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Make your fortune with the best stock-trading apps for iOS and Android

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In today’s economy, just saving a part of your income isn’t enough. One of the best ways to grow your wealth is to invest it wisely. Whether you’re a complete newbie peeking into the world of investments or a seasoned investor with a rich portfolio to show, you’ll need a handy tool to manage your money on the go. Our time is valuable, and the world moves fast, so you want to make sure you can quickly and easily check on your investments at a moment’s notice.

Investing apps can help with this. From offering real-time market data to letting you create a mock practice account, investment apps have a lot to offer investors at every level. That’s why we’ve put together a list of the best stock-trading apps for both iOS and Android. As always with investing, be aware that your own capital is at risk, and you should never invest money you aren’t prepared to lose.

Looking to gather the funds needed to invest? Having some spare cash is always a good idea, and our favorite budgeting apps can help. If you’re interested in Bitcoin, check out our handy guide to get you started.

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Robinhood

Hailed as one of the most popular stock-trading apps, Robinhood boasts a slick interface and zero commissions. There’s no minimum amount, so you can start with whatever you want, and there’s no waiting period. Trade U.S. stocks, cryptocurrency, and commodities, and learn how to trade as you go, thanks to Robinhood’s personalized feedback and recommendations. The app also offers trading lessons to new investors so you can learn on the go. Robinhood has also launched a new rewards program that offers a weekly bonus of 10% to 100%, and you’re eligible for up to $250K in FDIC insurance. Refer friends, and you’ll both get free stock from some of the world’s largest companies. Serious traders can buy the Gold membership ($5 per month), which gives you advanced tools and better rates.

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Schwab Mobile

Charles Schwab is a well-known name in the finance and investing world, so its app is bound to be great as well. Called Schwab Mobile, the app lets you trade stocks, ETFs, mutual funds, and much more. The dashboard is quite comprehensive, offering real-time updates, breaking news, and price charts for easy analysis. You can also build custom lists to keep an eye on your favorite options. New traders can benefit from the wide variety of videos, podcasts, and investing guides the app offers.

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SoFi

SoFi is an all-in-one finance app that lets you manage your budget and make more money by trading stocks and other commodities. You can also get loans right within the app, so everything is in one place. There are no commissions and no minimums, so anyone can start investing, even if you can only afford to put up $5 right now. SoFi also has a great reward program offering you fractional shares and even cold hard cash. You also get free stock just for opening an account, so there are rewards all around.

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Webull

Webull has a lot to offer to investors at all levels. You can start trading stocks, crypto, and pretty much anything for as little as $1. Customizable charts, graphs, and real-time data help you stay updated and make wise decisions at key moments in the market. Like most other apps on this list, Webull lets you buy fractional stocks starting at just $5, so you don’t need huge savings to start trading. New investors can also experiment with trading methods without spending real money to learn how everything works.

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E*TRADE

Interested only in the U.S. market? The E*TRADE app might be the one for you. You can trade stocks, ETFs, and mutual funds. You also get multiple research and education tools to help you spot the best opportunities. What sets this app apart is the handy banking feature where you can deposit money, transfer cash, add checks, and even pay bills. Such a wide variety of features make it an attractive, all-rounder app for investors at various stages of their journey.

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Trading 212

Trading 212 is a well-rated U.K.-based trading app that gives you access to trading in a wide variety of markets in the U.S., U.K., Germany, Spain, France, and the Netherlands. You can also trade cryptocurrency, and there’s access to a live chat for support. New investors can practice with a real-market simulator to learn the ropes before they invest any real money. The best part? Everything is commission-free, so you’re not paying hefty agent or platform fees.

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Fidelity Investments

Founded in 1946, Fidelity Investments is one of the big boys of investments and stock trading, and the app it offers reflects those years of experience. The app allows you to trade stocks, exchange-traded funds, mutual funds, and more while also offering more general fiscal management. Everything is commission-free, so you’re only paying for the trades. Anyone can start investing for as little as a dollar, and the app offers real-time market data to help you make your decisions. You can set price triggers and chat with a support assistant any time of the day.

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Capital.com

Get a more personal edge with Capital.com’s personalized AI-driven app, which provides you with all the news and guidance you need to ensure your investments mature and grow. Capital.com has access to a huge amount of investment areas, including more than 5,000 markets, cryptocurrencies, and commodities. You’ll also get real-time tracking of your investment, instant withdrawals, zero commissions, and no inactivity fee, so you can be as active or passive as you’d like. Customer support is available 24/7 in 31 different languages, so all your queries can be resolved easily.

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Mark Jansen is an avid follower of everything that beeps, bloops, or makes pretty lights. He has a degree in Ancient & Medieval History, which obviously makes him a shoo-in to write about technology for a living. He currently contributes to the Mobile section on Digital Trends, with a particular emphasis and expertise on exploring the weirder side of smartphones, from tiny rugged phones to massive gaming phones. You'll most often find him seeking out leaks and rumors on upcoming devices, and playing with a variety of new apps for both Android and iOS.

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