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Why businesses choose Sokin vs Airwallex
Airwallex offers multi-currency accounts and global payouts on tiered plans that can include a monthly fee. Sokin gives you the same global toolkit with no monthly fee—plus market-leading AER on GBP/EUR/USD balances and a simpler, predictable cost model
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Simple, predictable pricing
No subscription. No minimum balance. Straightforward transfer fees and transparent FX, so finance can forecast without surprises.
Earn on idle funds
Put working capital to work: up to 3.5% AER on GBP, EUR and USD business balances, with flexible “Boost” options.
Proactive support & clear resolutions
If something affects your account (e.g., compliance checks), we’ll tell you what’s happening and what to do next, fast. (Our approach is designed to minimise downtime for operating funds.)
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Airwallex & Sokin comparison
We’ve benchmarked Sokin against Airwallex’s Explore plan (UK) to give you a fair, like-for-like view of pricing and features, since Sokin doesn’t charge monthly fees.
Information last verified: 13 Aug 2025. Airwallex’s £19/month Explore plan fee is waived if you deposit at least £10k per month or maintain a minimum balance of £10k.
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Boost your earnings in GBP, USD, & EUR
With an AER of up to 3.5% on funds held for over 60 days
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Scale worldwide with seamless financial APIs
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Products we offer in your region
Multi-Currency accounts
No subscription. No minimum balance. Straightforward transfer fees and transparent FX, so finance can forecast without surprises.
FX and Payments
Put working capital to work: up to 3.5% AER on GBP, EUR and USD business balances, with flexible “Boost” options.
Boosts
If something affects your account (e.g., compliance checks), we’ll tell you what’s happening and what to do next, fast. (Our approach is designed to minimise downtime for operating funds.)
Payment links FAQs
Does Airwallex always charge a monthly fee?
In the UK, Airwallex’s business plans start at £19 a month, though you can avoid the fee if you keep at least £10,000 in your account. With Sokin, there are no monthly fees at all – and no balance requirements.
What are Airwallex’s SWIFT fees?
If you send money via SWIFT with Airwallex, you’ll usually pay between £10 and £20 per transfer. SWIFT fees on Sokin go as low as 5 units.
How fast are international transfers on Airwallex?
Airwallex transfers can arrive the same day or take up to two days, depending on the route. Sokin sends money instantly between Sokin accounts and offers access to local routes which are typically the fastest routes in the region.
Which payment methods are available to customers?
Customers can pay via popular cards, including Visa and Mastercard, and wallets, including Apple Pay and Google Pay.
