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Google Wallet alternatives: 3 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll digital wallet apps

Top picks

Common reasons people leave Google Wallet: android only; no iPhone app, and needs an NFC phone for tap-to-pay. We ranked 3 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Google Wallet, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Samsung Wallet currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Samsung Wallet logoSamsung WalletFree—NoAndroid5 of 568.8
2Apple Wallet logoApple WalletFree—NoiOS, macOS5 of 564.8
3PayPal logoPayPalFree plan + paid—NoWeb, iOS, Android8 of 861.8
  1. Samsung Wallet logo

    1. Samsung WalletTop pick

    Best for: Samsung Galaxy owners who want payments, passes and keys in Samsung's ecosystem

    FreeAndroid

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Google Wallet

    On Galaxy phones, adds Samsung Knox protection and support for more digital IDs and keys.

    Pros

    • Combines payments, passwords (Samsung Pass) and passes in one app
    • Digital car keys over NFC and UWB
    • Protected by Samsung Knox with on-device storage

    Cons

    • Only for Samsung Galaxy devices
    • ID and key features vary by country, model and partner
    • Overlaps with Google Wallet on the same phone, which can confuse
    Visit Samsung Wallet Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Samsung Wallet a good Google Wallet alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Includes
    Samsung Pay and Samsung Pass
    Checked Nov 8, 2026samsung.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Digital car keys
    NFC and UWB
    Checked Nov 8, 2026samsung.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Security
    Samsung Knox
    Checked Nov 8, 2026samsung.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Digital ID
    Student, company ID, driver's license (select)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026samsung.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Smartwatch
    Galaxy Watch6 or later
    Checked Nov 8, 2026samsung.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Apple Wallet logo

    2. Apple Wallet

    Best for: iPhone and Apple Watch owners who want cards, passes and keys in one built-in app

    FreeiOS, macOS

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Google Wallet

    The iPhone equivalent if you're moving to Apple, with IDs, transit and keys built in.

    Pros

    • Built into iPhone and Apple Watch with no setup beyond adding cards
    • No Apple fees for paying with Apple Pay
    • Holds passes, tickets, transit cards, keys and some IDs as well as payment cards

    Cons

    • Only works on Apple devices
    • IDs, transit and key features are limited to certain countries, states and partners
    • Bank and card support depends on your issuer joining Apple Pay
    Visit Apple Wallet Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Apple Wallet a good Google Wallet alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Fees
    No Apple fees for Apple Pay
    Checked Nov 8, 2026apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Driver's license and state ID
    Yes, eligible US states
    Checked Nov 8, 2026apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Digital car keys
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Express transit
    Yes, select cities
    Checked Nov 8, 2026apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Devices
    iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro
    Checked Oct 29, 2026support.apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. PayPal logo

    3. PayPal

    Best for: People who pay online often or send money to friends across iPhone and Android

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Google Wallet

    Cross-platform payments and money sending that also work online and on iPhone.

    Pros

    • Accepted at a very large number of online stores
    • Works on any phone and in the browser
    • Purchase Protection on eligible purchases

    Cons

    • Fees on some transfers, currency conversion and receiving payments
    • Not a full tap-to-pay phone wallet in most countries
    • Features like Pay Later and crypto vary by country
    Visit PayPal Compare with Google WalletDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is PayPal a good Google Wallet alternative?

    Verified facts

    8 of 8 verified
    Account cost
    Free to open
    Checked Nov 8, 2026paypal.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    iOS, Android
    Checked Nov 8, 2026paypal.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Buy now, pay later
    Pay in 4, Pay Monthly (US)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026paypal.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Buyer protection
    Purchase Protection
    Checked Nov 8, 2026paypal.com(opens source in a new tab)
    PayPal Checkout fee
    3.49% + fixed fee (US)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026paypal.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Card payments fee
    2.99% + fixed fee (US)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026paypal.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Fixed fee
    $0.49 per US dollar transaction
    Checked Nov 8, 2026paypal.com(opens source in a new tab)
    International fee
    Extra 1.50% on international commercial payments
    Checked Nov 8, 2026paypal.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Google Wallet alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Samsung Wallet logo

Best Google Wallet alternative for most people

Samsung Wallet

On Galaxy phones, adds Samsung Knox protection and support for more digital IDs and keys.

Apple Wallet logo

Best Google Wallet alternative for a free option

Apple Wallet

The iPhone equivalent if you're moving to Apple, with IDs, transit and keys built in.

PayPal logo

Best Google Wallet alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

PayPal

Cross-platform payments and money sending that also work online and on iPhone.

Apple Wallet logo

Best Google Wallet alternative for Mac

Apple Wallet

The iPhone equivalent if you're moving to Apple, with IDs, transit and keys built in.

PayPal logo

Best Google Wallet alternative for iPhone and Android

PayPal

Cross-platform payments and money sending that also work online and on iPhone.

PayPal logo

Best Google Wallet alternative for working in the browser

PayPal

Cross-platform payments and money sending that also work online and on iPhone.

Google Wallet alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Google Wallet?

Samsung Wallet ranks first right now. On Galaxy phones, adds Samsung Knox protection and support for more digital IDs and keys. Apple Wallet and PayPal follow it in our ranking.

Google Wallet vs Samsung Wallet: what's the difference?

Both Google Wallet and Samsung Wallet are free to use. Only Google Wallet runs on Web.

Is Google Wallet free?

Google Wallet is free to use.

Is there a free alternative to Google Wallet?

Yes. Samsung Wallet (free), Apple Wallet (free) and PayPal (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Google Wallet?

None of the 3 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Google Wallet?

The complaints we hear most: android only; no iPhone app; needs an NFC phone for tap-to-pay; supported banks and features vary widely by country.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Google Wallet, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.