Smartney vs Aasa Polska

Product: Instalment loan

Smartney and Aasa Polska are close rivals in Poland's instalment-loan segment for clients declined by banks. Both firms offer 5–50 000 PLN over 48–60 months, RRSO 29–50%, and online applications. Differences lie in acceptance, decision speed and policy on clients with active payday loans.

Verdict

RRSO is close at both firms (Smartney 29–49%, Aasa 35–50%). For an identical profile Smartney usually comes out 2–4 pp cheaper. The gap mostly affects multi-product clients — Smartney runs a loyalty programme with discounts up to 5% RRSO for clients on time for 12+ months.

Assessment: Smartney accepts BIK score 350+, Aasa 360+. Nominally a small gap, but in practice Aasa is stricter on clients with active payday loans — even 2 active payday loans may lead to a decline. Smartney accepts these clients and offers consolidation as the core product.

Max amount and term: Smartney to 60 000 PLN, 60 months; Aasa to 50 000 PLN, 48 months. For clients needing a bigger amount or longer term Smartney is the only pick of the two. Process speed: Smartney up to 20 000 PLN instant decision, Aasa 15–30 minutes. Disbursement: both in 24–48 hours.

Terms compared

Product Smartney Aasa Polska
RRSO 2026 ✓ 29–49% 35–50%
Maximum amount ✓ 60 000 PLN 50 000 PLN
Maximum term ✓ 60 months 48 months
Minimum BIK score ✓ 350 360
Client with 2 payday loans ✓ accepted often declined
Disbursement ✓ 24 hours 24–48 hours
Owner Grupa Smartney sp. z o.o. (PL) Aasa Group (Finland)

Fits for

Smartney

  • Clients with 2–5 active payday loans seeking consolidation
  • Anyone needing a bigger amount (50–60 000 PLN) over a longer term (48–60 months)
  • Repeat Smartney clients — loyalty programme gives discounts

Aasa Polska

  • Clients without active payday loans with a full profile
  • Anyone needing a faster online decision
  • Clients who value Finnish conservatism in risk assessment

Frequently asked questions

Is Smartney more accessible than Aasa?+

Yes, in the segment of clients with active payday loans. Smartney offers consolidation as a core product; Aasa avoids these clients as too risky.

Which is cheaper — Smartney or Aasa?+

Smartney, on average 2–4 pp cheaper (29–49% vs 35–50%). For an identical profile Smartney usually beats.

How long does the application take at Smartney vs Aasa?+

Smartney up to 20 000 PLN: instant decision, disbursement in 24 hours. Aasa: 15–30 minute decision, 24–48 hour disbursement. Smartney is slightly faster.