/7 global humans
- ✓ $350k perks
Firstbase — Cons
- ✗ Premium pricing
- ✗ Bundle-heavy
- ✗ Limited domestic focus
- ✗ Payroll setup variability
- ✗ Newer (2019)
Globalfy — Pros
- ✓ 10k+ global clients
- ✓ All-in-one (formation to taxes)
- ✓ Multilingual (EN/ES/PT)
- ✓ Virtual address + mail
- ✓ 24/7 responsive support
Globalfy — Cons
- ✗ Annual plans required
- ✗ State fees separate
- ✗ Premium for basics
- ✗ Limited domestic focus
- ✗ Newer scale (2015)
The Verdict
Choose Firstbase if: The ultimate platform for non-US founders—handles everything from formation to taxes in one place. Perfect if you're building remotely and want zero hassle.
Choose Globalfy if: The go-to for global founders—handles everything from formation to taxes with multilingual ease. Ideal if you're outside the US and want a true partner.
Higher rating: Globalfy (8.7/10)