Comparisons
We compare providers on what matters when you are new: English, no Anmeldung yet, no credit history. Commission never decides the order.
- Bank accounts for newcomers to Germany: compared in EnglishWhich bank account can you open in your first weeks in Germany? N26, bunq, Revolut, Vivid and Wise compared on IBAN, English, cost and protection.
- SIM cards for newcomers to Germany: prepaid and flexible plansGetting a German SIM in your first days: supermarket prepaid, app-only plans and international-call brands compared for newcomers.
- Home internet in Germany: network operators compared for newcomersDSL, cable, fibre or mobile home internet? Telekom, Vodafone, o2 and 1&1 compared on flexibility and what newcomers should check before signing.
- Electricity providers in Germany: English and flexible optionsOstrom, Tibber and Octopus Energy compared with your local Grundversorger: English support, contract terms and when basic supply is fine.
- Sending money abroad from Germany: transfer services comparedWise, Revolut, Remitly and WorldRemit compared for sending money home from Germany, plus when a normal SEPA transfer is all you need.
- Learning German in Germany: courses, tutors and apps comparedStart with the BAMF integration course if you're eligible, then add VHS, Goethe or free DW lessons. Babbel, Lingoda, Preply and italki compared.
- Personal liability insurance in Germany: English-language optionsWhere to get Haftpflicht in English, and how to find the cheapest well-rated tariffs using Stiftung Warentest and Verbraucherzentrale.