Relai is a Swiss-made, Bitcoin-only investment app that provides the simplest way to save in Bitcoin. The platform enables users to buy Bitcoin with self-custody — meaning the Bitcoin goes directly into the user's own wallet, not held by the platform. Relai is trusted by over 100,000 users and is rated 4.6 on the App Store with 1,365+ Trustpilot reviews.
Key Features
- Bitcoin-only — focused exclusively on BTC
- Self-custody wallet — you own your private keys
- Automated savings plans (weekly or monthly)
- One-tap instant purchases
- Pay by bank transfer, credit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay
- 1% fee on buy/sell (0.9% with invite code)
- First monthly savings plan up to 100 CHF/€ is free
- 12-word recovery phrase for wallet restoration
- Swiss-grade protection with regulated partners
- EU MiCA-licensed as Crypto-Asset Service Provider (CASP) with French AMF
- Swiss SRO member of VQF
- ISO-27001 certified
- Relai Private for volumes over 100,000 CHF/EUR
- Relai Business for SMEs adding Bitcoin to balance sheets
- Available on iOS and Android
How It Works
Relai makes Bitcoin investing effortless by stripping away complexity. Users download the app, complete a quick verification, and make their first Bitcoin purchase in minutes. The platform offers two modes: automated savings plans (set a weekly or monthly amount and let Relai buy Bitcoin automatically on a schedule) or one-tap instant purchases for those who prefer to time their buys. All purchased Bitcoin goes directly into a self-custodial wallet where the user controls the private keys via a 12-word recovery phrase. Relai charges a transparent 1% fee (0.9% with an invite code) with no hidden costs, and the first monthly savings plan up to 100 CHF/€ is free. The platform operates under EU MiCA regulation (French AMF) and Swiss VQF self-regulation, ensuring regulatory compliance across European markets.
Best Suited For
European users who want the simplest way to buy and save Bitcoin with self-custody — particularly beginners who want automated savings plans, transparent fees, and Swiss-grade regulatory protection without needing technical crypto knowledge.
