Starling Bank vs Wise: the full comparison
Our breakdown of how Starling Bank and Wise compare — and which might suit you best.
Starling Bank is available in 1 country, while Wise, founded in 2011, is available in 177 countries. Both are popular neobanks, but they take different approaches and suit different needs.
Starling Bank is best suited to individuals. With Starling’s banking app, you'll get instant notifications when you spend or get paid, insights that reveal your spending habits, the ability to deposit cheques directly from your mobile, 24/7 support and an application that only takes minutes. It currently holds a Neolista score of 4.3 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 Starling Bank 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.
