Sokin vs Wise Business: Which delivers more value?

Compare fees, FX, payouts & operational speed to find the payments platform that helps your business scale globally.​

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Recognised as one of the fastest-growing private technology companies.
Transparent FX & fees​
No surprise costs​
Hands on support​
Local & global speed​

Sokin puts business owners and finance teams first

Pricing that is predictable​

No subscription fees. Flat transfer pricing and transparent FX to help finance teams plan with confidence.

Balances that earn

Earn up to 3.74% AER on GBP, EUR, and USD balances; put your working capital to work.3

Support that solves

Clear communications and quick resolutions through real people; to ensure your account is never in the way of business.​

Why fast-growing businesses choose Sokin

Sokin is designed for finance teams that value clarity, control, and consistency in their global operations. With transparent FX, no monthly fees, multi-currency accounts, and predictable payment costs, Sokin helps businesses budget confidently, streamline cross-border transfers, and scale without complexity. ​

Wise Business*

Monthly fee**
No monthly fee
No monthly fee
Currency exchange fee**
Wholesale rate + from 0.33%
Wholesale rate + min 0.3% - 1% depending on currency
Payment fee**​
Local: free
International: from 0.33%
From £5
Inbound fee
Free for domestic/local transfers
SWIFT/wire fees from £2.16
🏆 No inbound fee
Local account details
10
5 regions incl. USD, GBP, EUR, AUD, CAD​
Hold and manage multiple currencies
25
26
Earn on balances
Earn up to 3.41% on USD, GBP and EUR
🏆 up to 3.74% on USD, GBP and EUR3
Countries you can send to
70+
🏆 170
Payout currencies
40+
🏆 70+
Bulk payments
1000
🏆 5000
Accounting Integrations
Xero, QuickBooks, NetSuite and more
Sage, Xero, NetSuite, QuickBooks
Marketplace collections
🏆 Supported via local account details
No
Payment acceptance
Yes, via local bank details & payment links
Card payments, Apple Pay & Google Pay​
Disclaimer: 
*Wise information shown is based on publicly available UK pricing and product details (i.e., the Wise Business plan) as of April 30, 2026. Fees, features, and availability may vary by country, entity type, and customer profile.
**May vary by region ​

Compare the landscape

Every global payments partner offers something different. Explore our comprehensive blog to ensure you have the agility and reach your business demands.

3 reasons to consider Sokin over Wise

  • Forecast with confidenceClear FX and transparent fees designed to avoid hidden spreads and unexpected cost variation.
  • Domestic & global payments in one place​​ Manage payouts and international transfers from the same platform, with accounting platform integrations.
  • Built for control and trust​ Enterprise-grade controls, segregated client funds, and institutional backing from Morgan Stanley Expansion Capital to support global payment operations with confidence.

All the currencies you need.
At our best rates, guaranteed.

cad
cad
aed
aed
gbp
gbp
usd
usd
dkk
dkk
sgd
sgd
hkd
hkd
aud
aud
bgn
bgn
cad
cad
aed
aed
gbp
gbp
usd
usd
dkk
dkk
sgd
sgd
hkd
hkd
aud
aud
bgn
bgn
chf
chf
cnh
cnh
eur
eur
huf
huf
jod
jod
jpy
jpy
mxn
mxn
nzd
nzd
pln
pln
chf
chf
cnh
cnh
eur
eur
huf
huf
jod
jod
jpy
jpy
mxn
mxn
nzd
nzd
pln
pln
ron
ron
rsd
rsd
sar
sar
sek
sek
tnd
tnd
all
all
aoa
aoa
brl
brl
egp
egp
cad
cad
aed
aed
gbp
gbp
usd
usd
dkk
dkk
sgd
sgd
hkd
hkd
aud
aud
bgn
bgn
myr
myr
ngn
ngn
zar
zar
nok
nok
try
try
krw
krw
inr
inr
chf
chf
cnh
cnh
eur
eur
huf
huf
jod
jod
jpy
jpy
mxn
mxn
nzd
nzd
pln
pln

Safe & secure

Your funds are always safeguarded

We keep your funds segregated from our own and place them with reputable banking partners-giving you the confidence that your money is always protected.

