Comparison

Accelovate vs Beyond by RS2

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

Head to head
About

Accelovate

Features
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Accelovate (powered by Crunch Payments) provides its own approved card payment solutions to business and organisations across Europe as well as, if required, a bespoke card solution including the full Crunch Payments ecosystem. A part of Accelovate/Crunch Payments ecosystem is our dedicated app, which allows Accelovate cardholders to: ● View the Accelovate cards on your account, including virtual and physical cards ● Check the balance on each of your cards ● View all transactions on your cards, including date/time, retailer and transaction type ● Attach photographs to each transaction, to allow you to manage your expenses ● View and update your card settings: including retailer blocks, usage limits and other security features ●Allow sharing of data with other viewers ●Centralise the data for business management in the Crunch Payments platform ● Transfer money between your cards Accelovate's end to end solution allows you to launch your Fintech product in weeks, not months. Our payment solutions can be used to manage expenses, set up reloadable prepaid cards, create virtual cards, gift cards… the list of solutions is endless. We are happy to discuss your needs in order to provide the best way to deliver a solution to your business. The Accelovate app is evolving with technology, compliance and our clients. Whilst the app is available as an immediate product, it can also be customised to your prepaid requirement. Some of the app features are unique such as the ability to share restricted information with viewers and attaching shopping receipts to transactions. The Accelovate app is connected to the Crunch Payments Web based management platform : CAT, that allows the business to manage and offer further features to the Card users. Accelovate works with organisations across multiple sectors: retail, gaming, banking, credit company, government and dozens more: we help shipping companies manage their fuel expenses and farmers to pay their workforce. Our products are available off-the-shelf, or completely white-labelled to match your brand. All our solutions incorporate industry-leading security controls which allow you to monitor spending, block unauthorised expenditure and prevent fraud. We are fully compliant with all legislation including PSD2 and GDPR, and our products will save you time, money and ensure your payments are protected. Our solution allows access to our global partners across all payment sectors. Accelovate is an program approved by Mastercard, working with two established issuing banks as well as the leading card processor GPS. Our experience, knowledge and relationships will help you get your product up and running quickly and easily with the right tool to deliver your solution faster.

About

Beyond by RS2

Features
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Beyond by RS2 is a secure app for managing cards issued by Beyond by RS2. Activate new cards, block lost ones, monitor transactions, and stay in control with real-time alerts and biometric login. Built for everyday users and finance pros alike, Beyond combines simplicity, security, and transparency. Card Management Made Simple Activate new cards instantly Lock and unlock your card anytime View transactions, limits, and card status in real time Download monthly statements and view contractual information Security & Trust Biometric login (Face ID, fingerprint) for secure access End-to-end encryption for sensitive card data Built for Our Cardholders Supports credit, debit, and prepaid cards issued by Beyond by RS2 Designed exclusively for Beyond cardholders Works across multiple devices and platforms Designed for All Users Beginner-friendly onboarding and help flows Structured tools for multi-card users and finance pros Intuitive, reliable, and easy to navigate Beyond by RS2 is built with empathy, precision, and compliance at its core. Whether you're activating your first card or managing multiple accounts, our customer-first flows adapt to your needs – with clear fallback messaging and structured guidance. Beyond each tap is encrypted infrastructure and biometric protection. From everyday users to finance professionals, Beyond by RS2 empowers you with clarity, control, and confidence.

Screenshots

Accelovate4 screens
Beyond by RS24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Beyond by RS2 at monthly against Accelovate's every 4 months. Accelovate's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Accelovate ships an update every 4 months, Beyond by RS2 monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Accelovate versus Beyond by RS2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAccelovateBeyond by RS2
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsMonthly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 β€” better15.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size30 MB165 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCrunch Payments LimitedRS2 Financial Services GmbH

In-app purchases

None

Accelovate

No in-app purchases

None

Beyond by RS2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Accelovate free?
Accelovate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Beyond by RS2 free?
Beyond by RS2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Accelovate or Beyond by RS2 have ads?
Neither Accelovate nor Beyond by RS2 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Accelovate or Beyond by RS2?
Accelovate ships an update every 4 months, and Beyond by RS2 monthly. Most recently, Accelovate was updated on October 27, 2026 and Beyond by RS2 on October 24, 2026.

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