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Robinhood alternatives: 7 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll investing and stock trading apps

Top picks

Common reasons people leave Robinhood: limited research and account types compared with full-service brokers, and crypto holdings are not SIPC or FDIC protected. We ranked 7 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Robinhood, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Webull currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Webull logoWebullFree plan + paid—NoWeb, Windows, macOS +27 of 768.8
2Cash App logoCash AppFree—NoiOS, Android, Web5 of 554.4
3Kraken logoKrakenFree plan + paid$4.99 a month, zero fees on up to $10k/month tradingNoWeb, iOS, Android +27 of 751.2
4Coinbase logoCoinbaseFree plan + paid—NoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 450.3
5Vanguard logoVanguardFree plan + paid—NoWeb, iOS, Android6 of 642.3
6Fidelity logoFidelityFree plan + paid—NoWeb, iOS, Android +28 of 842.3
7Fidelity Trader+ logoFidelity Trader+Free—NoWindows, macOS, Web +25 of 540.9
  1. Webull logo

    1. WebullTop pick

    Best for: Self-directed US traders who want pro-style charts and extended hours without commissions

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Robinhood

    Also commission-free, with deeper charting, Level 2 quotes, paper trading and a full desktop app.

    Pros

    • No commissions on US-listed stocks, ETFs and options
    • Advanced charts, Level 2 quotes and a stock screener
    • Paper trading to practise with real-time quotes

    Cons

    • The dense interface can overwhelm first-time investors
    • Some data feeds and index options carry extra fees
    • Earns from payment for order flow, like most zero-commission brokers
    Visit Webull Compare with RobinhoodDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Webull a good Robinhood alternative?

    Verified facts

    7 of 7 verified
    Commissions
    $0 on US-listed stocks, ETFs and options
    Checked Nov 8, 2026webull.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Index option fee
    $0.50 per contract (certain index options)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026webull.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Paper trading
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026webull.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Retirement accounts
    Traditional, Roth, Rollover IRA
    Checked Nov 8, 2026webull.com(opens source in a new tab)
    SIPC
    Member
    Checked Nov 8, 2026webull.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Outgoing stock transfer
    $75 per transfer
    Checked Nov 8, 2026webull.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Incoming stock transfer
    $0
    Checked Nov 8, 2026webull.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Cash App logo

    2. Cash App

    Best for: People in the US who want peer-to-peer payments, a debit card, stocks and bitcoin in one app

    FreeiOS, Android, Web

    54.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from Robinhood

    Simpler commission-free stock and bitcoin buying inside an everyday payments and debit card app.

    Pros

    • Free peer-to-peer payments and no monthly card fee
    • Commission-free stock and bitcoin buying in the same app
    • Free tax filing and early direct deposit

    Cons

    • Not a bank itself; services run through partner banks
    • Available in the US only
    • Investing and bitcoin balances are not FDIC insured
    Visit Cash App Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.352
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Cash App a good Robinhood alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Owner
    Block, Inc.
    Checked Nov 8, 2026cash.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Stock trading
    No commission fees
    Checked Nov 8, 2026cash.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Card fees
    No monthly fees
    Checked Nov 8, 2026cash.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Bank status
    Not a bank
    Checked Nov 8, 2026cash.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Active accounts
    59 million+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026cash.app(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Kraken logo

    3. Kraken

    Best for: Crypto traders who want low volume-based fees, margin and futures on an established exchange

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS

    51.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Robinhood

    Crypto exchange that now also offers US stocks and ETFs, with lower fees for high-volume crypto traders.

    Pros

    • Volume-based maker-taker fees on Kraken Pro
    • Proof-of-reserves reporting
    • Crypto, futures and US stocks in one account where available

    Cons

    • Entry-tier Pro fees (0.40% maker, 0.80% taker) are higher than some rivals
    • Pro interface is complex for first-time buyers
    • Products and leverage vary a lot by country
    Visit Kraken Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.341
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Kraken a good Robinhood alternative?

