United States
Compare brokerage accounts
Check brokerage accounts, Traditional and Roth IRAs, investment access and common fees across the US brokers we cover.
For example: compare Fidelity, Charles Schwab and Interactive Brokers.
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United Kingdom
Compare investment platforms and ISAs
Check Stocks and Shares ISA, GIA and SIPP support, then compare dealing, platform and currency-conversion fees.
For example: filter for an ISA that offers shares or ETFs.
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Enter a simple 12-month investing example and see which charges we can calculate, which we cannot, and why.
For example: $500 a month into ETFs or £500 a month into overseas shares.
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Open a ready-made example to understand how account, trading, options, transfer and FX charges can add up.
For example: a Roth IRA ETF plan or a £50,000 fund ISA.
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Start with the fees people meet most often. Select any two or three brokers to compare more details, or open a broker’s name to see its full profile.
US
United States broker fee comparison
Brokerage and retirement-account options for US residents.
| The broker or investing platform being compared. | Lowest amount needed to begin self-directed investing. Product and order minimums can differ. | Standard online commission for buying or selling US-listed stocks and ETFs. | Commission charged for each options contract, excluding regulatory and exchange fees. | Transaction fee for buying a mutual fund. Fund management costs are separate. | Recurring charge for keeping the account open, before optional services. | Charge for a full outgoing brokerage account transfer. Partial and product-specific fees can differ. | Where the platform can be used: Apple devices, Android devices, or the web. |
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 Charles SchwabBrokerage · Traditional IRA · Roth IRAOfficial feesChecked | $0to start | $0per trade | $0.65per contract | $0–$74.95per trade | $0account fee | $50full transfer |    |
 FidelityBrokerage · Traditional IRA · Roth IRAOfficial feesChecked | $0to start | $0per trade | $0.65per contract | $0–$49.95per trade | $0account fee | $0full transfer | |
 Interactive BrokersBrokerage · Traditional IRA · Roth IRAOfficial feesChecked | $0to start | $0per trade | $0.15–$0.65per contract | $0–$14.95per trade | $0account fee | $0full transfer | |
UK
United Kingdom platform fee comparison
General accounts, Stocks and Shares ISAs and SIPPs for UK residents.
| The broker or investing platform being compared. | Lowest stated amount needed to begin investing. Monthly and one-off minimums can differ. | Standard online charge for buying or selling shares. | Transaction fee for buying a fund or ETF. Ongoing fund costs are separate. | Recurring charge for holding investments, shown using the provider's pricing basis. | Charge for converting pounds when buying or selling investments in another currency. | Charge for moving an account or holdings to another provider. Asset and account-specific fees can differ. | Where the platform can be used: Apple devices, Android devices, or the web. |
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 FreetradeGIA · ISA · SIPPOfficial feesChecked | £0.10to start | £0per trade | Not applicable | £0per month | 0.99%conversion fee | £0UK holdings; US holdings £17 each | |
 InvestEngineGIA · ISA · SIPP · BusinessOfficial feesChecked | £100then £1 per ETF | Not applicable | £0per trade | £0account fee | Not applicable | £0full transfer | |
 Trading 212GIA · ISA · SIPPOfficial feesChecked | £1to start | £0per trade | Not applicable | £0account fee | 0.15%conversion fee | £0full transfer | |
Fees can change without notice. Fund expenses, spreads, taxes, regulatory charges and product-specific costs may apply. Verify the complete official schedule before opening or funding an account. Capital is at risk.
Check a broker’s fees, accounts and investment options
Each profile answers the basic questions first, shows important limits, and links to related comparisons, calculators and official evidence.
A simple way to make a shortlist
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Choose your country and account
Remove brokers that do not offer the account or investments you need.
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Check every type of fee
Look beyond trading commission to account, currency, fund and transfer charges.
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Open the official source
Confirm the latest price and any conditions before you open or fund an account.
Commission is only one line of the bill.
A broker with no dealing fees can still be more expensive for your portfolio. Compare the costs created by what you own and how often you trade.
Currency conversion
FX charges can dominate the cost of regular overseas investing.
Account charges
Subscriptions, custody fees and tax-wrapper fees can be fixed or percentage-based.
Investment costs
Funds have ongoing charges, while every trade can cross a bid–ask spread.
Trading pattern
Frequency, order size, products and margin use change which broker costs less.
Transparent enough to check.
Find Your Best Broker compares publicly available broker information for self-directed investors. Headline figures are taken from official broker pricing or support pages, dated on this page and presented without paid placement.
- Country and account eligibility come before price.
- Every displayed fee links to an official broker source.
- No paid placement changes the comparison order.
- Material limitations appear beside headline prices.
Investor-protection references: Investor.gov and the UK Financial Conduct Authority.
What investors usually ask.
Get the broker checklistWhich online broker is best for beginners?
There is no single best broker for every beginner. Start with eligibility and account type, then compare total cost, investment range, ease of use and support. A simple ETF-only platform may suit one investor, while another may need retirement accounts, individual shares or international markets.
Does commission-free trading mean investing is free?
No. A broker can charge no dealing commission while other costs still apply. Currency conversion, fund expenses, bid–ask spreads, subscriptions, market data, transfer fees, taxes and interest on margin can all affect the total amount you pay.
Can US and UK investors use the same brokers?
Not always. Availability depends on residency, regulation and account type. US retirement accounts and UK tax wrappers such as ISAs and SIPPs have different eligibility rules, so compare brokers within the country where you are resident.
How current are the fees in this comparison?
The headline fees on this page were checked against official broker sources on August 3, 2026. Broker pricing can change without notice, so follow the source link and verify the complete fee schedule before opening or funding an account.
Is this financial advice?
No. Find Your Best Broker provides educational comparison information for self-directed investors. It does not recommend investments, assess personal suitability or replace regulated financial, legal or tax advice.