Head-to-head
Remitly vs Revolut
Fees, speed, and ratings compared side by side.
| Feature | Remitly | Revolut |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.5 / 5 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Typical fees | ~1.99 | 0.3% |
| FX markup | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| Transfer speed | Same day | Minutes |
| App rating (iOS / Android) | 4.9 / 4.7 | 4.7 / 4.3 |
| Supported currencies | 14 currencies supported | 25 currencies supported |
| Cash pickup | Yes | No |
| Mobile wallet payout | Yes | Yes |
| Multi-currency account | No | Yes |
| Business accounts | No | Yes |
Pros & cons
Remitly
Remitly focuses squarely on remittance corridors, pairing cash pickup and mobile wallet payout with an express option for urgent transfers.
Pros
- Cash pickup and mobile wallet payout in most corridors
- Express tier delivers in minutes on popular routes
- Highly rated mobile app for first-time senders
Cons
- Narrower currency coverage than multi-currency players
- Express speed carries a higher markup than economy transfers
- No business accounts
Revolut
Revolut is built around its own app and card, with free transfers between Revolut users and a paid plan structure for everyone else.
Pros
- Near-instant between two Revolut accounts
- Transfers sit next to everyday spending and budgeting tools
- No fixed fee on standard transfers
Cons
- FX markup is higher than dedicated transfer specialists
- Best pricing requires a paid subscription tier
- No cash pickup option
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