    Verified facts

    7 of 7 verified
    Founded
    2011
    Checked Nov 8, 2026kraken.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Markets
    600+ crypto pairs, 11,000+ stocks and ETFs
    Checked Nov 8, 2026kraken.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Spot fees (entry tier)
    0.40% maker / 0.80% taker
    Checked Nov 1, 2026kraken.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Fee model
    Volume-based maker-taker tiers
    Checked Nov 1, 2026kraken.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Kraken+ plan
    $4.99 a month, zero fees on up to $10k/month trading
    Checked Nov 8, 2026kraken.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    30 days (Kraken+)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026kraken.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Spot trading pricing
    0.40% maker / 0.80% taker at entry tier
    Checked Nov 2, 2026kraken.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Coinbase logo

    4. Coinbase

    Best for: Beginners and US-based investors who want a well-known, regulated place to buy and hold crypto

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    50.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Robinhood

    If crypto is the main draw, it lists far more coins and adds staking and advanced crypto trading.

    Pros

    • Easy app for first-time buyers, with a separate advanced trading view
    • Staking and USDC rewards inside the same account
    • Available in the US, UK, much of Europe and other regions

    Cons

    • Simple buys include a spread on top of fees
    • Coins held on the exchange are custodial, not in your own wallet
    • Fee-free trading needs a paid Coinbase One plan and is capped on lower tiers
    Visit Coinbase Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.346
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Coinbase a good Robinhood alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Advanced trading
    Coinbase Advanced (formerly Pro)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026coinbase.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Spread
    Included in buy/sell prices
    Checked Nov 8, 2026coinbase.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Subscription
    Coinbase One
    Checked Nov 8, 2026coinbase.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Payment methods for One
    Debit card, cash, USDC/USDT, crypto
    Checked Nov 8, 2026coinbase.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Vanguard logo

    5. Vanguard

    Best for: US buy-and-hold investors who want low-cost index funds and retirement accounts

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    42.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Robinhood

    A better home for long-term index investing and retirement accounts.

    Pros

    • Very low-cost index funds and ETFs from the company that pioneered them
    • No commission on online stock and ETF trades and no account minimum
    • Robo-advice available from $100 through Digital Advisor

    Cons

    • No cryptocurrency trading
    • Basic charting and research tools compared with trading-focused apps
    • Vanguard mutual funds need $1,000 or more to start
    Visit Vanguard Compare with RobinhoodDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.312
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Vanguard a good Robinhood alternative?

    Verified facts

    6 of 6 verified
    Stock and ETF commissions
    $0 for online trades
    Checked Nov 8, 2026investor.vanguard.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Account minimum
    $0
    Checked Nov 8, 2026investor.vanguard.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Vanguard ETF minimum
    $1
    Checked Nov 8, 2026investor.vanguard.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Mutual fund minimums
    $1,000 to $50,000
    Checked Nov 8, 2026investor.vanguard.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Robo-advisor minimum
    $100
    Checked Nov 8, 2026investor.vanguard.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Account opening fee
    $0
    Checked Nov 8, 2026investor.vanguard.com(opens source in a new tab)
  6. Fidelity logo

    6. Fidelity

    Best for: US investors who want retirement and trading accounts in one place with strong research

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS

    42.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Robinhood

    Same commission-free trades plus retirement accounts, index funds and 24/7 support.

    Pros

    • No commission on online US stock, ETF and options trades
    • Zero-expense-ratio index mutual funds
    • 24/7 phone and chat support plus physical investor centres
    • Desktop trading platform for active traders

    Cons

    • Website and app are dense and can feel overwhelming
    • Mainly for US residents
    • Margin rates on small balances are high
    Visit Fidelity Compare with RobinhoodDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.312
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Fidelity a good Robinhood alternative?

