Google Wallet vs Neteller
A side-by-side look at how these two wallets stack up — and which one wins for which job.
| Feature | Google Wallet | Neteller |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4.3 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 |
| Best for | Contactless payments & passes on Android | Online deposits & international transfers |
| Monthly fee | Free | Free; USD 5/mo after 6 months without a login or transaction |
| Exchange rate | Uses your card's FX terms | Up to 3.99% (VIP from 1%) |
| Send / receive | No Google fee; send money only in India and Singapore | 2.99% to send (min USD 0.50); receiving free |
| Withdrawals | N/A | 1.75% to a bank account (min USD 3.50) |
| Card | No standalone card; stores cards, passes & tickets | Yes — Net+ prepaid Mastercard (EEA and UK) |
| Availability | Countries on Google supported-countries list; tap to pay varies by country | Most countries (excl. US) |
| Currencies | Local card currency | Multiple currency balances |
| Regulation | Rides card networks; licences by region | Central Bank of Ireland (Paysafe Payment Solutions Ltd) |
| Founded | 2011 (Wallet rebrand 2022) | 1999 |
Google Wallet
Google Wallet is the default Android tap-to-pay app, free to use in the countries on Google's supported list, storing payment cards alongside transit, loyalty and event passes. It charges no fee of its own, deferring to your card's terms, but sending money to friends is only offered in India and Singapore. The natural everyday wallet for Android users.
Pros
- Free to use — Google charges no fee
- Stores cards, transit, loyalty & event passes
- Tokenized payments for added security
Cons
- No own account or balance in most markets
- Sending money to friends only in India and Singapore
- Feature set varies widely by country
Neteller
Neteller is Skrill's Paysafe sibling, used mainly to fund trading and online accounts, with a Knect rewards programme and a Net+ prepaid card for EEA and UK residents. Standard members pay up to 3.99% in FX fees (VIP members from 1%), 2.99% to send money and 1.75% (min USD 3.50) to withdraw to a bank, plus USD 5 a month after six months of inactivity. Well accepted, but not a cheap way to hold or move currencies.
Pros
- Sister product to Skrill, broad acceptance
- Knect loyalty programme earns points
- FX fee drops to as little as 1% for VIP members
Cons
- Net+ card limited to EEA and UK residents
- FX fee up to 3.99% for standard members
- USD 5/mo inactivity fee after 6 months
The bottom line
Overall, Google Wallet edges ahead with a score of 4.3 versus 3.5 — but the right choice depends on your priorities. Check both against your own country and use case before deciding.