Remitly vs WhatsApp

Remitly

9.1 #3 in Money Transfer Apps

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WhatsApp

4.9 #81 in Money Transfer Apps

About WhatsApp
RemitlyWhatsApp
Free planYesNo
Free trialNoNo
Paid fromFree—
Open sourceNoNo
PlatformsAndroid, iOS—
Paid fromFree—
Recipient methodsBank account, mobile wallet, cash pickup, mobile money, home delivery, and debit card deposit—
Transfer speedinstant—
Exchange-rate modelvariable—
Mobile platformsboth—
Upfront fee displayYes—
Transfer trackingYes—
Free plan—Yes

Both are listed in Best Money Transfer Apps. On Everything Xiaomi, Remitly scores higher on our published basis.