Money · Prices
Compare currency conversion
Look beyond the headline exchange rate to the final amount received.
5 min read · General educational guidance
- Compare the provider’s rate with a neutral mid-market reference at the same moment.
- Add transfer, receiving, card and weekend charges to the calculation.
- Compare the final amount the recipient receives, not the advertised fee alone.
Practical example
For two remittance providers, record the amount sent, quoted rate, every fee and exact amount the recipient receives at the same time. The better result is the higher final receipt, not the lowest advertised fee.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Comparing quotes taken at different times in a moving market.
- Ignoring card, receiving-bank and weekend charges.
- Assuming an official reference rate is the rate a retail provider must offer.
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