Revolut vs Airwallex: Compare features and fees
See how Airwallex delivers better features and lower fees than Revolut. While both providers support global transfers, Airwallex reaches 200+ countries and routes payments over local rails in 120+ countries for faster, lower‑cost delivery. Receive, hold, settle, and send funds all on one platform.*
3 reasons why businesses choose Airwallex over Revolut
Reach more countries with fast, low‑cost transfers
Send money to 200+ countries (compared to 150+ transfer destinations with Revolut) with transfers routed over local payment rails in 120+ countries for faster delivery and lower costs.
More than 90% of transactions arrive the same day when sent via our local rails network.
Receive funds like a local in more currencies
Create local bank details and receive funds like‑for‑like in 20+ currencies, helping avoid unnecessary conversions and simplify reconciliation — no matter where you’re located.
Businesses can do so without having to establish a local entity or open multiple foreign bank accounts.
Get more on one platform
Accept customer payments via major card schemes and 160+ local payment methods, then settle in multiple currencies to reduce FX and improve conversion.
Manage global accounts, FX, transfers, and payment acceptance from a single multi‑currency platform — built for cross‑border growth.
Send transfers to more regions and accept customer payments with Airwallex
Airwallex lets businesses transfer funds to 200+ countries, more than the 150+ that Revolut supports. By leveraging its local payment rails, businesses can send high-speed transfers to 120+ countries with faster delivery and lower costs.
With Airwallex, UK businesses can accept customer payments in 160+ countries using no-code payment links, eCommerce plugins, or fully customised API solutions. Boost conversions by offering cards and 160+ local payment methods at checkout.
Consolidate your global finances on one platform — receive, hold, settle and send funds, plus accept payments — to simplify operations and reduce unnecessary FX conversions.
Save on FX and transfer fees with Airwallex
Overall, Airwallex offers lower fees for international transfers and currency conversions.
What local businesses are saying about Airwallex
“Airwallex is a really good example of how we’re investing in technology. While our previous solution for foreign payments was very slow, manual and outdated, Airwallex is quick, easy and efficient. Not only does Airwallex save the team time, it also saves us money – it’s a win-win.”
Laura Bowden
CFO at McLaren Racing
“Everything just flows now - approvals, expenses, reimbursements. Managers feel trusted, the finance team is more visible, and we’re moving faster without losing control. Airwallex has completely changed the pace and perception of finance in the business.”
Nathan Humphreys
Financial Controller, Truvi
"We've had such a fantastic experience switching to Airwallex. Previously we were using a traditional bank to make all of our international transactions and they'd constantly lock us out of the account everytime we made a transfer, resulting in hours and hours of lost time on hold. Airwallex is secure, makes it super quick and simple to make and receive international payments."
Rupert
Managing Director, Perspective Pictures
"Our water solutions company, Dropterra (go.dropterra.com) has partnered with Airwallex since inception and it has been the best banking and payment partner a company can think of. International transactions are easy, secure, and fast, the technology is incredible and their client service fantastic! We look forward to growing and deepening our relationship with Airwallex!"
Francois Schramek
Co-Founder, Dropterra
“Before we found Airwallex, it was difficult to find an employee cards and payments infrastructure partner that could keep up with our high growth and big vision. Airwallex has provided a complete business account to seamlessly manage employee expenses, multi-currency collections and transfers at market-leading FX rates. To date, Airwallex has helped Mr Yum issue more than 30 cards, launch 3 months faster in the UK and saved more than $50,000 on international transaction and FX-related fees”
Corey Payne
Financial Controller, Mr Yum
Frequently asked questions about Revolut fees and features
How much are Revolut fees in the UK?
For UK businesses, Revolut Business typically charges £5 per international transfer once your plan’s monthly allowance is used (Basic includes no free international transfers, Grow includes 5 free, Scale 25 free, and Enterprise is custom), with exact pricing varying by plan and corridor.
Currency exchange uses the interbank rate, with a 0.6% fee when you exceed your plan’s monthly exchange allowance and an additional 1% for exchanges outside market hours (e.g., weekends and public holidays).
Other charges for payment acceptance, cards, and add‑ons are billed separately under your plan’s pricing.
What alternative solutions to Revolut are there?
There are several alternatives to Revolut, including PayPal, Payoneer, Stripe, and Wise. However, Airwallex stands out for its multi-currency support, competitive pricing, like-for-like settlement, and end-to-end solutions including payment acceptance, FX and transfers, and spend management tools.
Who can open an Airwallex Business Account in the UK?
Airwallex supports UK‑incorporated businesses such as limited companies and LLPs.
To open an account you’ll provide standard KYC information, typically including Companies House details, identification for directors and ultimate beneficial owners, and business address/registration documents, with exact requirements varying by entity and risk profile.
How does an Airwallex Business Account help businesses save on transaction fees?
An Airwallex Business Account can be used to avoid unnecessary conversion fees and to save on everyday expenses.
You can collect payments from your international customers in their preferred currency and then spend those proceeds later in the same currency (for example, to pay global suppliers and employees), thereby eliminating unnecessary conversion fees. You can also benefit from holding funds in a foreign currency until FX rates are favourable enough to convert these funds to your home currency.
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*All comparisons and information reflect Airwallex’s own research using public documentation as of August 2025, and have not been independently validated. The information is provided for educational purposes only and a reader should consider the specific requirements of their business when evaluating providers. This research is reviewed annually. If you would like to request an update, feel free to contact us at [email protected].