Comparison

ELB vs Matensa

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

Head to head
About

ELB

Access your bank account 24/7 from your mobile device with secure and convenient features. Manage accounts, transfer funds, order checkbooks, and receive notifications on the go.

Highlights
  • Secure login with biometrics
  • View account balances and details
  • Transfer funds domestically and internationally
  • Order checkbooks
  • Set account notifications
  • Find branch and ATM locations
Features
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The Fastest Way to your bank account Emirates Lebanon Bank online users who are on the go, can access their bank account in a more fast and convenient way, in a 24/7 manner, from their mobile device using ELB-MobileApp. Our mobile banking app's features and offers: * Secure access via a Username, Password and Captcha, using a 2048 bits SSL key. * Easy navigation. * Biometrics authentication to log in faster through face recognition. * Get online bank access using your Emirates Lebanon Bank credit card. * Reset your password in case your forgot it. * View balance of accounts included in the "ELB-EB" subscription. * View your Accounts Details, Account activity, Account Statistics and your Scheduled Transactions. * View details of credit cards' outstanding bills. * Order checkbooks. * Send and receive emails from your Bank. * Set Notifications on account balances, Transactions or Currencies. * Check pending transactions. * Transfer funds between your accounts. * Transfer funds between Emirates Lebanon Bank sal accounts. * Transfer funds to other banks in Lebanon or abroad. * ELB branches and ATMs location service, which require location permissions to display this information.

About

Matensa

Manage your finances with a digital wallet that handles payments, transfers, and mobile recharges. Track cash flow, set up bill agreements, and even manage payroll. Earn rewards for good financial habits.

Highlights
  • Digital wallet for payments and transfers
  • Bill and subscription agreement tracking
  • Marketplace for listing products/services
  • Cash flow management and insights
  • Mobile and subscription recharges
  • Payroll deposit and salary advances
  • Automated reminders and rewards
Features
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Matensa: Your Comprehensive Digital Wallet and Financial Management Platform Experience a new era of financial empowerment with Matensa, your all-in-one digital wallet and financial management platform. Designed to seamlessly integrate into your daily life, Matensa offers a robust suite of features that puts you in control: Agreements: Simplify your financial commitments by setting up and tracking agreements for bills, invoices, and subscriptions. Payments are automatically populated with detailed, itemized entries, and receipts are instantly delivered, directly from merchants or government institutions—eliminating the need for manual tracking. Marketplace: List your products and services in a polished, searchable storefront inside Matensa’s marketplace. Create a personal Catalogue, set prices and availability, and accept bookings with built-in calendar scheduling. The marketplace connects sellers and buyers safely within the app, handles payments and confirmations, and gives you tools to promote listings and manage orders — making it easy to earn and grow your business from one place. Cash Flow Clarity: Gain real-time insights into your finances with a clear view of both incoming and outgoing payments. Manage your cash flow effortlessly and stay ahead of your financial commitments. Cash In, Cash Out, and Transfers: Charge your wallet in LBP or USD using a variety of methods—credit/debit cards, agents, ATMs, branches, or other digital wallets. Send money to friends and pay with QR codes at POS machines or online, ensuring smooth and secure transactions wherever you go. Mobile Recharges: Effortlessly recharge your mobile and subscription accounts, ensuring you're always connected and ready to go. Payroll Management: Have your payroll deposited directly into your Matensa wallet, creating a centralized hub for all your financial activities. Additionally, you can apply for salary advances and access other exclusive benefits, giving you greater control and flexibility over your finances. Reminders & Rewards: Stay on track with automated reminders for due and overdue payments. Plus, earn rewards for responsible financial behavior, like on-time payments and active community participation. Comprehensive Financial Tools: Seamlessly switch between personal and business profiles, connect with government services for automated bill retrieval, and manage every aspect of your financial life—all within one app. Matensa Card: Your Matensa Card gives you convenient access to your funds and a clear view of your spending. Each transaction is updated in real-time in the Matensa app, so you can easily track your balance, spending, and any rewards. Top up your card anytime and manage your transactions securely, all from one place. Security and Compliance: Matensa operates under the Central Bank of Lebanon (BDL) license number 25/07/24, ensuring full regulatory compliance. We are also ISO 27001 certified, reflecting our commitment to the highest standards of data security. Our platform uses advanced measures to protect your personal information and secure your transactions, providing you with confidence and peace of mind in managing your finances. Matensa combines convenience, security, and flexibility to give you full control over your financial life. Download Matensa today to experience the future of financial management.

Screenshots

ELB4 screens
Matensa4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ELB at none against Matensa's shown. ELB also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). Matensa's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, rating, 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for ELB against 5.0 for Matensa. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ELB ships an update every 9 months, Matensa every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 4 level
ELB versus Matensa: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterELBMatensa
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings)
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB130 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEmirates Lebanon Bank SALARAB WORLD TECHNOLOGIES S.A.R.L

Customer experience

ELB

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Matensa

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

ELB

No in-app purchases

None

Matensa

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ELB free?
ELB is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Matensa free?
Matensa is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ELB or Matensa?
ELB and Matensa are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 3 ratings respectively.
Do ELB or Matensa have ads?
Matensa shows ads; ELB does not.
Which is updated more often, ELB or Matensa?
ELB ships an update every 9 months, and Matensa every 10 days. Most recently, ELB was updated on October 2, 2026 and Matensa on October 11, 2026.

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