PayPal vs Venmo
A side-by-side comparison of PayPal and Venmo — TrustScores, verified reviews and ratings across the App Store and Google Play, updated for 2026.
Head-to-head
| Metric | PayPal | Venmo |
|---|---|---|
| TrustScore (/5) | 2.9 | 3.0 |
| Total reviews | 3,180 | 2,975 |
| Proof-verified reviews | 2,651 | 2,495 |
| App Store rating | 1.6 | 1.8 |
| Google Play rating | 3.6 | 3.7 |
| Region | Global | Global |
| Founded | 1998 | 2009 |
PayPal · rating distribution
5
566 · 18%
4
780 · 25%
3
737 · 23%
2
466 · 15%
1
631 · 20%
Venmo · rating distribution
5
534 · 18%
4
762 · 26%
3
670 · 23%
2
422 · 14%
1
587 · 20%
The verdict
Venmo edges ahead with a TrustScore of 3.0/5 versus 2.9/5 for PayPal — but the right choice depends on the features and fees that matter to you. Read the verified reviews for both before deciding.
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