Lydia vs Venmo
| Lydia | Venmo | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | Free | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Android, iOS | Android, iOS, Web |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Transfer speed | — | instant |
| Exchange-rate model | — | markup |
| Mobile platforms | — | both |
| Upfront fee display | — | Yes |
| Transfer tracking | — | Yes |
| Scheduled transfers | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Money Transfer Apps, Best Peer-to-Peer Payment Apps. On Samsung Mobile US Press, Venmo scores higher on our published basis.