Comparison

Currency Now vs Postbank

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

Head to head
About

Currency Now

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A powerful and simple currency converter, Currency Now provides up-to-date exchange rates for over 150 different currencies and countries. It is a great tool to have when abroad, or if you are just curious about exchange rates and would like to learn about trading. In the future, we hope to add new features to the app, such as support for more currencies, offline mode, localization, favorites, charts, and general interface improvements. Check Currency Now often to see if there are any new updates.

About

Postbank

Manage your finances with ease. Open accounts, track transactions, make real-time transfers, and handle credit cards. Securely authorize payments and explore investment options. Offers a simplified view for clarity.

Highlights
  • Account opening
  • Real-time transfers
  • Credit card management
  • Mobile payments
  • Investment trading
  • Financial analysis
  • Simple mode
Features
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ACCOUNT OPENING Open your current account directly within the app. Your account is active and ready to use in just a few minutes. BALANCES AND TRANSACTIONS You always stay on top of your current account balance and all account transactions. TRANSFERS Transfer money (in real time) - also via QR code or photo transfer. Manage your standing orders and quickly set up a scheduled transfer. And the best part: authorize your transactions securely directly in the app with BestSign. SECURITY Set up your BestSign security procedure directly within the app. It’s secure and convenient. MANAGE CREDIT CARDS Stay updated on sales, receive push notifications, view card details, customize card settings, or temporarily block your card all within the app. MOBILE PAYMENTS Store credit card or virtual card with Google Pay (free of charge) and pay via smartphone or smartwatch. CASH Find a way to get cash quickly. INVEST Trade your securities on the go and always keep an eye on your portfolio. ANALYZE FINANCES Learn more about income and expenses. Get a better overview of transactions through categorized revenue. SERVICES Manage everything related to your banking within the app - from changing your address to making an appointment. PRODUCTS Be inspired by the broad range of our products. SIMPLE MODE More focus, less distraction. With Simple Mode, you can enjoy the same secure banking experience in a simplified view that keeps things clear and easy.

Screenshots

Currency Now2 screens
Postbank4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Postbank at every 5 weeks against Currency Now's every 26 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Currency Now ships an update every 26 months, Postbank every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Currency Now versus Postbank: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCurrency NowPostbank
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (656 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—63.4% of reviews
Number of ratings—656 — better
Update frequencyEvery 26 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB266 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMatthew TurkPostbank - eine Niederlassung der DB Privat- und Firmenkundenbank AG

Bugs and requests

Currency Now

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Postbank

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • App crashes when accessing transaction history
  • Setup fails with 'no internet access' error despite connectivity
  • QR code scanning impossible during phone activation
  • Remember Postbank ID function not working
  • Password change function broken
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  • Logout button hidden below screen edge
  • Contact list display issues on smaller devices
  • Real-time transfer functionality disabled

Requested features

10 requests
  • Transaction notifications (push or email)
  • QR code scanning for transfers
  • Online mailbox/Posteingang functionality
  • Bank statements and account information access
  • Real-time transfer capability
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  • Template creation and management
  • Financial management tools
  • Single unified app (eliminate need for BestSign app)
  • Better contact display and management
  • Account information and interest rate details

In-app purchases

None

Currency Now

No in-app purchases

None

Postbank

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Currency Now free?
Currency Now is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Postbank free?
Postbank is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Currency Now or Postbank have ads?
Neither Currency Now nor Postbank shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Currency Now or Postbank?
Currency Now ships an update every 26 months, and Postbank every 5 weeks. Most recently, Currency Now was updated on November 7, 2026 and Postbank on November 12, 2026.

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