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2,382
TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.5

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Considering 1,835 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently find the platform easy to use for managing finances, praising its user-friendly interface and reliable service. Many highlight the excellent suite of products and features, particularly for building credit and offering higher interest on savings. However, some customers noted issues with payment processing, such as funds not being returned until disputed transactions are settled, and concerns about unauthorized charges. A few other people also felt that customer support response times could be slow, and some experienced difficulties with account access or credit reporting discrepancies.

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User experience

Reviewers mention positive feedback about user experience, highlighting that the app is simple, easy to use,... See more

Payment

Customers had ambiguous experiences with payment, with some appreciating features like instant fund transfers... See more

Service

Customers consistently note positive experiences with service, often highlighting the quick processing of... See more

Product

Users describe positive interactions with the product, highlighting its various features that help save money... See more

Customer service

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I open this account for my daughter first so I can send her how much she needs and control her spending. But I was so satisfied with koho , with so many options for saving and all benefits what koho o... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I made the switch to Koho a few years ago when I was living overseas. The no foreign exchange option with the everything plan saved me a ton of cash and still allowed me to earn cash back on foreign... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

All good after a year of use. Cashback is a nice feature. Also the account is basically free if you have just one direct deposit a month. The virtual MasterCard and physical one all work basica... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Koho goes above and beyond. I have never experienced delays in direct deposits, etransfers, bill paying or anything. They have a lovely suite of products that help build you credit and I use all... See more

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Company details

  1. Non-Bank Financial Service
  2. Alternative Financial Service
  3. Financial Consultant
  4. Financial Institution
  5. Money Transfer Service

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KOHO is the simple, secure, and rewarding way to manage your money. We empower Canadians to improve their financial lives without the red tape and high fees found elsewhere. We provide easy-to-use tools for spending, saving and credit building all in one place.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great!

Quick account and really does help with credit building and saving!

1 July 2026
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Reply from KOHO

Thank you for the kind review! We're glad the account has been easy to get started with and that the Credit Building and saving features are working well for you.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Helpful

Koho has been helpful in restoring my credit score.

2 July 2026
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Reply from KOHO

Thank you for sharing this! We're so happy to have helped you improve your credit score!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New account questions

I had a few questions about my new account and they were answered in a easy way to understand.

3 July 2026
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Reply from KOHO

Thank you for sharing this! We're so glad we were able to answer your questions in a clear and easy way as you get started with your new account!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have referred many friends and family…

I have referred many friends and family to ise Koho. Its easy to track your credit and build. It helped my daughter to build her credit when just starting out.

29 June 2026
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Reply from KOHO

Thank you for sharing this! We're so happy to hear you've been recommending KOHO to your friends and family. It means a lot to us, and we're glad it's been a helpful tool for your daughter as she starts building her credit.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Koho has given me flexibility to be…

Koho has given me flexibility to be able to make credit card purchases while growing my credit and helping me manage my finances.

29 June 2026
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Reply from KOHO

Thank you for sharing this! We're so glad KOHO has given you the flexibility to make purchases, grow your credit, and manage your finances all in one place.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Delightful

24 June 2026
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Reply from KOHO

Thanks for the review. We'd love to know how we can change this to a 5-star review! Please reach out to our support team via the KOHO app/website (https://www.koho.ca/contact/) or via email at support@koho.ca, and they will be more than happy to further support you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Koho is kind to their clients they…

Koho is kind to their clients they answer when person has quesrions and they have cover needs

1 July 2026
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Reply from KOHO

Thank you so much for taking the time to share this! We truly appreciate your kind words and are glad to hear our team has been helpful and responsive.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

It’s nice to have “credit card”…

It’s nice to have “credit card” function without going into debt. I really like that I get a notification on my phone anytime money comes out of my account as well.

The credit building /reporting does not match with actual credit ratings though, so don’t get your hopes up when it says you have good credit.

29 June 2026
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Reply from KOHO

Thank you for the kind words about our notifications and spending features.
Regarding your credit score concern, we report your progress directly to Equifax, and the score shown in KOHO reflects the same credit report and rating you'd see with Equifax. If you're noticing a discrepancy, we'd love to look into it further.
You can reach us through the KOHO app, at koho.ca/contact, or by emailing support@koho.ca.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great

Quick responses, easy to use interface, always available, use daily for most of my activity.

