★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★
VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
Tool details checked July 17, 2026
Tool Comparison
BUX vs Freetrade
Pick BUX if
BUX
Transaction-priced · Fees vary by offer and jurisdiction · Mobile
Pick Freetrade if
Freetrade
Transaction-priced · Fees vary by offer and jurisdiction · Web · Mobile
- You care about advanced order types, something BUX doesn't offer
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Our take
The bottom line
BUX and Freetrade cover a lot of the same ground (4 shared categories, including brokerage, portfolio, and watchlist), so for the basics you won't go far wrong with either. On paper they're closely matched, so let pricing, platform fit, and the details below break the tie.
What readers say
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Key differences at a glance
- Asset coverage
- FreetradeAdds bonds and mutual funds
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How they stack up
The side-by-side table: pricing, platforms, data, and coverage at a glance.ShowHide
How they stack up
The side-by-side table: pricing, platforms, data, and coverage at a glance.| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Pricing & plans | ||
Starting price | Transaction-priced · Fees vary by offer and jurisdiction | Transaction-priced · Fees vary by offer and jurisdiction |
Free tier | No | No |
Free trial | — | — |
| Platforms & access | ||
Web app | No | Yes |
Mobile app | Yes | Yes |
API access | No | No |
| Audience & fit | ||
Experience level | Beginner, Intermediate | Beginner, Intermediate |
Best for | — | — |
Categories covered | 4 | 5 |
Regions | Europe | Europe, North America |
| Try it | Visit BUX | Visit Freetrade |
Where each one shines
What BUX and Freetrade each do best.ShowHide
Where each one shines
What BUX and Freetrade each do best.What BUX does best
- European and U.S. stocks, ETFs and ETCs through a mobile brokerage account.
- Fractional stocks, ETFs and ETCs through market orders and Investment Plans.
- Commission-free monthly Investment Plan purchase execution on all three tiers.
- Basic, Plus and Prime tiers with distinct order allowances, service fees and FX markups.
- Interest-bearing ABN AMRO Clearing Bank cash on Plus and Prime under current limits.
What Freetrade does best
- Commission-free dealing in the available stocks, ETFs, investment trusts, funds, gilts, and UK Treasury bills.
- A free Basic plan with GIA, Stocks and Shares ISA, Junior Stocks and Shares ISA, and SIPP access.
- Optional Standard and Plus plans with lower FX fees and higher capped GBP cash interest.
- U.S.-listed fractional shares bought by GBP value, with proportional dividends and voting support.
- Recurring orders, limit orders, stop losses, portfolio monitoring, and watchlists.
Every detail we compared
Every tracked attribute for BUX and Freetrade, side by side.ShowHide
Every detail we compared
Every tracked attribute for BUX and Freetrade, side by side.| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Coverage & fit | ||
Asset types | StocksETFs | StocksETFsBondsMutual Funds |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediate | BeginnerIntermediate |
Regions | Europe | EuropeNorth America |
Coverage details | 8 countriesIdentifiers: Ticker and ISIN | Identifiers: Ticker and ISIN |
| Access & integrations | ||
Export formats | PDF | CSVPDF |
| Plans & trust | ||
Vendor & support | BUX B.V.Country: NetherlandsSupport: Chat and Email | Freetrade LimitedCountry: United KingdomSupport: Chat and Email |
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What you'll actually pay
Plans, billing, trials, and per-month pricing for both tools.ShowHide
What you'll actually pay
Plans, billing, trials, and per-month pricing for both tools.| Tier | ||
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Free“BUX Basic” | Free“Basic” |
| Entry paid plan | €2.99/mo“BUX Plus” | £5.99/mo“Standard” |
| Top plan | €7.99/mo“BUX Prime” | £11.99/mo“Plus” |
Questions we keep getting
What's the difference between BUX and Freetrade?
BUX leans toward brokerage, portfolio, and watchlist, while Freetrade puts more weight on brokerage, advanced order types, and portfolio. They overlap in 4 categories, so for most people it comes down to workflow preference and price.
How much do BUX and Freetrade cost?
Neither has a free plan; you'll need a paid subscription for the full feature set of either. Check each tool's current plan details before buying.
Should I choose BUX or Freetrade?
It depends on what you're after. Pick BUX if you prefer its overall approach; go with Freetrade if you'd rather have advanced order types. And if you only need the basics both share, let price decide.
What asset classes do BUX and Freetrade cover?
Both cover stocks and ETFs. Freetrade adds bonds and mutual funds on top.
Can I export data from BUX and Freetrade?
Freetrade exports to CSV. BUX is stingier about getting data out.
Can I track my portfolio with BUX or Freetrade?
Yes, both do portfolio tracking: holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.
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