Comparing the two payments apps to help you pick the right one for Israel.
| Bit | PayBox | |
|---|---|---|
| Description | Israel's most popular peer-to-peer payment app, linked to local bank accounts. Used everywhere for splitting bills, paying small vendors, and settling up with friends. Some market stalls and small shops prefer Bit over card payments. | Another popular Israeli payment and money transfer app. Works similarly to Bit for peer-to-peer transfers and group payments. |
| Essential? | Yes | No |
| Pro Tip | Bit requires an Israeli bank account to use fully. As a tourist, you probably won't set it up yourself, but if you travel with locals, they may Bit you their share of a bill. | - |
| App Store | Download | Download |
| Play Store | Download | Download |
We recommend Bit for payments in Israel. Bit requires an Israeli bank account to use fully. As a tourist, you probably won't set it up yourself, but if you travel with locals, they may Bit you their share of a bill.
