Compare top stock apps
How do the best stock apps compare across the most important categories? Fidelity, Ally and Webull ranked particularly well for customer service and fees.
Best overall | ||
Fidelity | Fidelity offers $0 trading commissions, a selection of more than 3,300 no-transaction-fee mutual funds and top-notch research tools and mobile platform. | |
Best for customer service | ||
Fidelity | Phone, email and live chat 24/7; more than 200 local branches. | |
Ally | 24/7 by phone, email and chat. | |
Best for account fees | ||
Fidelity | None. | |
Webull | None. | |
Note: These brokers scored five stars in these specific categories, but their overall score above may be different.
Deciding which stock app is best for you
This Nerdy video discusses the key features you should consider when evaluating stock apps, including your trading style.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best stock app for beginners?
Most of the brokers on our list of the best brokers for beginners also show up here, including SoFi Active Investing, E*TRADE, Fidelity and Charles Schwab. In general, mobile trading apps are a good choice for beginners because they're typically easier to navigate than online or desktop platforms.
What's the best app for free stock trading?
Nearly all of the apps above offer commission-free trades of U.S.-listed stocks and exchange-traded funds. The best one for you depends largely on your trading needs — for example, active traders often index heavily on the available investment options, and what type of functionality is possible on the go. If you'd prefer more education or a more advanced mobile trading platform, you may want to opt for an app from an online broker.
How does Robinhood compare to other stock apps?
Robinhood is wildly popular in the stock app world, but did not make our list here. We have a full comparison of Robinhood and its alternatives, where you can dive into more details about how Robinhood stacks up to its biggest competition. In general, Robinhood offers a streamlined, clean interface that makes it easy for even beginners to trade. Traditional online brokers tend to provide more bells and whistles, including advanced tools, stronger customer support and educational resources.