1 July 2026
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Reply from KOHO

Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're so happy to hear KOHO is part of your daily routine.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

You load credit card

If you are looking for a credit card for anything then KOHO is the card for you. You put as much money as you want on the card and I have not had a serious problem. The only bad experience was when I had purchased a product everything went through with 0 problems, but a few times the company that I purchased product from did charge me multiple times, but when I realized what was going on with my KOHO account I contacted KOHO through the app and explained what had happened and canceled the card and the KOHO app started the process of getting my funds back, which I can tell you was successful in returning the funds that were charged to my KOHO account. If you are looking for a you load credit card then KOHO is the card for you.

29 May 2026
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Reply from KOHO

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We're glad to hear you've been enjoying KOHO and that our support team was able to help resolve the duplicate charges and get your funds returned!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

i disputed a transaction that i did not…

i disputed a transaction that i did not allow nor have any idea about and koho refuses to renburse me for it when i first complained about it the transaction was still pending and could have had time to cancel the money that was used and give it back to me. plus me not being able to change my email for autodepoist!

30 June 2026
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Reply from KOHO

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. It looks like you're already in contact with our disputes team, and they'll be happy to help answer any questions you have. Please feel free to continue the conversation through your open support chat if you have any additional questions. We're here to help.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything is great

Everything, from the app to the client service the experience has been flawless. Congratulations guys on a 5 star review. Keep up the good work.

30 June 2026
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Reply from KOHO

Thank you for the kind words and the 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that everything from the app to our client service has met your expectations!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Sudden account closure, zero transparency, and completely unhelpful "support"

I am absolutely appalled by how KOHO handles its customers. Out of nowhere, I received an email stating that my account was permanently closed due to alleged "unauthorized deposits". I immediately reached out to dispute this, as it is a complete misunderstanding and I have done nothing to violate their policies.

Instead of looking into the issue or providing any evidence, their customer support team gave me automated, scripted responses. They repeatedly hid behind their "Cardholder Agreement," refusing to provide a single detail about what triggered this decision "for security reasons." They claim the decision is final and unrevokable.

​To make matters worse, this sudden and unfair closure means I am now at risk of losing access to my Canadian Disability Benefit, which I rely on. Even after explaining the severe financial hardship this causes, the support agents didn't care and simply closed the chat session on me. They also claim it takes up to 45 business days just to return my remaining funds.

KOHO has zero transparency, zero accountability, and completely dismissive customer service. If you want a financial institution that actually communicates with you and respects its users, stay far away from KOHO. I am officially escalating this matter to the Ombudsman (OBSI) and looking into legal alternatives. Unacceptable.

20 April 2026
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Reply from KOHO

We hear you, having an account closed is definitely stressful. KOHO only closes accounts when there’s a clear violation of our cardholder agreement. Out of respect for privacy, we can’t go into specifics here, but we encourage you to reach out to our support team for a direct conversation. Thank you for your understanding.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I receive a greater interest on most of…

I receive a greater interest on most of my money than what my regular bank pays. I wish that the funds on hold for my secured credit building also paid interest. Also I hope the fees for the various plans do not increase any further. I currently pay $24 per month which negates any interest earned.

24 June 2026
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Reply from KOHO

Thank you for the review. The funds held as your security deposit are set aside specifically to support your Secured Credit Building account, so they aren't part of your Spendable balance and don't earn interest. If you ever withdraw the deposit back to your Spendable balance, those funds would start earning interest again - just keep in mind you'd need to repay the amount by your billing date to keep your account in good standing. We really appreciate you sharing this feedback with us.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Easy to use and not too many service…

Easy to use and not too many service charges no unexpected charges. Everything priety straight forward 👍

25 June 2026
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Reply from KOHO

Thank you for the kind words! We're glad to hear you're finding KOHO straightforward and transparent!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Simple to use

Simple to use, plenty of options, plenty of perks

25 June 2026
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Reply from KOHO

Thanks so much for the review! We really appreciate your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

KOHO has been super easy to use

KOHO has been super easy to use. Load money and spend anywhere Mastercard is accepted. Reliable and convenient.

17 June 2026
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Reply from KOHO

Thank you for the great feedback! We're happy to hear KOHO has been reliable and convenient for you!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Round-up is the best!

I've been using this for quite some time. I love the round-up feature, which helps me save more. It's very handy when I am travelling as well. No foreign exchange fees!

26 June 2026
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Reply from KOHO

Thank you for being a long-time member! We're so glad the RoundUps feature has been helping you save, and that KOHO has been a great travel companion with no foreign exchange fees, which is offered on the Extra and Everything plans.

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