Square vs Wise
A side-by-side comparison of Square and Wise — TrustScores, verified reviews and ratings across the App Store and Google Play, updated for 2026.
Head-to-head
| Metric | Square | Wise |
|---|---|---|
| TrustScore (/5) | 3.2 | 4.1 |
| Total reviews | 330 | 2,076 |
| Proof-verified reviews | 139 | 1,479 |
| App Store rating | 3.0 | 3.6 |
| Google Play rating | 3.3 | 4.3 |
| Region | Global | Global |
| Founded | 2009 | 2011 |
Square · rating distribution
5
62 · 19%
4
84 · 25%
3
83 · 25%
2
43 · 13%
1
58 · 18%
Wise · rating distribution
5
1,127 · 54%
4
527 · 25%
3
172 · 8%
2
97 · 5%
1
153 · 7%
The verdict
Wise edges ahead with a TrustScore of 4.1/5 versus 3.2/5 for Square — 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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