Remitly vs Ria

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Is Remitly or Ria cheaper for sending money from the UK to Kenya?

Ria has usually been cheaper: it paid out more on 30 of the last 30 days, by £18.22 per £1,000 on average. On 11 November 2026, Ria paid KSh3,957 more for £1,000 (Remitly KSh169,430, Ria KSh173,387).

What fees do Remitly and Ria charge for UK to Kenya?

In our latest quotes for £1,000, Remitly charged £0.00 and Ria charged £0.00. Their exchange rates sat on average 1.97% below and 0.15% below the mid-market rate respectively, which is a cost on top of the fee.

How much more does a recipient in Kenya get with the cheaper one?

On average £18.22 more per £1,000 sent over the last 30 days, and up to £25.97 on a single day. On 11 November 2026, Ria paid KSh3,957 more for £1,000 (Remitly KSh169,430, Ria KSh173,387).

How often does the cheaper provider change between Remitly and Ria?

It hasn't in the last 30 days: Ria paid out more every day. Prices can still change, so check before you send.

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