The costs quoted are based on an assumption of 12 x UK share/ETF purchases per year. Costs calculated are for the first year of investment
The limit to buy is up to £60,000
5.0out of 5
Both experienced and inexperienced investors
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5.0out of 5
Switch your account and receive up to £500
Refer a friend who transfers at least £10,000 and you both receive £100 in Amazon vouchers
3.5out of 5
Those wanting some free financial coaching to get started in investing
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3.5out of 5
4.5out of 5
New investors | Quick and easy investing
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4.5out of 5
Zero-commission stock trading
Low 0.15% annual account fee
4.0out of 5
Experienced and inexperienced investors looking mostly to invest in funds
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4.0out of 5
Excellent research tools
Competitive fund fees and non-trading fees
4.0out of 5
New investors
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4.0out of 5
Deposit at least £50 and get a free share worth between £10 and £100 (T&Cs apply)
4.0out of 5
Anyone looking for a Junior ISA | Investors with portfolios worth over £2 million
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4.0out of 5
Longest established investment platform
One of the most comprehensive ranges of investment options
4.5out of 5
Experienced traders and ambitious beginners
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4.5out of 5
GIA / ISA / SIPP: Get up to £200 cashback on your investments. Earn 10% cashback when you invest at least £50 before 31 Dec 2025. Max cashback £200. New customers only. (T&Cs apply)
Out of hours US stock trading
4.0out of 5
Experienced and inexperienced investors
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4.0out of 5
4.5out of 5
Advanced traders | Those looking for professional-level trading tools
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4.5out of 5
Pricing on stocks from just 0.015% of monthly trade value
Refer a Friend Get $200
4.5out of 5
Best for Stocks and Shares ISA | Ultra-low cost
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4.5out of 5
5.0out of 5
Sophisticated investors | Traders of all levels
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5.0out of 5
Trade UK stocks from £3 per trade
Trade US stocks from $1 per trade
3.5out of 5
Investors wanting access to low-cost funds
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3.5out of 5
Low-cost funds
Complete range of Vanguard funds
3.0out of 5
Current Halifax customers with large sums to invest and want a no-effort investment account | Investors happy to adopt a drip-feed strategy
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3.0out of 5
3.5out of 5
Lloyds banking customers with large portfolios invested in funds
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3.5out of 5
3.0out of 5
DIY investors with large portfolios who mostly invest in funds | Those wanting personalised wealth management
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3.0out of 5
6 month fee waiver when you transfer £200,000 or more.
Up to £1,500 cashback when you transfer your cash and/or investments to Charles Stanley Direct online investing platform
3.5out of 5
Beginners with a decent sized investment pot wanting something very simple
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3.5out of 5
First 12 months free for premium plans
Earn up to £1,000 when you transfer a minimum of £25,000 into any CMC Invest account.
3.0out of 5
Existing HSBC customers wanting a ready-made investment portfolio with good historical performance
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3.0out of 5
3.0out of 5
Investors with holdings valued at more than £500,000
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3.0out of 5
4.0out of 5
Existing Barclays customers looking for a simple ready-made investment portfolio
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4.0out of 5
2.5out of 5
Not currently recommended
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2.5out of 5