WOWPASS: Go Cashless in Korea

Name: WOWPASS: Go Cashless in Korea
Rating: 3.7428572 (1098 reviews)
Author: Orange Square, Inc.

By: Orange Square, Inc. App

The all-in-one payment card for foreign travelers in Korea

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

563,833 ▲ 4.20K

Data as of 2026-07-22

Rating:

3.74 +12

(1,098)

Version:

2.27.8

Last updated: 2026-07-16

Ranking

#92,322 ▲ 52

Overall

Features & Capabilities

WOWPASS is an all-in-one prepaid payment solution tailored for foreign travelers in Korea. It integrates money exchange, payment, transport access, and brand rewards into a single card and app experience, enabling travelers to pay like locals effortlessly.

With WOWPASS, users can reserve a convenient airport package including a prepaid card, SIM card, and Tmoney balance. The app allows users to monitor card and Tmoney balances, access payment histories with categorized spending, and utilize real-time push alerts showing transaction amounts in KRW. Travelers benefit from exclusive discount coupons and up to 20% cashback on Korean brand payments. Features like card locking, self-verification for balance withdrawal, and reissue at WOW Exchange machines ensure security and convenience. An integrated exchange rate calculator and a friend-invite cashback program enhance user value. Operated by licensed provider Orange Square and endorsed by Korean financial authorities and Seoul Metro, WOWPASS guarantees a reliable cashless travel experience.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Payments

By:

Orange Square, Inc.

Downloads:

563,833 4.20K

Rating:

3.74

(1,098) 12 new ratings

Version:

2.27.8 Last updated: 2026-07-16

Version code:

494

Creation date:

2022-07-05

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.CAMERA Very high risk
android.permission.READ_PHONE_NUMBERS Very high risk
android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE Very high risk
android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE Low risk

Size:

81.67MB

Email:

*****@orangesquare.kr

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-22

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 92,322 ▲ 52

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Developed by:

Orange Square, Inc.

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wow.wowpass

Email:

*****@orangesquare.kr

Website:

https://www.wowpass.io/

User Reviews

WOWPASS is valued for enabling cashless travel in Korea and offering travel perks, including vouchers and T-money management. However, recurrent issues include top-up difficulties, identity verification hurdles, airport/issuance frustrations, Android/Samsung device limitations, and reportedly high fees with weak exchange rates. The concept is strong for tourists, but reliability, onboarding, and cross-device accessibility need improvement to meet user expectations across multiple reviews.

Pros

Cashless travel convenience in Korea—no need to carry cash or multiple cards
Tourist-focused perks like vouchers, discounts, and Discover passes
T-money balance checks and transit management accessible from the app
Innovative tourist bank-card concept issued via international passport
When the app works, it’s fast, simple, and generally user-friendly

Cons

Top-up and reload friction: limited payment methods (cash reloads common), frequent errors and slow transfers
Passport/identity verification is difficult and can require an e-passport with recurring checks and limits
Airport/issuance issues: machines at airports may not accept cards and the onboarding experience can be poor
Android limitations and Samsung-only features: some top-ups/transfers require a Samsung device
High fees and unfavorable exchange rates, with reports of perceived poor customer service

Recent reviews

Good experience overal. for some reason putting money on the card with Paypal was only available at 150k Won. when taking the subway or train it didn't use the T-money credit, maybe that's only for busses. I had to go to T-money to get a refund. Was able to use wowpass almost everywhere. easy for tax refunds too, no need to do it at the airport.

Yo*****, 2026-06-27

Working like it's supposed to, but the fees are way too expensive, deposits and conversions fee sum up to 4% when normally it's 1.5% maximum. You get a bit in cash back if you use a code, but it's doesn't make up for it. Also, I was told I can get a free butty set, but when I tried to get it, the app told me it's out of stock, I can only assume this was a lie from the beginning, though I might be wrong. if you need a transformation card, you can buy from the machines in the airport or any sub