We're licensed throughout the globe

We operate under a global suite of licenses and regulatory approvals, meeting strict standards wherever you do business. See our full regulatory details here.

Bank-level security protects your account

We’ve built our infrastructure to meet financial-institution security standards and advanced threat protection-so you can focus on growing your business. View our Trust centre.

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Trusted by global leaders

The British & Irish Lions

The British & Irish Lions are one of the world's most prestigious rugby touring teams, representing the combined strength of England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. For their recent tour to Australia, they needed efficient cross-border financial solutions to manage complex payments across multiple jurisdictions. Sokin provided global payment support to help streamline tour operations and international financial requirements.

"It is great to welcome Sokin to The Lions family as we get ready to head to Australia this summer. There is nothing in world sport quite like a British & Irish Lions Tour and the cross-border and global nature of a Tour means that partners like Sokin are a perfect match"
Tom Halsey, Chief Commercial Officer
The British & Irish Lions

Nottingham Forest FC

Nottingham Forest FC is a historic English football club competing in the Premier League with a global fan base. As a modern club, Forest requires seamless international financial operations for complex business transactions. Sokin's global payment solutions help the club manage international payments, including player transfers and other cross-border operations, while streamlining financial processes across multiple markets and currencies.

"Competing in the Premier League brings increased cross-border activity, making seamless and reliable financial solutions more important than ever. Partnering with Sokin allows us to streamline cross-border payments with a trusted and innovative provider. Their commitment to transparency and simplicity aligns with our values, making them an ideal partner for our global financial needs."
Paul Bell, Chief Business Officer
Nottingham Forest FC

Powering global payments for Manchester United

Manchester United operates on a truly global scale, managing complex international payments across multiple currencies. The club needed a comprehensive solution to handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, and foreign exchange exposure. Sokin's strategic FX management and streamlined multi-currency AP and AR workflows help Manchester United enhance financial control, simplify operations, and drive greater efficiency.

“Sokin’s global business payments infrastructure and forward-thinking approach align perfectly with our commitment to delivering best-in-class services and experiences to our fans and partners across the world."
Marc Armstrong, Chief Business Officer
Manchester United

Products we offer

Multi-currency Accounts

Receive funds in 26 currency accounts across local and multi-currency accounts.¹

Explore Accounts

FX & Payments

Send fast international payments to over 170 countries in 70+ currencies.¹

Explore Payments

Balance boost

Switch on your Boost to earn upto 3.74% AER on unlimited USD, EUR and GBP balances.³

Explore Balance Boosts

Payment gateway

Ecommerce payment gateway that supports your domestic & international customer base.

Explore Gateway

Accounting integrations

Connect directly with your existing ERP and accounting platforms to fuel efficiency.

Explore Integrations

APIs

Access our suite of APls to embed within your own systems and products.

Explore APIs

Questions and Answers

How does Sokin’s pricing compare to Wise Business?

Both Sokin and Wise offer transparent pricing with no monthly fees. Wise applies variable FX and transfer fees that differ by currency pair and payment type, while Sokin focuses on clear, predictable pricing structures designed to support forecasting and margin control as payment volumes scale. ​

What are Wise Business’s SWIFT fees?

If you send money via SWIFT with Wise Business you’ll usually pay variable fees based on the currency. SWIFT fees on Sokin go as low as 5 units.

Which platform supports more currencies and countries? 

Wise allows businesses to hold and manage a larger number of currencies, while Sokin supports payouts to more countries globally. For finance teams, the difference often comes down to whether the priority is holding balances in many currencies or executing payments reliably across more markets. ​

Which platform is better suited for growing businesses?

Wise is often used for straightforward international transfers and multi-currency holding. Sokin is built for businesses managing higher payment volumes, multiple entities, and complex cross- border operations, where predictable costs, payment control, and operational oversight become increasingly important.

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