Curve vs Wise: the full comparison
Our breakdown of how Curve and Wise compare — and which might suit you best.
Curve is available in 30 countries, while Wise, founded in 2011, is available in 177 countries. Both are popular neobanks, but they take different approaches and suit different needs.
Curve is best suited to individuals. Connecting your debit and credit cards to Curve modernises all your accounts, so you never have to switch banks. All cards become contactless and work with Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay. You get a great exchange rate when you travel (and avoid any nasty fees). Plus, cashback from your favourite brands? Win all round. It currently holds a Neolista score of 3.0 out of 5.
By comparison, Wise is geared towards both individuals and businesses. 175 countries. 50 currencies. Get the account built to save you money round the world. Save up to 6x when you send, spend and withdraw 50 currencies, all in one account. It currently holds a Neolista score of 4.7 out of 5.
If Curve lines up with what you need, it's a strong choice — but it's worth weighing Wise too, especially on availability, fees and the account types each one supports. Use the live details above to pick the option that fits you best.
