Payments & Comparisons

Adam Newey

Quirky Money Saving Tips For 2023

Money saving tips for 2023 don't have to be boring! Check out our list of quirky money saving tips that will help you stay on track financially this year.

Adam Newey

September 11, 2026

Adam Newey

What Is a Collection Pot? How It Works

A collection pot lets your group chip in using a simple link — no app, no account, no bank transfer needed. Free to set up. Works for gifts, events and more.

Adam Newey

September 11, 2026

Joe Robotham

The Alternative to Braid

Braid has not been operational since 29th July 2022. PayPal Money Pools has closed. Argh! What now? Read on for the answer....

Joe Robotham

September 11, 2026

Adam Newey

What’s going on with PayPal?

PayPal updated their acceptable use policy to state that they can, at their sole discretion, take $2500 from your account. Really?!

Adam Newey

September 11, 2026

Joe Robotham

Does Venmo Pool Money?

Looking for a way to pool money? Let’s take a look to see if your current payment apps offer this functionality.

Joe Robotham

September 11, 2026

Joe Robotham

What is the best way to pool money for a group purchase?

Looking for the easiest way to pool money between friends, family and coworkers? Say hello to Collctiv!

Joe Robotham

September 11, 2026

Adam Newey

How do I know my money is safe?

Adam Newey

September 11, 2026

Sarah Sproson

How Much Am I Owed?

What is the true cost of being an Organiser? Sarah Sproson gives an insight to the frustrations of being an Organiser at Christmas!

Sarah Sproson

September 11, 2026

Harry Collick-Room

Top 5 Things to Pool Money For

We asked, and you told us the top five things you guys use Collctiv for!

Harry Collick-Room

September 11, 2026

Amy Whitell

Spread the Cost this Christmas: Collect Money Upfront

Don't be out of pocket this Christmas. Use Collctiv to help you collect money in advance for that special gift or festive celebration.

Amy Whitell

September 11, 2026

Harry Collick-Room

PayPal Money Pools Timeline

A short breakdown of all the dates you need to know regarding Money Pools closing down!

Harry Collick-Room

September 11, 2026

Harry Collick-Room

Money Pools Sucked, Here Are 10 Reasons Why!

Our top 10 takes on why Money Pools was a let down.

Harry Collick-Room

September 11, 2026

Harry Collick-Room

How To Get Your Mates To Chip Into A Money Pool?

We direct you on how to get your mates to chip into a Money Pool!

Harry Collick-Room

September 11, 2026

Harry Collick-Room

The 2nd great National Housing Robbery (Group Payments)

Do you live in a shared apartment? Are you chasing your housemates for their share of the utility bills? Find out how Collctiv can help you to make collecting for monthly bills easy.

Harry Collick-Room

September 11, 2026

Harry Collick-Room

The Collctiv Three (How to make group payments easy!)

This article gives you a great overview of the different type of individuals who will benefit from Collctiv. Read on to have a good laugh and find out which group you belong to.

Harry Collick-Room

September 11, 2026