Published instalment loan terms, side by side. Rates reviewed August 2026.
Best for: Borrowers who need a few hundred dollars quickly and want a rate well under the cap
Apply Now Full profileBest for: Small, short borrowing with the least paperwork: instant bank verification carries nearly every file
Apply Now Full profile| Eastern Loans | Friendly Lender | |
|---|---|---|
| Amount range | $500 – $750 | $500 – $1,000 |
| Rate | 23% APR | 29.99 - 35% APR |
| Term | 3 – 6 months | 3 – 4 months |
| Funding speed | 1 day | 1 day |
| Minimum income | $1,200/month minimum | $1,000/month minimum |
| Income types | 3 income types accepted | 3 income types accepted |
| Minimum credit band | any | poor |
| Provinces | 11 provinces | All provinces and territories |
