Comparison

iRecharge vs KeshPay

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

Head to head
About

iRecharge

Easily pay electricity bills, TV subscriptions, and mobile airtime/data. Offers multiple payment methods like cards, USSD, and bank transfers for convenient transactions.

Highlights
  • Electricity bill payment
  • TV subscription payments
  • Airtime and data top-ups
  • Multiple payment options
  • Transfers and collections
Features
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iRecharge – Fast Airtime, Data, Bill Payments & Lifestyle App in Nigeria iRecharge is your all-in-one bill payment and lifestyle app in Nigeria. Buy airtime, subscribe to data, pay electricity bills, book your bus and flight tickets, insurance subscriptions, buy movie tickets and manage your expenses easily—all in one secure platform. With our improved experience, you can complete transactions in as little as 30 seconds. Why iRecharge? Fast & Easy Payments - Buy airtime and data for all networks - Pay electricity bills in Nigeria (AEDC, IKEDC, EKEDC, PHED, IBEDC, KEDCO & more) - Subscribe to DSTV, GOTV, Startimes - Reliable and instant bill payment services - Renew Insurance subscriptions - Over 7 payment options to choose from. Decide what works for you. - Pay JAMB, WAEC & NECO fees - Check Meter Band & Meter Debt - Retrieve Lost Tokens - Generate Proof of Address - Use AI Assistant for faster actions - Unlock rewards as you grow (JJC → Boss) Transport & Travel Services - Book road transport tickets - Book local & international flights - Top-up your cowry wallet for bus and and ferry trips in Lagos. Smart Money Tools - Track your expenses and spending - Get bill payment reminders - Set up auto-scheduled payments - Receive smart financial tips - Apply discount codes on transactions Secure & Trusted - Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) - Advanced liveness checks - Safe, fast, and reliable transactions Download iRecharge today for fast and secure bill payments!

About

KeshPay

Manage your finances, cryptocurrencies, and payments from a single digital wallet. Create virtual cards, send and receive money globally, pay bills, and access a marketplace. Offers robust security features for all transactions.

Highlights
  • Multi-currency accounts (fiat & crypto)
  • Buy and sell cryptocurrencies
  • Virtual Mastercard and Visa cards
  • Send and receive money globally
  • Pay bills and purchase airtime
  • Create invoices and financial reports
  • Group savings pools and fundraisers
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KeshPay is a financial app designed to help users manage money, make payments, and access digital financial services from a single wallet. The app supports multiple currencies and is available in over 48 countries. MULTI-CURRENCY ACCOUNTS Hold and manage both fiat and cryptocurrency balances in one place. Supported currencies include Nigerian Naira (NGN), US Dollars (USD), British Pounds (GBP), Euros (EUR), and others. Users can switch between currencies within the app. BUY & SELL CRYPTO Buy and sell cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), USDT, BNB, Solana, and other supported assets. View real-time prices and complete trades directly within your wallet. VIRTUAL CARDS Create virtual Mastercard and Visa cards for online payments. Use cards for subscriptions, online shopping, and international merchants. Users can set spending limits, freeze or unfreeze cards, and receive transaction notifications. SEND & RECEIVE MONEY Send and receive money within the app using usernames or bank transfers. Peer-to-peer transfers between KeshPay users are processed instantly within the platform. PAY BILLS Purchase airtime and data, and pay for electricity, cable TV, internet, and other supported utility services directly from your wallet. USD ACCOUNT Access a US Dollar account with US bank details to receive international payments from clients, businesses, and supported platforms. NEARBY PAYMENTS Make in-person payments to nearby users using GPS discovery or NFC. This feature supports quick transfers between individuals and participating merchants. SHOP & MARKETPLACE Access digital products such as gift cards and refills within the app. Users can also buy and sell items through the in-app marketplace with escrow-based transaction support. INVOICES & BUSINESS TOOLS Create invoices, accept crypto payments via an embeddable widget, track transactions, and generate basic financial reports for personal or business use. POOLS & FUNDRAISERS Create group savings pools or fundraisers for shared goals, events, or community projects. Contributions and balances are visible to participants. GAMES & REWARDS Access in-app games and referral features that provide reward credits based on usage and participation. SECURITY FEATURES • Encrypted data protection • Biometric authentication (fingerprint and facial recognition, where supported) • Passcode protection • Transaction notifications • Two-factor authentication (2FA) • Card freeze and unfreeze controls SUPPORT Get assistance through in-app chat, support tickets, and a help centre with frequently asked questions. GETTING STARTED 1. Download the app 2. Create an account 3. Complete identity verification (KYC) 4. Fund your wallet and start using available services KeshPay is built for individuals and businesses looking to manage payments, digital assets, and everyday financial activities from one application.

Screenshots

iRecharge4 screens
KeshPay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: KeshPay at 4.9 against iRecharge's 4.2. KeshPay also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). iRecharge's advantage is device support and ratings volume (60 vs 19). On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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

KeshPay holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 60 and 19 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
iRecharge versus KeshPay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriRechargeKeshPay
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (60 ratings)4.9 (19 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings60 — better19
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsYes—
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — better—
Requires iOS15.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size199 MB33 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperInfostrategy TechnologyTryba U.K Limited

In-app purchases

None

iRecharge

No in-app purchases

None

KeshPay

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iRecharge free?
iRecharge is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is KeshPay free?
KeshPay is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iRecharge or KeshPay?
KeshPay is rated higher. iRecharge averages 4.2 out of 5 from 60 ratings, while KeshPay averages 4.9 from 19 ratings.

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