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PayPal vs Revolut

PayPal and Revolut are both payment receiving platforms. Fees — PayPal: Fees vary by transaction type and country. Revolut: Free standard plan, ATM/FX fees beyond allowances.

Updated · from each platform’s published fees and payout terms · how we verify

Key differences

  • Fees — PayPal: Fees vary by transaction type and country. Revolut: Free standard plan, ATM/FX fees beyond allowances.
  • Both pay out via Bank transfer and Debit card.
  • PayPal is the older platform — founded in 1998, 17 years before Revolut (2015).
  • PayPal is based in United States, Revolut in United Kingdom.

Which should you choose?

Choose PayPal if…

  • You prefer a long track record (since 1998).

Side by side

PayPal The most widely accepted way to get paid online - send an invoice or a PayPal.Me link and receive from almost… Visit Revolut A financial super-app with multi-currency accounts - freelancers receive international payments and hold, exch… Visit
Type Payment receiving like Payoneer Payment receiving like Payoneer
Category Payments Payments
Vetted No No
Work from home Yes Yes
Fees Fees vary by transaction type and country Free standard plan, ATM/FX fees beyond allowances
Payout speed Standard bank transfer free, Instant Transfer 1.75% (max $25) —
Withdraw via Bank transfer, Debit card Bank transfer, Debit card
Availability 200+ markets UK, Europe, US, and more
Founded 1998 2015
Headquarters San Jose, United States London, United Kingdom
Stock ticker NASDAQ: PYPL —
Popularity 68 views · 1 likes 42 views · 0 likes

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, PayPal or Revolut?

PayPal: Fees vary by transaction type and country. Revolut: Free standard plan, ATM/FX fees beyond allowances.

Where are PayPal and Revolut available?

PayPal: 200+ markets. Revolut: UK, Europe, US, and more.