TrustRadius Insights for Wise are summaries of user sentiment data from TrustRadius reviews and, when necessary, third party data sources.
Pros
Easy-to-use Platform: Users have consistently found the platform to be easy to use, intuitive, and user-friendly. Many reviewers have stated that they didn't encounter any difficulties or complications during the transfer process. The visually appealing user interface and easy navigation further contribute to a positive user experience.
Low Fees and Transparency: Reviewers appreciate the transparency and low fees offered by the platform. They find it to be a cost-effective solution for their money transfers, especially compared to traditional banks. Many users have mentioned that the platform provides accurate conversion rates and doesn't have any hidden fees, making it a reliable choice for their financial transactions.
Timely Completion of Cash Transfers: The timely completion of cash transfers is frequently mentioned as a positive aspect by users. They are satisfied with the speed at which their transfers are processed and receive their funds promptly. This reliability in transferring money contributes to a positive overall experience for users.
My use of TransferWise has been personal. My father passed away in the Fall of 2020. One of my siblings lives in Japan and it was necessary to find a way to transfer his inheritance to him. TransferWise was not only very easy to use but was lightning fast. I've sent traditional international wires, which usually require multiple days to make it overseas. TransferWise has a domestic office that serves as a go-between for transfers. So, even though the money I was sending was going international, the wire was domestic. This made it cheaper on the sending bank side (domestic wire transfers were less than international transfers). But best of all, the money was sent and released to my brother within one business. That's incredible! I used TransferWise several times to move funds over to him and would use it again any day.
Pros
Quick - because funds are transferred domestically, even when going international, you don't have to wait long.
Easy - the printout of what information I needed to give the sending bank was complete and easy to understand.
Affordable - the fees on both ends were minimal.
Cons
Popularity - the bank I took the form to regarded it with suspicion at first. They had never heard of TransferWise and I had to wait for a while for them to authenticate it.
Likelihood to Recommend
As long as both entities involved in the transaction have an account and communicate well, I see TransferWise working quickly and effectively in all situations.