Zelle AlternativesMoney Transfer Services and other similar apps like Zelle

Zelle is described as '® has partnered with leading banks and credit unions across the U.S. to bring you a fast, safe and easy way to send money to friends and family. Money moves quickly - directly from bank account to bank account' and is a Money Transfer service in the business & commerce category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Zelle for a variety of platforms, including iPhone, Android, Web-based, iPad and Android Tablet apps. The best Zelle alternative is PayPal. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try PayPal or GNU Taler. Other great apps like Zelle are MiniPay Wallet, Venmo, Strike.me and Apple Pay.

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  1. PayPal icon

    PayPal

     365 likes

    Offering safe, convenient online payments worldwide, with buyer and seller protection, integration with over 200 countries’ banks, and optional features like PayPal Credit, PayPal is a trusted choice for personal and business use, providing flexible, secure payment options.

    160 PayPal alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
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    Comments about PayPal as an Alternative to Zelle
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    PayPal is convenient, safe, and free (no fee for most transactions). It's not only the best alternative to Zelle, it's superior to Zelle because it doesn't impose transfer limits like Zelle does (of $500 per week per person).

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    None of these services are perfect nor or people. When things go wrong PayPal has the service power and experience to get things fixed. For lack of a better term Zelle is terrible and the biggest reason I believe people are looking elsewhere. They are real good however of blaming everything on your bank

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • PayPal is Free Personal and ProprietaryZelle is Free and Proprietary
    • PayPal is Security-focusedZelle is not according to our users
  2. Wise icon

    Wise

     55 likes

    Provides secure, cost-effective international transfers using the real exchange rate. Supports over 70 currencies, allowing account openings in 8+ currencies, and offers a free multi-currency account up to 8x cheaper than banks.

    51 Wise alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    GNU Taler

     24 likes

    GNU Taler is a privacy-preserving payment system. Customers can stay anonymous, but merchants can not hide their income through payments with GNU Taler. This helps to avoid tax evasion and money laundering.

    123 GNU Taler alternatives

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    • Android
    • Self-Hosted
    • Google Chrome
    • Opera
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • F-Droid
     
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    Comments about GNU Taler as an Alternative to Zelle
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    It doesn't allow you to work with USD or any real currency (just their test currency KUDOS). It is a proof-of-concept without any real-life, real-currency payment functionality.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • GNU Taler is Free and Open SourceZelle is Free and Proprietary
    • GNU Taler is Privacy focused and Security-focusedZelle is not according to our users
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    Remitly

    Securely send money globally to banks and cash pickup spots with competitive exchange rates and no recipient fees. Enjoy 24/7 service, real-time updates, and a refund policy for delayed transfers.

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  6. MiniPay Wallet icon

    MiniPay Wallet

     4 likes

    Experience fast, affordable, and secure digital transactions with MiniPay. Join millions around the world who trust our self-custodial wallet to manage and send funds globally. Send from Africa, Europe, and Latin America.

    62 MiniPay Wallet alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
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  8. Strike.me icon

    Strike.me

     6 likes

    Strike.me is a platform for buying bitcoin and making global money transfers. Users can quickly register and start transactions from a cent. The platform allows automatic bitcoin purchases at set intervals or at the current market price.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  10. Apple Pay icon

    Apple Pay

     7 likes

    Apple Pay lets you make purchases securely in stores, in apps, and on the web using Safari . Pay with just a touch, in person or online, with debit and credit cards. Your purchases are safe and private, card details never shared by Apple.

    29 Apple Pay alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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  11. Meta Pay icon

    Meta Pay

     2 likes

    Meta Pay is an easy, secure way to pay on the apps you already use.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Facebook Messenger
    • iPhone
    • Android
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    Remitly

     2 likes

    Securely send money globally to banks and cash pickup spots with competitive exchange rates and no recipient fees. Enjoy 24/7 service, real-time updates, and a refund policy for delayed transfers.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Cash App

     8 likes

    Cash App lets you pay friends instantly, and cash out to your bank for free. Standard deposits show up the very next business day. You can even spend directly from the app with a built-in Visa virtual card number.

    37 Cash App alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
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    Payoneer

     11 likes

    Founded in 2005 and based in New York, Payoneer is venture-backed, profitable and ranked in the top 100 of Inc. 5000’s Financial Services companies.

    133 Payoneer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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  15. Deal.io icon

    Deal.io

     1 like

    Companies of all sizes use Deal to create the fastest checkout experience online (or in-store), increase conversion rates and boost sales.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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