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Currencies Direct

Currencies Direct

Great rates, no transfer fees

385 ratings
100 reviews
🌟 Lifestyle
💰 Finance
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 11, 2016
  • July 3, 2026

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Developer

Redpin Holdings Limited
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Send and spend money internationally with excellent exchange rates and no transfer fees. Manage over 20 currencies in a secure multi-currency wallet, and make transfers 24/7. Get personalized support from a trusted financial service.

✓Send money to over 120 countries
✓Support for over 20 currencies
✓Live exchange rate tracking
✓Secure multi-currency wallet
✓24/7 transfer capability
✓Bank-beating exchange rates
✓Award-winning one-to-one support
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Currencies Direct. Based on 385 reviews and a 4.8/5 average, it highlights the 10 positives and 10 negatives reviewers mention most about this Finance app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Fast and efficient transfers
  • 👍Easy-to-use app and interface
  • 💰Competitive exchange rates
  • 🤝Excellent customer service and support staff
  • 🔒Trustworthy and reliable company
  • 📱Intuitive app design after recent updates
  • 💳Convenient wallet system for managing transfers
  • ⏱️Quick account setup and onboarding
  • 🌍Supports multiple currency transfers
  • 👴User-friendly for non-technical users

Negative things

  • 🐛App crashes and freezes frequently
  • ❌Login and authentication issues
  • 💸Hidden fees not disclosed upfront
  • 📉Exchange rates worse than competitors
  • ⏳Compliance delays on transfers
  • 🔐Overly strict compliance and account suspension
  • 📱Incompatible with older devices/iOS versions
  • 🤔Complicated setup process initially
  • 🚫Requires extensive personal information upfront
  • ⚠️Poor communication on policy changes
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What's New in Currencies Direct

7.2.3

July 3, 2026

We’ve made improvements behind the scenes to give you a smoother and more reliable app experience. This update includes bug fixes and performance enhancements as we continue improving our new app foundation. Update now to enjoy the latest version!

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Great Experience

Amazing technology and easy to use!
Luis A G.Luis A G.

Response from developer

Hello, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you’re finding the app easy to use. If you ever need assistance or have any feedback, please don't hesitate to let us know. We’re available 24/7. Thank you for choosing us!

Gifts

So easy to use app now, thankyou
Helen1961Helen1961

Currency Transfer

Another quick easy transaction, so effortless and simple.
GranbybuckGranbybuck

Easy to control your Currency

Great trustworthy company, with a great app making it easy to manage your money.
Mander!!1977Mander!!1977

Problems

Always been pleased and recommended currencies direct but the last couple of time had problems with the website and logging in and then this time sending money and then receiving it
casarojacasaroja
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

10 issues

App fails to open with false technical glitch messages

Bug

Date of birth field loops back to initial date

Bug

App freezes on first screen after download

Bug

Login credentials not recognized by app

Bug

Password setup fails despite meeting requirements

Bug

App crashes on various screens

Bug

Persistent login failures for weeks

Bug

App incompatible with iPhone 5 and older iPads

Bug

Card transactions rejected at toll booths

Bug

App unresponsive and hangs frequently

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Requested Features

5 requests

Push notifications for rate alerts

Feature

Support for more currencies on card

Feature

Better transaction grouping in activity feed

Feature

Simplified information access before account creation

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Improved app stability and performance

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FAQ

What does Currencies Direct do?

Currencies Direct is a service that allows you to send and spend money internationally. It offers competitive exchange rates and aims to eliminate transfer fees, making international transactions more affordable. The service supports over 120 countries and more than 20 currencies.

What are the key features of this app?

Key features include the ability to check live exchange rates 24/7, buy currency when you like the rate, store it in a secure multi-currency wallet, and send it whenever needed. Payments can be made via card or bank transfer. The service also provides award-winning one-to-one human support.

Is there a cost to use Currencies Direct?

The app itself is free to use, and the service emphasizes 'no transfer fees' and 'bank-beating exchange rates'. While the core service is free, specific transaction costs or potential fees for certain services would be detailed on their website or during the transfer process.

What currencies and countries are supported?

The service supports over 20 currencies, including AED, AUD, CAD, CHF, EUR, GBP, USD, and many others. It facilitates transfers to more than 120 countries worldwide. A full list of supported currencies is available, with a specific note for ZAR sales requiring registration with Currencies Direct South Africa.

How does Currencies Direct compare to banks for exchange rates?

Currencies Direct claims to offer bank-beating exchange rates, helping customers save money on their transfers. They compare their rates against banks monthly using the International Money Transfer Index (IMTI™). More information on their rate comparisons can be found on their website.