Side-by-side card comparison

Solayer Pay vs Bitpanda: fees, rewards and account setup

Bitpanda Card has the higher Overall Score by 18 points (73 vs 55). Bitpanda Card also looks stronger for Cashback, Travel, Funds control, Lowest fees, and Transfers. The details below show where Solayer Pay Card may still be the better personal fit.

Information checked Oct 6, 202641 official sources reviewed

01 · Make the first cut

Bitpanda Card is the better all-round starting point

Bitpanda Card has the higher Overall Score in this comparison. Solayer Pay Card may still suit you better if its card format, way of holding funds or availability is the deciding factor. A score cannot tell you whether a provider will accept your application or whether every feature will be available where you live, so check the latest provider terms before signing up.

OverallSolayer Pay55Bitpanda73Higher score
CashbackSolayer Pay21Bitpanda60Higher score
TravelSolayer Pay53Bitpanda79Higher score
Funds controlSolayer Pay47Bitpanda56Higher score
Lowest feesSolayer Pay43Bitpanda67Higher score
TransfersSolayer Pay29Bitpanda85Higher score

Choose Solayer Pay Card if its day-to-day setup suits you

Solayer Pay Card does not lead one of the use-case scores here, but it can still be the right choice when its costs, rewards and day-to-day setup match how you plan to use it. The other card looks stronger for Cashback, Travel, Funds control, Lowest fees, and Transfers, so compare that advantage with the features you would actually use.

  • Virtual and physical Visa cards
  • Spend USDC from Solana
  • sUSD can earn while spendable

Choose Bitpanda Card if cashback and travel matter most

Bitpanda Card comes out ahead for Cashback, Travel, Funds control, Lowest fees, and Transfers in this comparison. It is worth a closer look if those are the parts of a card you expect to use most.

  • No monthly fee
  • Apple Pay and Google Pay
  • Crypto and metals payments

The differences that could change the result

The overall score points one way, but a specific use case or product condition may point another.

Overall Score
Solayer Pay55
Bitpanda73

Bitpanda Card has the higher Overall Score by 18 points.

Entry cost & FX
Solayer Pay$20/year plan · Up to 3% stated + $0.10; components may stack FX
Bitpanda$0 plan · 0% Bitpanda FX markup on non-EUR transactions; Visa mark-up may apply. Asset sale fees remain payable FX

Bitpanda Card has the lower starting plan cost ($0 vs $20/year).

Purchase rewards
Solayer Pay0% base
Bitpanda1% cashback

Bitpanda Card has the higher published base cashback rate (1% vs 0%).

Funds control
Solayer PayCustodial balance
BitpandaCustodial balance

Solayer Pay Card and Bitpanda Card use the same custodial balance setup.

Everyday access
Solayer PayVirtual + Physical · Apple Pay, Google Pay
BitpandaVirtual + Physical · Apple Pay, Google Pay

Both cards list the same number of card formats and phone-wallet options.

Money movement
Solayer Pay1 stablecoin · Not modeled
Bitpanda2 stablecoins · Stablecoin transfers; EUR SEPA withdrawal

Bitpanda Card lists more stablecoins and ways to send money out (4 vs 1).

02 · Read the shortlist

A closer look at the two cards

These quick facts cover the costs, rewards and everyday features most likely to shape your choice. Use the full table below when you want the finer details.

2 cards compared
Cashback
0% base
Plan cost
$20/year
FX fee
Up to 3% stated + $0.10; components may stack
ATM fee
Not disclosed
Card formats
Virtual, Physical
Wallet payments
Apple Pay, Google Pay
Receive methods
1 crypto · 0 fiat
Payout methods
0 crypto · 0 fiat
Cashback
1%
Plan cost
$0
FX fee
0% Bitpanda FX markup on non-EUR transactions; Visa mark-up may apply. Asset sale fees remain payable
ATM fee
2%; min €2
Card formats
Virtual, Physical
Wallet payments
Apple Pay, Google Pay
Receive methods
1 crypto · 1 fiat
Payout methods
1 crypto · 1 fiat

03 · Compare the details

Compare the details side by side

We highlight a better number only when both cards publish values that can be compared fairly. Anything missing stays clearly marked.

Best known Not disclosed
Cards
Solayer Pay CardOverall55
Bitpanda CardOverall73
01

Scores

6 fields
Overall Score
Solayer Pay Card
55
Bitpanda Card
73
Cashback score
Solayer Pay Card
21
Bitpanda Card
60
Travel score
Solayer Pay Card
53
Bitpanda Card
79
Funds control score
Solayer Pay Card
47
Bitpanda Card
56
Lowest fees score
Solayer Pay Card
43
Bitpanda Card
67
Transfers score
Solayer Pay Card
29
Bitpanda Card
85
02

Strengths & trade-offs

2 fields
Strengths
Solayer Pay Card
Virtual and physical Visa cards, Spend USDC from Solana
Bitpanda Card
No monthly fee, Apple Pay and Google Pay
Trade-offs
Solayer Pay Card
Purchases earn Emerald Points, FX costs vary by region
Bitpanda Card
Asset sale fees on payments, Limited cashback eligibility
03

Costs

7 fields
Plan cost
Solayer Pay Card
$20/year
Bitpanda Card
$0
FX fee
Solayer Pay Card
Up to 3% stated + $0.10; components may stack
Bitpanda Card
0% Bitpanda FX markup on non-EUR transactions; Visa mark-up may apply. Asset sale fees remain payable
Top-up fee
Solayer Pay Card
1%
Bitpanda Card
EUR SEPA deposits and withdrawals: no Bitpanda fee. PayPal deposit: 1.49%. Bank charges and other methods may differ. These fund the provider account
Card spending fee
Solayer Pay Card
$0.15
Bitpanda Card
Not disclosed
ATM fee
Solayer Pay Card
Not disclosed
Bitpanda Card
2%; min €2
Virtual card
Solayer Pay Card
$0 virtual card; included with the $20/year Solayer Pay base plan
Bitpanda Card
Not disclosed
Physical card
Solayer Pay Card
Free card; US Express shipping $24.99 or International Express shipping $59.99
Bitpanda Card
First card free. One active physical card per user.
04