    Verified facts

    8 of 8 verified
    Commissions
    $0 online US stock, ETF and option trades
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fidelity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Index funds
    Zero expense ratio options
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fidelity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Account minimum
    $0 (retail brokerage)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fidelity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Support hours
    24/7
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fidelity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Stock, ETF and option trades
    $0 commission online (US)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fidelity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Options contract fee
    $0.65 per contract
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fidelity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Secondary bond trades
    $1.00 per bond online
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fidelity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Transaction-fee mutual funds
    $49.95 per purchase
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fidelity.com(opens source in a new tab)
  7. Fidelity Trader+ logo

    7. Fidelity Trader+

    Best for: Fidelity customers who trade often and want pro-style charts and options tools without paying extra

    FreeWindows, macOS, Web, iOS, Android

    40.9

    score / 100

    Why switch from Robinhood

    Moves you to a full-service broker with deeper charts, Level 2 quotes and multi-leg options tickets at no extra cost.

    Pros

    • No platform fee and no commission on online US stock and ETF trades
    • Desktop, web and mobile versions share layouts, alerts and saved orders
    • Desktop app supports up to four monitors with separate panels
    • Strong options tools, including multi-leg tickets and strategy ideas

    Cons

    • Only works with a Fidelity brokerage account
    • Some features are still being rolled out as it replaces Active Trader Pro
    • No futures or forex trading, unlike thinkorswim or Interactive Brokers
    Visit Fidelity Trader+ Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.37
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Fidelity Trader+ a good Robinhood alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Desktop platforms
    Windows and Mac
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fidelity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Multi-monitor
    Up to 4 monitors
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fidelity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Technical indicators
    100+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fidelity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platform cost
    Included at no extra cost
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fidelity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Commissions
    $0 for online US stock, ETF and option trades
    Checked Nov 8, 2026fidelity.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Robinhood alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Webull logo

Best Robinhood alternative for most people

Webull

Also commission-free, with deeper charting, Level 2 quotes, paper trading and a full desktop app.

Cash App logo

Best Robinhood alternative for a free option

Cash App

Simpler commission-free stock and bitcoin buying inside an everyday payments and debit card app.

Kraken logo

Best Robinhood alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Kraken

Crypto exchange that now also offers US stocks and ETFs, with lower fees for high-volume crypto traders.

Fidelity logo

Best Robinhood alternative for Mac

Fidelity

Same commission-free trades plus retirement accounts, index funds and 24/7 support.

Fidelity Trader+ logo

Best Robinhood alternative for Windows

Fidelity Trader+

Moves you to a full-service broker with deeper charts, Level 2 quotes and multi-leg options tickets at no extra cost.

Coinbase logo

Best Robinhood alternative for iPhone and Android

Coinbase

If crypto is the main draw, it lists far more coins and adds staking and advanced crypto trading.

Vanguard logo

Best Robinhood alternative for working in the browser

Vanguard

A better home for long-term index investing and retirement accounts.

Robinhood alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Robinhood?

Webull ranks first right now. Also commission-free, with deeper charting, Level 2 quotes, paper trading and a full desktop app. Cash App and Kraken follow it in our ranking.

Robinhood vs Webull: what's the difference?

Both Robinhood and Webull are free with paid plans. Only Webull runs on Windows and macOS.

Is Robinhood free?

Robinhood is free with paid plans. Minimum to start: $1; Gold subscription: $5/month; Gold plan: $5 a month; Free trial: 30 days (Gold). Checked on Robinhood's own site, November 2026.

Is there a free alternative to Robinhood?

Yes. Webull (free plan + paid), Cash App (free), Kraken (free plan + paid) and Coinbase (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Robinhood?

None of the 7 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Robinhood?

The complaints we hear most: limited research and account types compared with full-service brokers; crypto holdings are not SIPC or FDIC protected; the best cash rate and IRA match need the paid Gold subscription.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Robinhood, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.