Intermex vs Amigo Paisano Plus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Intermex
Send money internationally, top up phones worldwide, and pay bills in the U.S. This app offers a secure and affordable way to stay connected with loved ones, with options for cash pickup, bank deposits, or home delivery.
- Send money to 62+ countries
- Cash pickup or bank deposit
- Top up phones in 130+ countries
- Pay U.S. bills
- First transfer $0 fee
- Refer & Earn program
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Everything you need to stay connected, now in one powerful app. Whether you’re sending money or topping up your cell phone, Intermex makes it fast, easy, and secure. With coverage in 62+ countries and over 180,000 payout locations, we help you stay close to your loved ones, no matter the distance. SEND MONEY INTERNATIONALLY • Send to Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Colombia, India, Dominican Republic & more • Choose cash pickup, direct bank deposit, or home delivery (in the Dominican Republic) • Pay with your debit or credit card TOP-UP PHONES • Instantly recharge mobile phones in 130+ countries • Top-up your own or your loved ones’ phones, fast and secure • Enjoy fee-free top-ups with exclusive promos SAVE MORE WITH INTERMEX • First transfer is $0 fee or get a higher FX (depending on the destination country) • Turn on app notifications to unlock exclusive deals HUMAN SUPPORT, WHENEVER YOU NEED IT • Talk to a real person, our customer service is available 7 days a week • Call us at 1.888.999.5307 for help in English or Spanish • Our app is accessible and easy to use on most devices Why Intermex? Because you deserve more. More ways to send. More ways to help. More peace of mind. Transfer fees may vary based on different factors such as destination country, payment method, amount to be sent, or use of any promotion code. Intermex Wire Transfer, LLC 9100 South Dadeland Blvd. Suite 1100, Miami, Florida 33156.
Amigo Paisano Plus
This prepaid Mastercard is designed for individuals without an SSN or ITIN, offering easy application with alternative IDs. Load funds conveniently with cash or checks and enjoy secure transactions with no hidden fees.
- Apply with Passport, Matricula Consular, or Mexican INE
- Pick up card at participating VoltCash agents
- Load funds with cash or checks
- Cash back on approved checks
- No hidden fees
- FDIC-insured funds
- Mastercard Zero Liability protection
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The Amigo Paisano VoltCash Prepaid Mastercard is THE card specially designed for paisanos like you. We know you, understand you, and know what you need. Easy Application: If you don’t have a SSN or ITIN, you can apply for a card with your Passport, Matricula Consular, or Mexican INE. Once approved, you can pick up your card at any participating VoltCash agent—no need to wait for days for your card to arrive in the mail. Convenient ways to load funds: You can load your card with cash or with payroll or benefits checks at any participating VoltCash agent and get cash back on the spot from approved checks with our cash unload option. You can also load with cash at thousands of Mastercard rePower® locations nationwide. Great benefits: No hidden fees. Your funds are FDIC-insured and protected against unauthorized transactions with Mastercard Zero Liability. Use your card for everyday purchases everywhere Debit Mastercard is accepted. The Amigo Paisano VoltCash Prepaid Mastercard is issued by Central Bank of Kansas City, Member FDIC, pursuant to a license from Mastercard International Incorporated. Mastercard is a registered trademark, and the circles design is a trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated. Certain fees, terms, and conditions are associated with the approval, maintenance, and use of the Card. You should consult your Cardholder Agreement and Fee Schedule at info.amigopaisano.com/voltcash. If you have any questions regarding the Card or such fees, terms, and conditions, you can contact us toll-free at 1-844-730-3377, we are available 24/7/365.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Amigo Paisano Plus at 100% against Intermex's 52%. Amigo Paisano Plus also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Intermex's advantage is ratings volume (29K vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Amigo Paisano Plus holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Intermex has 29K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of Intermex's written reviews are positive against 100% of Amigo Paisano Plus's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Intermex | Amigo Paisano Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (29K ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 51.5% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 29K — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 161 MB | 67 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Intermex Wire Transfer | Voltcash Inc. |
Customer experience
Intermex
Amigo Paisano Plus
Bugs and requests
Intermex
Reported bugs
4 issues- Login issues
- Transfer cancellations
- Incorrect exchange rate displays
- Compatibility problems with older devices
Requested features
5 requests- More payment options
- Improved exchange rate transparency
- Faster money delivery
- Enhanced security features
- Multilingual support
Amigo Paisano Plus
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Intermex
No in-app purchases
Amigo Paisano Plus
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Intermex free?
Is Amigo Paisano Plus free?
Which has better reviews, Intermex or Amigo Paisano Plus?
Do Intermex or Amigo Paisano Plus have ads?
Which is updated more often, Intermex or Amigo Paisano Plus?
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