Best international money transfer apps

Send money overseas with these top-rated mobile money transfer apps.

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Money transfer apps make sending money internationally convenient, but which app is the best? Depending on where you’re sending money and how fast you need it to arrive, you may find what you need in these highly rated apps.

We looked not only at customer reviews on both the Apple App and Google Play stores, but also took into consideration the features of each of the services.

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Best app for cheap transfers under £2,000

Xe - UK logo
Credit card, Debit card, Bank transfer
Cash pickup location, Bank account
Within minutes
£2

Why we like it

The Xe Money Transfer app lets you exchange money at a more competitive exchange rate than you’d find at the bank and makes tracking multiple exchange rates a breeze. With over 500,000 locations throughout the world Xe app makes it easy to send money to family or friends, without the need for a bank account.

Pros

  • Worldwide network
  • No sending limit when placing transfer over the phone
  • Custom alerts
  • Forward contracts

Cons

  • No mid-market rate
  • Need to create an account
  • Transfer fee and exchange rate markup

Best app for cheap transfers over £2,000

Wise logo
Credit card, Debit card, Bank transfer
Bank account, Alipay (China only)
Within minutes
From 0.41%
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Why we like it

Wise, unlike most of its competitors, gives you access to the mid-market rate which in many cases can mean more money for your recipient. Wise app includes a calculator you can use to get exchange rates and fees for specific transfers and offers an easy way to upload a photo of any personal ID needed to get started with Wise.

Pros

  • Mid-market rate
  • Good value
  • Easy to use
  • High daily spending limits
  • Multiple payment options

Cons

  • Bank account transfers only
  • Transfer fees
  • Requires proof of ID

Best app for fast transfers

Taptap Send logo
Debit card, Bank transfer, Apple Pay, Google Pay
Cash pickup location, Bank account, Mobile wallet
Within minutes
From £0

Why we like it

Taptap Send is the premier choice for fast, lower-value international transfers, delivering 93% of transactions in under five minutes by integrating directly with automated, 24/7 local payout networks. By bypassing traditional banking middlemen and focusing deeply on specific high-volume routes, its streamlined app ensures rapid onboarding and near-instant delivery.

Pros

  • Zero transfer fees across its core remittance corridors
  • Blazing fast speeds for the vast majority of transfers
  • Direct local integrations with country-specific mobile wallets
  • No "teaser rate" traps, best rate available consistently
  • Fully FCA-regulated with robust bank-grade encryption security

Cons

  • Completely app-only with no desktop or web browser interface
  • Not built for large money transfers
  • Focused on specific corridors in Africa, Asia, and Latin America
  • FX spread exchange rate markups mean it isn't completely free

Best app for transfering money to someone without a bank account

WorldRemit - UK logo
WorldRemit
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Credit card, Debit card, Bank transfer, Apple Pay
Cash pickup location, Bank account, Mobile wallet, Home delivery, Prepaid phone credit
Within minutes
From £1.99
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Why we like it

With the WorldRemit app, you can send money in over 60 currencies for bank deposit, mobile airtime top-up and even cash pickup. WorldRemit has no minimum transfer amount, but its maximums vary depending on the destination country. Learn more about WorldRemit before downloading the app to make sure it’s the right fit for you.

Best app for iPhone

Atlantic Money logo
Not yet rated
Bank transfer
Bank account
Within minutes
£3
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Why we like it

Newcomer Atlantic Money charges a flat £3 fee no matter how much you're transferring, and doesn't mark-up exchange rates. Like PassTo, Atlantic Money is app-only (there's no option to login via your desktop) so all Atlantic's efforts have been poured into making a straightforward and cheap iPhone app.

Best app for Android

Remitly - UK logo
Credit card, Debit card, Bank transfer
Cash pickup location, Bank account, Mobile wallet, Home delivery
Within minutes
From £0

Why we like it

With the Remitly app, you’ll be given an exact date and time for when your money will be available for your recipient. If your transfer is late, Remitly has a money-back guarantee. Learn more about this and other features before downloading the app to make sure it’s the right fit for you.

Pros

  • Diverse delivery options
  • Large network
  • Delivery guarantee
  • Large network of 170 countries
  • Rewards scheme

Cons

  • Inconsistent exchange rate margins
  • Low maximum limits
  • High fees for faster transfer methods

Best app overall

Revolut logo
Debit card, Bank transfer, Apple Pay
Bank account, Mobile wallet
Within minutes
From £0
Get a £20 welcome bonus when you spend your first £20 (T&Cs apply)

Why we like it

Revolut, the multi-purpose banking app, lets you transfer money to almost anywhere in the world and offers very competitive rates across all major currencies. You can track the status of your online transfers in real-time, directly in the app, and benefit from instant free transfers to other Revolut users.

Pros

  • Transfers at the interbank exchange rate (and free to other Revolut accounts)
  • Quick to apply for and set up
  • Instant transfers
  • 160+ countries
  • 24-hour customer service, via the app
  • Free multi-currency account

Cons

  • Standard or Plus customers charged fee at weekends
  • Currency exchange limits on the Standard plan
  • No personal account manager
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How can I compare money transfer services?

A key factor in choosing an app is the service behind it. Compare these features before making your decision.

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Exchange rates

Different providers will offer you different exchange rates. It’s generally not the one you’ll see on Google or Xe — otherwise known as the mid-market rate. To make a profit, transfer services add on a margin to the exchange rate to cover their own fees. Always compare providers with the knowledge that a provider may have no fees, but a bad exchange rate.

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Fees

Providers charge fees in either flat rates, percentages or not at all. These fees can also change depending on what you’re sending and how you’re sending it. For example, larger transfers are generally cheaper, while money transfers using your credit card can incur higher fees.

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Speed

Sometimes you need to get money to someone fast. Some providers specialise in cash pickup, which means your recipient can pick up the money you send almost instantly. This does come at a higher price, however. If you’re not worried about timing, most providers take anywhere between one and four days to deliver the money at a much lower fee.

Bottom line

If you want to send cash on the go, a money transfer app may be for you. Just be sure to compare the exchange rates, transfer fees and other details of money transfer specialists to ensure you get the best deal for your needs.

Frequently asked questions

We show offers we can track - that's not every product on the market...yet. Unless we've said otherwise, products are in no particular order. The terms "best", "top", "cheap" (and variations of these) aren't ratings, though we always explain what's great about a product when we highlight it. This is subject to our terms of use. When you make major financial decisions, consider getting independent financial advice. Always consider your own circumstances when you compare products so you get what's right for you. Most of the data in Finder's comparison tables is provided by Defaqto. In other cases, Finder has sourced data directly from providers.
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