Comparison

Intermex vs PTX Exchange

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

About

PTX Exchange

This app facilitates fast, secure, and transparent international money transfers, especially for immigrants supporting family abroad. It offers high sending limits, low flat fees, real-time tracking, and personalized multi-language support.

Highlights
  • Fast international transfers
  • High sending limits
  • Transparent flat fees
  • Real-time delivery tracking
  • Multi-language support
  • Personalized customer support
  • Bank and cash pickup options
Features
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PTX Exchange – Fast, Secure, and Simple PTX Exchange is the money transfer app built by immigrants, for immigrants. Whether you’re sending money to Brazil, Mexico, Guatemala, or beyond, PTX offers a fast, transparent, and secure way to support your family and friends back home. Unlike most remittance apps, we go beyond the basics. With higher sending limits, low flat fees, real-time tracking, and personalized support in your language, PTX delivers the peace of mind you deserve. Key Features: Fast International Transfers: Send money abroad in minutes with real-time delivery tracking. High Sending Limits: Transfer large amounts without unnecessary restrictions or hidden approvals. Transparent Fees: No surprises. Know exactly how much you’re sending and how much will be received. Multi-Language Support: App and customer service available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Personalized Support: Need help? Speak with real people who understand your journey. No robots, no endless wait times. Secure and Compliant: We use bank-grade encryption and comply with U.S. regulations to keep your money and data safe. Bank and Cash Pickup Options: Choose how your recipient receives funds — directly to their bank or via trusted cash pickup partners. Who We Serve: PTX is designed for the hardworking immigrant community in the U.S. We know what it’s like to support a family back home while navigating life in a new country. That’s why our mission is simple: make money transfers easier, safer, and more affordable for people like you. Built with Trust. Powered by Community. Join thousands of users across the United States who are switching to PTX for better control, better rates, and better service. Download PTX today and experience money transfers the way they should be.

Screenshots

Intermex4 screens
PTX Exchange4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: PTX Exchange at 100% against Intermex's 51%. PTX Exchange 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 (28K vs 10). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PTX Exchange holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Intermex has 28K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of Intermex's written reviews are positive against 100% of PTX Exchange's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Intermex ships an update monthly, PTX Exchange every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Intermex versus PTX Exchange: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIntermexPTX Exchange
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (28K ratings)5.0 (10 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings28K — better10
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size161 MB51 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperIntermex Wire TransferSEND US MONEY LLC

Customer experience

Intermex

All ratings27,702 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral2.4%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews163 reviews
Positive50.9%
Neutral3.7%
Negative45.4%

PTX Exchange

All ratings10 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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

PTX Exchange

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Intermex

No in-app purchases

None

PTX Exchange

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Intermex free?
Intermex is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PTX Exchange free?
PTX Exchange is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Intermex or PTX Exchange?
PTX Exchange is rated higher. Intermex averages 4.8 out of 5 from 28K ratings, while PTX Exchange averages 5.0 from 10 ratings.
Do Intermex or PTX Exchange have ads?
Neither Intermex nor PTX Exchange shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Intermex or PTX Exchange?
Intermex ships an update monthly, and PTX Exchange every 3 weeks. Most recently, Intermex was updated on September 27, 2026 and PTX Exchange on September 7, 2026.

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