Head-to-head comparison

Wise vs MoneyGram

UK to Kenya money transfers (2026)

£1,000 sent · ranked by what your recipient actually gets

Data from 13 August 2026

MoneyGram delivers KSh27,765 more to your recipient today

Wise

Recipient gets

KSh172,235

KES for £1,000 sent

Transfer fee
£12.32
Exchange rate
174.3830
Rate margin
0.00%
Best deal

MoneyGram

Recipient gets

KSh200,000

KES for £1,000 sent

Transfer fee
£0.00
Exchange rate
200.0000
Rate margin
0.00%

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Historical record

Who has led in Plyna's tracking?

0

Wise leads

18

MoneyGram leads

Across 18 daily snapshots tracked by Plyna

Common questions

Wise vs MoneyGram — UK to Kenya

Is Wise or MoneyGram better for sending money from the UK to Kenya?
Both providers serve the UK-Kenya corridor, but which is cheaper changes daily as they reprice their rates. In Plyna's tracked snapshots, MoneyGram has led on 18 of 18 days. Today's result is shown in the comparison above — always check before transferring.
What fees do Wise and MoneyGram charge for UK to Kenya transfers?
Current fees are shown in the comparison above. As a general guide: providers differ in whether they charge flat fees, percentage fees, or hide costs in the exchange rate margin. Plyna ranks by recipient amount — the only figure that captures the true total cost of both the fee and the rate margin in a single number.
How much KES does my recipient get with Wise vs MoneyGram?
Today's recipient amounts for £1,000 sent are shown in the comparison above. The difference can be significant — even a 0.5% rate margin difference adds KES equivalent of several hundred units on a £1,000 transfer. Plyna updates these figures every morning from real provider quotes.
Which is faster: Wise or MoneyGram for Kenya transfers?
Both Wise and MoneyGram typically deliver to Kenya within a few hours. Exact delivery time depends on the payment method, time of day, and the recipient's bank. Check each provider's current delivery estimate when you create your transfer — speed can vary based on live network conditions.

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