We’re all aware of the huge hype surrounding Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Countless people are now rich, or rich-to-be for investing in it at the right time. Do you feel just a bit jealous for not being informed enough at the time? It’s okay, so do we. Well, we’re here to tell you it’s definitely not too late to start. If you have some money to spare, you might want to take a look at our list of best apps for online trading. Just remember, don’t invest money you can’t afford to lose.
1. Acorns
First on our list is a green beauty of an app. It symbolizes growth and prosperity, and in our opinion, it’s the way to go. Remember what we just mentioned, invest only money you can afford to lose, you don’t want this to take a wrong turn. The app is easy to use, it will guide you through the whole process. After investing your spare money into a choice of couple thousand stocks and bonds starts the adventure. You can track ups and downs of the market. They took security very seriously, so your money is protected up to $500.000! The best thing – you can set up a recurring investment, monthly, weekly, or daily. That is if you find a gold mine, of course. If you don’t, you can withdraw at any time, no charge applied.
2. OptionsHouse
Second, on our list is an app that can be used for both Android and iOS. Before we go further, it’s important to realize that in mid-2017, OptionsHouse became a part of E*TRADE, which is next on our list. But that doesn’t mean anything has changed, it only became better since combined brokerage deal. The app itself has been built by professionals and active traders and is intended on providing the best experience for you. The options are simplified and you won’t need any extreme knowledge to start. You can monitor everything in real time after investing, check your balance, watch latest news, charts and option chains.
3. E*TRADE
We’ve got here one of the most complete, and simply one of the best online trading apps for both users of iTunes and Google Play store. They promised you’ll have all the trading and investing tools right in the palm of your hand while holding your phone. And it’s true – you have all the tools at your disposal – trade and invest, watch streaming quotes and charts in real time, and more. You can set a watch list for a specific company, and watch their stocks fall and rise to predict when to invest. Also receive notifications for any important change, stock alerts, along with their educational videos to help you maximize potential and security.
4. Robinhood
We’ve had a slight chuckle when we heard the name, we’ll be honest. But it’s fitting, all the stealing from the rich and reinvesting in the poor. Although in this case that won’t be happening, as you’ll be your own Robin Hood, and invest in yourself. They promise to eradicate commission fees, account minimums, and other confusing features. It’s easy to use and has a pleasant green color to it. You can invest at any level and with any amount of money, and start buying and selling stocks right away. As always, you’ll have notifications of all important events that occur, along with stocks following in real time. Intended for both first-time users and experts, so start using all the features they offer.
5. Fidelity
This app first impressed us with their design. It’s cutting-edge, simple and sharp. You are provided with every information that’s important to you, along with a customized feed just for you. Just download it and start following portfolios, market and research information, and as they say – put the world of finance at your fingertips. You won’t be fooled into investing, every decision will be thought out with their help, because you can manage orders, check your history on your money spent and more. Also, in order to stay ahead of the game and make more money, follow their streaming videos. You will not only learn new things, receive alert and push notifications at just the right time.
6. Interactive Brokers
We’ll be honest with you right off the bat, their Android app is working, but some little features need to be straightened out. They provide so much relevant information to you, but when is it too much? In our review, it started to mess with readability, having that many numbers and letters on the screen. But we suppose that’s the way it functions, as other apps are no different. This is a trading online options app, and you need to see what’s happening right away in order not to lose your precious money. Other than those slight readability issues, it’s very, very good. You have full support for trading stocks and bonds, along with real-time streaming quotes and charts.
7. Stash
Just like the name suggests – your personal online stash for spare money. Save them for rainy days and your future retirement by thinking ahead. They promise success in few easy steps – Invest, Learn, Save. Looks simple, right? Well, it is. You can even use Smart-Save they offer, which will automatically put away just the right amount of money for you. That way you won’t be tempted to overspend. Where investing is concerned, it’s the deal we know. You need minimally $5 to start investing into Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) and with their Smart-Save help, start accumulating money as the time goes. In the end, we loved the purple design, and we’re sure you will too.
8. Stockpile
Ahh, an app with a very interesting, yet logical name. You’d like your stocks to pile up over time and bring profit? That’s exactly what you’ll get. Invest in your own terms by starting with at least $5 and buy fractions of stocks and bonds. There are no hidden monthly fees to it, only 99cents for each trade you do. The best part – you’re not forced to use one stock, diversify them to make the best profit with money invested. Even if you’re a beginner looking to start, they offer great tutorials on all dividend stocks, ETFs and other tips to help you maximize the outcome.
9. Stock Trainer
This is one of the most helpful options whether you’re new or an advanced user already. Money is precious and shouldn’t be thrown away easily, as in the end, you’ll have to work more. Well, with this application you’ll be given a unique experience of trying before buying. Don’t rush with investing in other apps we previously mentioned, get accustomed to all the trading options, features and terms first. Then devise a smart plan using Stock Trainer before investing real money. It’s a highly-realistic virtual stock trading tool. In the end, you’ve got nothing to lose, and everything to gain.
10. Ally Mobile
We’ve saved a multifunctional app for the end. First of all, it’s very good-looking, sporting a pleasant purple-grey combination of colors. After that, it’s insanely functional, serving as both a banking app and an investment app all at once. You can access your bank account, deposit and withdraw money anywhere and anytime. Then, use that money to start trading stocks and bonds, see advanced charts, monitor your investments, see the latest market news and more. You’ve got to see it in order to believe it. Why occupy your memory with multiple apps when you can do it all at once, and have it a fingertip touch away?
