The Human Capital vs Glocal Assist: Honest Comparison
Choosing the right VA service matters. Here's how we compare to Glocal Assist across pricing, quality, flexibility, and support — without the marketing spin.
Side-by-Side Comparison
THC vs Glocal Assist: Feature by Feature
| Feature | The Human Capital | Glocal Assist |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Price | $700–$1,300 | $400-$600/month |
| Contract Length | Month-to-month | Monthly |
| Dedicated VA | Yes — always | Yes |
| Client Manager Included | Yes (Full-Time plan) | No |
| Background Check | Checkr verified | Basic |
| Industry Specialization | 6 verticals + spoke sites | General budget services |
| Vetting Process | 5-step, top 3% | Basic screening |
| Backup VA Coverage | Yes — during all leave | No |
| Client Portal | Yes (via Asana) | No |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | No |
| Published Training Resources | 2 books by founder | None published |
Honest Analysis
Where THC Wins. Where Glocal Assist Might Be Right.
Glocal Assist positions itself as a budget VA option. Lower prices can mean lower vetting standards, limited account management support, and higher turnover. For businesses with simple, low-stakes tasks, it may work. For growth-oriented businesses that need quality and consistency, the cost of errors often exceeds the savings.
Where The Human Capital wins
- ✓THC's top 3% vetting means significantly higher quality output
- ✓THC includes a Human Success Manager for account oversight
- ✓THC provides backup VA coverage so your operations never stop
- ✓THC has HIPAA and GDPR compliance — Glocal does not publish compliance standards
- ✓The cost of mistakes from low-vetting VAs often exceeds the $300/month price difference
When Glocal Assist might be the right choice
- →Lower price point for very simple tasks
- →Month-to-month flexibility
Who should choose The Human Capital?
THC is the right choice if you want: a dedicated VA who knows your business, industry-specific matching across real estate, healthcare, legal, startups, and accounting, month-to-month flexibility with no lock-in, a Human Success Manager who oversees your account, HIPAA and GDPR compliance, backup VA coverage, and a starting price of $700/month. If you're a growing business that needs real operational leverage without a 6-12 month commitment, THC is built for you.
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Unlike Glocal Assist's Monthly commitment, The Human Capital is month-to-month from day one. No lock-in, no penalties, no risk. Your dedicated VA is matched within 48 hours of your strategy call.
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Common Questions
THC vs Glocal Assist — FAQs
Is The Human Capital cheaper than Glocal Assist?
The Human Capital starts at $700/month. Glocal Assist starts at $400/month. On price alone, THC is significantly more cost-effective — and includes features like a dedicated Client Manager and backup VA coverage that Glocal Assist does not.
Does Glocal Assist have a dedicated VA like THC?
Glocal Assist does provide a dedicated VA. However, the contract terms (Monthly) and the lack of a Client Manager for account oversight create meaningful differences in day-to-day service quality.
Which service is better for small businesses?
For most small and mid-size businesses, THC offers better value: lower starting price ($700/month), no lock-in contract, dedicated VA, Client Manager oversight, and industry-specific matching. Glocal Assist may be better suited for lower price point for very simple tasks.
Can I switch from Glocal Assist to The Human Capital?
Yes. THC offers month-to-month contracts with no lock-in. Most clients transitioning from another VA service are matched and operational within 48 hours. We handle a structured onboarding so your new VA is fully briefed before day one.