Plans

2 fields
Available plans
Solayer Pay Card
1 plans: Solayer Pay
Bitpanda Card
1 plans: Standard
Top cashback plan
Solayer Pay Card
Not disclosed
Bitpanda Card
Standard: 1%
05

Everyday use

8 fields
Network
Solayer Pay Card
Visa
Bitpanda Card
Visa
Card formats
Solayer Pay Card
Virtual, Physical
Bitpanda Card
Virtual, Physical
ATM withdrawals
Solayer Pay Card
Available
Bitpanda Card
Available
Mobile wallets
Solayer Pay Card
Apple Pay, Google Pay
Bitpanda Card
Apple Pay, Google Pay
Apps
Solayer Pay Card
iOS, Android
Bitpanda Card
iOS, Android, Web
Daily spending limit
Solayer Pay Card
Shown in app
Bitpanda Card
€10,000 per day; €70,000 per week. Minimum card payment €1.
Monthly spending limit
Solayer Pay Card
Shown in app
Bitpanda Card
€280,000 per month
ATM limit
Solayer Pay Card
Limits shown in app
Bitpanda Card
€500 per day
06

Funding & transfers

5 fields
Networks
Solayer Pay Card
Solana
Bitpanda Card
Not disclosed
Crypto deposits
Solayer Pay Card
Stablecoins: USDC
Bitpanda Card
Stablecoins: USDC
Fiat deposits
Solayer Pay Card
Not disclosed
Bitpanda Card
EUR SEPA deposit
Transfers
Solayer Pay Card
Not disclosed
Bitpanda Card
Stablecoin transfers; EUR SEPA withdrawal
Payout currencies
Solayer Pay Card
Not disclosed
Bitpanda Card
EUR
07

Rewards

3 fields
Base cashback
Solayer Pay Card
0%
Bitpanda Card
1%
Max cashback
Solayer Pay Card
Not disclosed
Bitpanda Card
1%
Reward currency
Solayer Pay Card
Emerald Points
Bitpanda Card
Same eligible cryptocurrency used for payment
08

Earn

5 fields
Advertised APY
Solayer Pay Card
Up to 3.5% APY
Bitpanda Card
Not disclosed
How it works
Solayer Pay Card
Earn on spending balance
Bitpanda Card
Earn on spending balance
Separate deposit
Solayer Pay Card
No
Bitpanda Card
No
Use balance for spending
Solayer Pay Card
Yes
Bitpanda Card
Yes
Lock-up
Solayer Pay Card
No
Bitpanda Card
No
09

Trust & availability

6 fields
Custody
Solayer Pay Card
Custodial
Bitpanda Card
Custodial
Control until payment
Solayer Pay Card
Provider controls funds
Bitpanda Card
Provider controls funds
Card issuer
Solayer Pay Card
Third National
Bitpanda Card
Transact Payments Malta Limited
Card processing
Solayer Pay Card
Not disclosed
Bitpanda Card
Marqeta
Identity verification
Solayer Pay Card
Sumsub
Bitpanda Card
Not disclosed
Programme operator
Solayer Pay Card
Solayer Labs, Inc.
Bitpanda Card
Not disclosed
10

Sources

2 fields
Official sources
Solayer Pay Card
25
Bitpanda Card
16
Last reviewed
Solayer Pay Card
Aug 12, 2026
Bitpanda Card
Oct 6, 2026

04 · The takeaway

Bitpanda Card is the stronger all-round choice

Bitpanda Card finishes ahead with an Overall Score of 73 versus 55 for Solayer Pay Card. Bitpanda Card has the lower starting plan cost ($0 vs $20/year). Bitpanda Card has the higher published base cashback rate (1% vs 0%).

Solayer Pay Card can still be the more comfortable choice if its availability, card setup or way of holding funds suits you better. Solayer Pay Card and Bitpanda Card use the same custodial balance setup.

Bitpanda Card lists more stablecoins and ways to send money out (4 vs 1). Before applying, confirm availability in your country and recheck the provider's current fees and reward conditions.

If one card now looks like the better fit, you can check the latest application terms on the provider site or read our full Solayer Pay Card and Bitpanda Card reviews first.

05 · Common questions

Solayer Pay vs Bitpanda FAQ

Is Solayer Pay or Bitpanda better overall?

Bitpanda Card has the higher Overall Score (73 vs 55). That does not make it better for everyone: your preferred fees, rewards, way of holding funds and country availability can change the practical choice.

Which has lower fees, Solayer Pay or Bitpanda?

Bitpanda Card has the lower starting plan cost ($0 vs $20/year). Compare plan, FX, card-spend, top-up and ATM charges separately because one fee does not represent the full cost.

Which has better cashback, Solayer Pay or Bitpanda?

Bitpanda Card has the higher published base cashback rate (1% vs 0%). Maximum rates may depend on tiers, caps, categories or other conditions, so the entry rate and reward asset matter too.

How do Solayer Pay and Bitpanda differ on custody?

Solayer Pay Card and Bitpanda Card use the same custodial balance setup.

How current is this Solayer Pay vs Bitpanda comparison?

The latest information check for these two cards was October 6, 2026, using 41 official sources in total. Each full card review lists its own check date, sources and anything the provider has not clearly disclosed.

06 · Keep comparing

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