Tribapay vs Root by Sudo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Tribapay
This finance app empowers users in Africa with a suite of tools for seamless local and international money transfers, easy bill payments, and global online shopping. It offers innovative features like payment links and virtual cards, all secured with cutting-edge technology.
- Borderless money transfers
- Payment links for customers
- Cashpin™ for secure payments
- Seamless bill payments
- Virtual cards for global shopping
- Fast and secure transactions
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The Super Finance App for Africa At Tribapay, our goal is to create boundless opportunities through financial innovation for the 1billion+ people in Africa. Say goodbye to financial barriers with a range of remarkable features: Borderless Money Transfers: Seamlessly send and receive money, locally and across borders, with Tribapay. Whether you're supporting loved ones, travelling, or conducting your business, we've got you covered! Crypto Made Simple: Buy, hold, and sell crypto assets directly within the app. Whether you're new to crypto or a seasoned investor, Tribapay gives you a secure and seamless gateway to the digital asset economy. Sell Gift Cards Instantly: Turn your unused gift cards into cash with ease. Tribapay's in-app gift card marketplace lets you sell gift cards quickly and conveniently — no hassle, no delays. Payment Link: Revolutionize the way you collect payments from customers. Tribapay's Payment Link feature simplifies transactions, making it convenient for individuals & business and collect payments both locally and across borders. Discover Cashpin™: Cashpin™ (money in a pin) is a an new, secure, and convenient way to send money, make payments, and manage your finances. Pay Bills Seamlessly: Handle your bills effortlessly. With Tribapay, you can pay your bills conveniently, locally and across borders, ensuring you never miss a payment. Virtual Cards: Shop globally with ease using our virtual cards. Pay for goods and services worldwide without restrictions. Tribapay ensures you have access to the products and services you desire, no matter where they are. Fast and Secure: Tribapay is built on cutting-edge technology & security protocols to safeguard your financial transactions. We're dedicated to providing you with a secure, lightning-fast experience. Join the Tribapay community and redefine your financial journey. Download the app now and experience the future of finance, exclusively designed for Africa. Stay Informed Tribapay is constantly expanding. Stay updated on our latest news, new features, deals, and even countries through our website and various social media channels. Your feedback matters! Feel free to share your thoughts and suggestions through our various channels to help us serve you better. Contact: help@tribapay.com Website: https://tribapay.com Payment Link: https://pay.tribapay.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/tribapay Instagram: https://instagram.com/tribapay LinkedIn: https://ng.linkedin.com/company/tribapay
Root by Sudo
Manage your finances with a virtual payment card. Track spending, get real-time transaction insights, and create custom payment cards for better financial control.
- Create and manage payment cards
- Track spending
- Real-time transaction insights
- Customizable payment cards
- Financial control
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Root is a payment service that allows you to create and manage payment cards, track your spending, and receive real-time transaction insights on all of your purchases.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Tribapay at 4.2 against Root by Sudo's 3.2. Tribapay also leads on review sentiment (69% vs 38%) and ratings volume (42 vs 12). 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.
Tribapay holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 42 and 12 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Tribapay's written reviews are positive against 38% of Root by Sudo's.
Tribapay ships an update every 3 weeks, Root by Sudo fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Tribapay | Root by Sudo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (42 ratings) — better | 3.2 (12 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 69.2% of reviews — better | 37.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 42 — better | 12 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 49 MB | 70 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Stanbuzz Technology Limited | Sudo Africa, Inc. |
Customer experience
Tribapay
Root by Sudo
In-app purchases
Tribapay
No in-app purchases
Root by Sudo
No in-app purchases
