Remitly vs Ria

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

Remitly has usually been cheaper: it paid out more on 27 of the last 28 days, by £18.28 per £1,000 on average. On 11 November 2026, Remitly paid ₱165 more for £1,000 (Remitly ₱84,380, Ria ₱84,215).

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

In our latest quotes for £1,000, Remitly charged £0.00 and Ria charged £0.00. Their exchange rates sat on average 1.65% above and 0.14% below the mid-market rate respectively, which is a cost on top of the fee.

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

On average £18.28 more per £1,000 sent over the last 28 days, and up to £34.67 on a single day. On 11 November 2026, Remitly paid ₱165 more for £1,000 (Remitly ₱84,380, Ria ₱84,215).

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

The lead changed 2 times in the last 28 days, and Remitly has led for the last 1 day. Check today's quotes before you send.

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