Apple Wallet

Apple's built-in wallet for cards, Apple Pay, passes, tickets, IDs and digital keys on iPhone and Apple Watch.

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Updated Oct 29, 2026 · AppBreakup editorial · iOS, macOS

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Is Apple Wallet free?

Yes, free to use

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Google Wallet
Free
Samsung Wallet
Free
PayPal
Free plan + paid

Verified facts: 5 of 5
Alternatives ranked: 6
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About Apple Wallet

Apple Wallet is the app on iPhone and Apple Watch that holds payment cards for Apple Pay along with boarding passes, event tickets, transit cards, loyalty cards, hotel and car keys, and in some US states a driver's license or state ID. Paying is a matter of holding the phone or watch near a contactless reader and confirming with Face ID, Touch ID or a passcode, and the same cards work for Apple Pay in apps and on the web, including on Mac and iPad. Passes can pop up on their own at the right time and place, such as a boarding pass at the airport. Apple doesn't charge fees for paying with Apple Pay; your card issuer's usual terms apply. The catch is that it's tied to Apple hardware: there's no Android version, and features like IDs, transit cards and keys depend on your country, bank, transit system or car brand.

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

What works

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

Why people leave

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

Apple Wallet vs Google Wallet, Samsung Wallet and PayPal

From each app's listing and the prices verified on its own site. A dash means we haven't verified it yet.

Attribute	Apple Wallet	Google Wallet	Samsung Wallet	PayPal
Pricing	Free	Free	Free	Free plan + paid
Verified price	—	—	—	—
Free plan	Free app	Free app	Free app	Yes
Open source	No	No	No	No
Self-hostable	No	No	No	No
Platforms	iOS, macOS	Android, Web	Android	Web, iOS, Android

Top Apple Wallet alternatives

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1
Google Wallet
The Android equivalent for tap-to-pay, passes, tickets and car keys if you're moving to Android.
68.8
2
Samsung Wallet
Galaxy phones' wallet, with payments, IDs, digital keys and Samsung Knox security.
64.8
3
PayPal
Works on any phone and online, with buy-now-pay-later and sending money to friends.
61.8
4
Zelle
Bank-to-bank payments in the US from your banking app, an alternative to Apple Cash for paying friends.
59.4
5
Cash App
Works on Android as well as iPhone and adds investing, bitcoin and direct deposit.
42.3

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Apple Wallet: common questions

What is Apple Wallet?

Apple Wallet: Apple's built-in wallet for cards, Apple Pay, passes, tickets, IDs and digital keys on iPhone and Apple Watch. Best for iPhone and Apple Watch owners who want cards, passes and keys in one built-in app. Available for iOS and macOS.

Is Apple Wallet free?

Yes, Apple Wallet is free to use.

Is Apple Wallet open source?

No, Apple Wallet is not open source.

What platforms does Apple Wallet run on?

Apple Wallet is available for iOS and macOS.

What are the best alternatives to Apple Wallet?

The highest-ranked Apple Wallet alternatives right now are Google Wallet, Samsung Wallet and PayPal. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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

Both Apple Wallet and Google Wallet are free to use. Only Apple Wallet runs on iOS and macOS. Only Google Wallet runs on Android and Web.

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Apple Wallet facts

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Fees: No Apple fees for Apple Pay; Checked Nov 8, 2026apple.com(opens source in a new tab); “Apple does not charge any fees when you pay with Apple Pay — in stores, online, or in apps.”
Driver's license and state ID: Yes, eligible US states; Checked Nov 8, 2026apple.com(opens source in a new tab); “Driver’s License and State ID Driver’s License and State ID Add your eligible driver’s license or state ID to Apple Wallet”
Digital car keys: Yes; Checked Nov 8, 2026apple.com(opens source in a new tab); “Car Keys Car Keys Once your eligible digital car key is stored in”
Express transit: Yes, select cities; Checked Nov 8, 2026apple.com(opens source in a new tab); “Learn more You can also use Express Transit without having to wake or unlock your phone.”
Devices: iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro; Checked Oct 29, 2026support.apple.com(opens source in a new tab); “add a debit or credit card to the Wallet app on your iPhone, Apple Watch, or other compatible device.”