EQ9 vs Rasto
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
EQ9
This app facilitates instant, secure, and cost-effective international money transfers using blockchain technology. It allows users to convert and send funds across currencies, track activity, and withdraw locally in supported regions, aiming to reduce traditional banking fees and delays.
- Instant international money transfers
- Blockchain-powered security
- Cost-effective FX rates
- Self-custody of assets
- Scheduled recurring payments
- Local currency withdrawals
Read full descriptionHide full description
EQ9 is an online FX application built to revolutionise the global cross-border payment market through instant, secure, and cost-effective blockchain-powered transfers. Designed for individuals and businesses, EQ9 delivers instant, secure, and cost-efficient international transfers—removing the friction, delays, and high fees of traditional financial services. At launch, EQ9 supports USD and EUR transactions. Users can deposit from anywhere globally, send funds to recipients worldwide, and enjoy seamless local currency withdrawals in supported regions. Integration with industry leader Banxa ensures reliable on- and off-ramping between EQ9 and traditional bank accounts. Key capabilities: * Convert and send funds across currencies * Maintain full self-custody of assets * Schedule or automate recurring FX payments * Instantly track account activity * Request payments in local currency * 0% transaction fees and near mid-market FX rates Upcoming updates include support for 130+ global currencies with live FX rate visibility, and an expansion of withdrawal coverage to match our already-global deposit reach. Current coverage: * Deposits: Global * Withdrawals: Australia, Canada, Europe, UK (+9 territories), and the United States * Transactions: Global Crypto-native users can also off-ramp USDC or ETH directly to their local bank by sending assets to their EQ9 account address — offering one of the simplest and most integrated crypto-to-fiat experiences available today. EQ9 is building the infrastructure for a modern global economy — one that is fast, secure, cheap, and borderless.
Rasto
Read full descriptionHide full description
Pay anyone, anywhere in seconds. Rasto feels like your favorite instant-pay app, but for the whole world. Send money to bank accounts abroad with live exchange rates, no fees, and real-time tracking, no hidden markups, ever. Why people choose Rasto 1. Instant, global transfers – Move money across borders in seconds, 24/7. 2. Transparent pricing – See the fee, the rate, and the exact amount your recipient will get before you send. 3. No fees – Keep more of your money with simple, predictable pricing. 4. Settle to bank accounts – Funds arrive directly in local currency. 5. Feels like local instant pay – The simplicity of UPI/PayNow/Pix, but international. 6. Pay by @username or directly to bank – No IBAN or routing numbers required. 7. Real-time tracking & receipts – Status updates, a transaction ID, and shareable proof of payment. 8. Send again in a tap – Save favorites and recents for faster repeats. 9. Local funding options – Use methods like SEPA Instant, Faster Payments where available.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: EQ9 at none against Rasto's shown. EQ9 also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | EQ9 | Rasto |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 78 MB | 101 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | EQ9 | Rasto Inc. |
In-app purchases
EQ9
No in-app purchases
Rasto
No in-app purchases









