8.3/10
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🛡️ Our Honest Take
Let's start with the rate. At 35% per annum, Finance 365 is actually sitting at a reasonable point compared to the short-term lending market in South Africa. Some lenders charge far more once you factor in initiation fees and monthly service charges. On a loan of R5,000 over 90 days at 35% per annum, you're looking at interest of roughly R430, so your total repayment comes to around R5,430 before fees. That's manageable, but you need to confirm the full cost disclosure in writing before signing because fees can change that number significantly.
So what's the catch? The biggest question mark for us is the lack of a publicly available website. That's not a dealbreaker, but it does make independent research harder. You can't browse their terms, check their FAQ, or compare their fee schedule at 10pm when you're trying to make a decision. That kind of transparency matters.
Customer sentiment is genuinely positive. The 9.8 out of 10 trust score based on reviews we collected is one of the higher scores we've seen across the 37 lenders in our analysis. People seem to find the process straightforward and the service responsive. That counts for something real.
The wellness framing is interesting but a little confusing. It suggests Finance 365 wants to position borrowing as part of a broader financial health approach, which is admirable in theory. In practice, a short-term loan is still a short-term loan. Use it for a genuine short-term need, pay it back on time, and it won't hurt you. Use it to fill a recurring monthly gap and you've got a different problem.
Worth applying? If you've compared your options and Finance 365 offers the best terms for your situation, yes. But given that they rank 21st out of 37 and don't have a public website, we'd suggest checking a few alternatives first before committing.
Latest Reviews (showing 40 of 51)
Great service
The consultant was super helpful and understanding. I was really impressed with their efficiency and great advice and have seen my credit score improve significantly since.
Great customer service
Always an issue trying to get my credit report but with Finance 365 it was quick and fast and the consultant assisting was really friendly and made the process so much easier!
Customer service
Excellent customer service, great consultations providing knowledge and understanding of my finances for the future
Great customer service
I had trouble accessing my credit report but was assisted very well and was given the revelant advice i wanted regarding my credit score
Excellent Customer Service
Finance 365 has helped increase my credit score, with excellent customer service.
Credit score improvement
They provided me with excellent guidance on ways to improve my credit score. There consultants are knowledgeable and very helpful. I would recommend them to anyone !
Excellent service
Thank you finance 365, finally a company that understands my needs and provided me with the best outcome . I highly recommend these guys
Great company
From the first call to the final out their attention to detail was outstanding.
Customer service
I was nervous at first but the teams support made the process stress free. Highly recommend.
Exceptional service
Exceptional service. I felt supported at every stage and would definitely use their services again
Great service
Good service, was able to improve my credit score with the great tips and guidance. Thank you Finance 365 team
Great team
Step by step guidance helped me understand my credit score. The team was professional and so friendly. It was such a pleasure.
Impressed client
The service was professional, clear and fast. I highly recommend Finance365 for anyone checking their credit report.
Happy client
Fast reliable and easy to follow credit service ,the team is so helpful
Excellent service !
This service has made understanding my credit much easier. My consultant was extremely helpful.
Great service
Checking my credit report has never been easier. I love how quick and simple the process is.
Excellent Service
I really appreciate how friendly the consultant was and I am grateful for the helpful tips he gave me to improve my credit score!
Good customer service
Accurate, fast and reliable. Check my credit at finance 356 gave me peace of mind and guidance for the future
Finance 365 helped my boost my credit score
Finance 365 always provides outstanding service. They are professional , friendly and efficient .The process was smooth and well explained. It was so easy to access my credit report on my own. Highly recommended!
Finance 365 is a life saver
Amazing customer service. Finance 365 has helped me boost my credit score and I now qualify for credit !
Customer Feedback
Great Financial information, really has helped me boost my credit score
Grateful for the FREE advice
I took my credit score from 600 to 750 just by following the advice given to me by Finance 365
Finance 365 is the best
Great assistance received from Julian, he is a great advisor.
Big ups to Finance 365
Wow, Finance 365 really helped me increase my credit score. Keep up the great work Finance 365.
The financial advice I received from Finance 365
The financial advice I received from Finance 365 helped me make the right decisions to improve my credit score and change my life.
Outstanding Service by Finance 365
Very impressed with Finance 365. The advice was easy to implement and I’ve seen my credit score soar!
I love how accessible the Finance 365 team is
I love how accessible the Finance 365 team is. Quick replies and real advice.
I can manage my debt better.
The team took time to explain what each part of my credit report meant. I now understand how to manage my debt better.
Great Services
Helpful, professional, and honest advice.
Very impressed by how fast they responded
Very impressed by how fast they responded. I submitted my query and had help the same day.
Great guidance
I received my credit report for free and got guidance on how to fix my score!
confident to take that first step
I was scared to even check my credit score, but Finance 365 made me feel supported and confident to take that first step.
Thanks for the advice
My score went from 540 to 640 in just a few months thanks to their advice.
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