Ecuador58.42
Overall rating
Open country profileEcuador vs. United Kingdom: Country Comparison
United Kingdom leads the overall rating with 72.98 points, ahead of Ecuador with 58.42 points. The largest measurable differences stand out especially in Childcare Cost and UV Radiation.
Ecuador
United Kingdom72.98
Overall rating
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Health Insurance for Foreigners
Residence Permit Ease
Digital Nomad Visa
Visa Processing Time
Work Permit Access for Foreigners
English Proficiency
City Rent per Square Meter
Price of an Inexpensive Restaurant Meal
Top Personal Income Tax Rate (%)
Homicide Rate
Petty Crime Index
Healthcare Quality
Biggest Differences
Ecuador scores clearly better than United Kingdom on Childcare Cost.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Ecuador on UV Radiation.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Ecuador on Volcano Risk.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Ecuador on Waste Management.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Ecuador on Earthquake Risk.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Ecuador on EV Charging Infrastructure.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Ecuador on Double Taxation Agreements.
United Kingdom scores clearly better than Ecuador on Tax Filing Effort (hours/year).
Categories Compared
Ecuador
46 points
🛡️ Safety & Risk
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United Kingdom
78 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crime & Personal Safety | 37 | 73 | United Kingdom |
| Conflicts & Political Security | 51 | 87 | United Kingdom |
| Natural Hazards & Disasters | 42 | 70 | United Kingdom |
| Digital Freedom & Surveillance | 60 | 80 | United Kingdom |
| Legal Protection & Property | 41 | 77 | United Kingdom |
| Long-Term Stability & Resilience | 50 | 76 | United Kingdom |
Ecuador
59 points
❤️ Health
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United Kingdom
81 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Access | 61 | 78 | United Kingdom |
| Environmental Health | 52 | 89 | United Kingdom |
| Health Risks & Public Health | 65 | 76 | United Kingdom |
Ecuador
58 points
💸 Finance & Taxes
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United Kingdom
69 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Taxes | 61 | 50 | Ecuador |
| Investment & Capital Access | 57 | 76 | United Kingdom |
| Banking & Fintech | 61 | 78 | United Kingdom |
| Bitcoin & Crypto | 36 | 68 | United Kingdom |
| Real Estate & Property | 82 | 59 | Ecuador |
| Entrepreneurship & Business | 46 | 66 | United Kingdom |
| Macroeconomics | 64 | 70 | United Kingdom |
| Wages & Purchasing Power | 55 | 79 | United Kingdom |
Ecuador
78 points
🏠 Costs
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United Kingdom
44 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing & Utilities | 72 | 27 | Ecuador |
| Food & Basic Goods | 61 | 31 | Ecuador |
| Dining & Going Out | 86 | 42 | Ecuador |
| Mobility Costs | 83 | 42 | Ecuador |
| Communication & Digital Costs | 80 | 68 | Ecuador |
| Personal Services | 87 | 53 | Ecuador |
Ecuador
52 points
🏗️ Infrastructure
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United Kingdom
76 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Infrastructure & Logistics | 38 | 81 | United Kingdom |
| Roads & Traffic Infrastructure | 44 | 70 | United Kingdom |
| Electricity & Energy | 86 | 74 | Ecuador |
| Internet & Connectivity | 42 | 79 | United Kingdom |
| Public Transport | 48 | 75 | United Kingdom |
Ecuador
59 points
🌿 Lifestyle
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United Kingdom
66 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work-Life Balance | 48 | 69 | United Kingdom |
| Climate & Weather | 76 | 57 | Ecuador |
| Outdoor & Lifestyle | 79 | 48 | Ecuador |
| Leisure & Recreation | 57 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| Arts & Entertainment | 47 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| Food & Culinary Culture | 56 | 65 | United Kingdom |
| Family-Friendly | 48 | 58 | United Kingdom |
| Pet-Friendly | 60 | 62 | United Kingdom |
Ecuador
58 points
✈️ Relocation & Residency
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United Kingdom
86 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residency & Bureaucracy | 62 | 81 | United Kingdom |
| Visa, Entry & Travel Freedom | 71 | 92 | United Kingdom |
| Remote Work & Freelancing | 44 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Work & Self-Employment Abroad | 54 | 89 | United Kingdom |
| Permanent Residency & Family | 67 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Language & Integration | 50 | 92 | United Kingdom |
| Welcome Culture & Anti-Discrimination | 63 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| Everyday Life for Foreigners | 47 | 84 | United Kingdom |
Ecuador
69 points
🏖️ Travel & Vacation
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United Kingdom
82 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation & Stay Quality | 58 | 91 | United Kingdom |
| Tourism Infrastructure | 61 | 94 | United Kingdom |
| Attractions & Activities | 64 | 89 | United Kingdom |
| Beaches, Nature & Relaxation | 76 | 72 | Ecuador |
| Vacation Costs | 88 | 54 | Ecuador |
| Season & Travel Comfort | 79 | 90 | United Kingdom |
Ecuador
57 points
🌐 Society & Participation
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United Kingdom
78 points
| Topic | Ecuador | United Kingdom | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Society & Freedom | 61 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Education & Knowledge | 65 | 83 | United Kingdom |
| Social System & Social Cohesion | 36 | 64 | United Kingdom |
| Equality & Anti-Discrimination | 55 | 85 | United Kingdom |
| LGBTQ+ Friendliness | 67 | 92 | United Kingdom |
| Inclusion & Accessibility | 50 | 88 | United Kingdom |
| Religion & Worldviews | 65 | 62 | Ecuador |
| Demography | 62 | 60 | Ecuador |