Head-to-head
Skrill vs Revolut: Which One Should You Use?
Revolut is a neobank for daily spending. Skrill is a specialist wallet for gaming, crypto, and Forex. You'll usually keep both.
Open a Skrill accountFeature comparison
| Feature | Skrill | Revolut |
|---|---|---|
| Type | E-wallet + prepaid card | Neobank / IBAN account |
| Gaming & betting | Accepted at 200+ brands | Blocked by default |
| Crypto | 30+ coins, buy/sell/send | 60+ coins, buy/sell only |
| FX fee | 1.29%–3.99% (VIP) | Free to plan cap, then 0.5% + 1% weekends |
| ATM withdrawals | 1.75% via card | Free up to plan cap |
| Salary / IBAN | No | Yes |
| Loyalty | Knect (cash back) | RevPoints (limited) |
| Regulation | FCA (UK) | Bank of Lithuania |
| Best for | Gaming, Forex, crypto, freelancers | Daily spending, travel in EU |
When Skrill wins
- You deposit at betting or poker sites — Revolut cards get declined.
- You send crypto off-platform.
- You receive freelance payments in exotic currencies.
- You want a cash-back loyalty program you can withdraw.
When Revolut wins
- You want a full bank replacement with salary + direct debits.
- You travel in Europe and rarely exceed the free FX cap.
- You want budgeting tools and split-bill features.
Use both. Salary and daily spend on Revolut; gaming, crypto, and international sending on Skrill.
Frequently asked questions
Is Skrill or Revolut better for gambling?
Skrill. Revolut blocks most gambling merchants by default and its cards are declined at many betting sites. Skrill is the accepted cashier at 200+ betting brands with instant deposits.
Which is cheaper for FX, Skrill or Revolut?
For small monthly volumes Revolut Standard is cheaper (free FX up to €1,000/month). Above the cap Revolut charges 0.5% + 1% on weekends. Skrill VIP tiers drop to 1.29% with no weekend markup.
Can I use Skrill as a bank account like Revolut?
No. Skrill is an e-wallet with a prepaid Mastercard — no salary IBAN, no direct debits. Revolut works more like a bank account.