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Cash App vs Markets.com comparison

Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.

Quick takeaways

Cash App adds Portfolio, and Downloadable Tax Reports coverage that Markets.com skips.

Markets.com includes Advanced Order Types, Copy/Social Trading, Alerts, and Education categories that Cash App omits.

In depth comparison

Cash App

cash.app

A U.S.-only brokerage (18+) offering $0-commission stock and ETF trading with fractional shares, plus integrated Bitcoin trading and Lightning transfers. Custom trigger-based orders are supported for both stocks and Bitcoin, though they are not traditional limit orders. Tax documents can be downloaded directly from the web Documents portal.

Platforms

MobileWeb

Pricing

Free

Quick highlights

Commission-free stock and ETF trading with fractional shares; investing starts at $1.
Coverage includes more than 1,800 U.S. stocks and ETFs.
Auto Invest lets users schedule recurring purchases of selected stocks or ETFs.
Round Ups automatically invest spare change from Cash App Card purchases into a chosen stock, Bitcoin, or savings balance.
Custom price-triggered orders for stocks and Bitcoin; these are not limit orders or guaranteed executions.

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Markets.com

markets.com

A global CFD broker offering trading across web, mobile, MT4/MT5, and TradingView. Accounts come with 0% commissions and no deposit, withdrawal, or order fees — though spreads, overnight swaps, and currency conversion charges apply. Social and copy trading is enabled via Pelican Exchange Europe and through MT4/MT5 integrations. Retail leverage is capped at 1:30 depending on jurisdiction, with some regions requiring protections such as guaranteed stop-losses. Crypto CFDs are not available to UK residents.

Platforms

WebMobileDesktop

Pricing

Free

Quick highlights

Multi-asset CFD coverage including forex, shares, commodities, indices, ETFs, bonds, and crypto (where permitted).
Choice of platforms: proprietary web and mobile apps, MetaTrader 4/5 desktop, and full TradingView integration.
Built-in social and copy trading via Pelican, allowing users to follow signal providers or become one themselves, with performance-based fees.
Risk management tools include stop-loss and take-profit orders, floating spreads, and push/SMS/email alerts for key events.
Simple pricing structure: no commissions, account, deposit, or withdrawal fees; trading costs primarily come from spreads, swaps, and conversions.

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Where they differ

Cash App

Distinct strengths include:

Portfolio Downloadable Tax Reports

Commission-free stock and ETF trading with fractional shares; investing starts at $1.
Coverage includes more than 1,800 U.S. stocks and ETFs.
Auto Invest lets users schedule recurring purchases of selected stocks or ETFs.
Round Ups automatically invest spare change from Cash App Card purchases into a chosen stock, Bitcoin, or savings balance.

Markets.com

Distinct strengths include:

Advanced Order Types Copy/Social Trading Alerts Education

Multi-asset CFD coverage including forex, shares, commodities, indices, ETFs, bonds, and crypto (where permitted).
Choice of platforms: proprietary web and mobile apps, MetaTrader 4/5 desktop, and full TradingView integration.
Built-in social and copy trading via Pelican, allowing users to follow signal providers or become one themselves, with performance-based fees.
Risk management tools include stop-loss and take-profit orders, floating spreads, and push/SMS/email alerts for key events.

Feature-by-feature breakdown

Attribute	Cash App	Markets.com
Categories Which research workflows each platform targets	Shared: Brokerage Unique: Portfolio, Downloadable Tax Reports	Shared: Brokerage Unique: Advanced Order Types, Copy/Social Trading, Alerts, Education
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes	Stocks, ETFs, Cryptos	Currencies, Stocks, Commodities, ETFs, Bonds, Cryptos
Experience levels Who each product is built for	Beginner, Intermediate	Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Platforms Where you can access the product	Mobile, Web	Web, Mobile, Desktop
Pricing High-level pricing models	Free	Free
Key features Core capabilities called out by each vendor	Unique Commission-free stock and ETF trading with fractional shares; investing starts at $1. Coverage includes more than 1,800 U.S. stocks and ETFs. Auto Invest lets users schedule recurring purchases of selected stocks or ETFs. Round Ups automatically invest spare change from Cash App Card purchases into a chosen stock, Bitcoin, or savings balance. Custom price-triggered orders for stocks and Bitcoin; these are not limit orders or guaranteed executions. Bitcoin trading is fully integrated, with send/receive support via the Lightning Network — typically instant and free during trading hours.	Unique Multi-asset CFD coverage including forex, shares, commodities, indices, ETFs, bonds, and crypto (where permitted). Choice of platforms: proprietary web and mobile apps, MetaTrader 4/5 desktop, and full TradingView integration. Built-in social and copy trading via Pelican, allowing users to follow signal providers or become one themselves, with performance-based fees. Risk management tools include stop-loss and take-profit orders, floating spreads, and push/SMS/email alerts for key events. Simple pricing structure: no commissions, account, deposit, or withdrawal fees; trading costs primarily come from spreads, swaps, and conversions. Leverage up to 1:30 for retail clients, varying by entity and regulatory jurisdiction.
Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat	Not yet	Not yet
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists	Standard listing	Standard listing

Frequently Asked Questions

Which workflows do Cash App and Markets.com both support?

Both platforms cover Brokerage workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.

Do Cash App and Markets.com require subscriptions?

Both Cash App and Markets.com keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.

How can you access Cash App and Markets.com?

Both Cash App and Markets.com support web and mobile access, making it easy to keep tabs on research away from the desk.

What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?

Cash App differentiates itself with Commission-free stock and ETF trading with fractional shares; investing starts at $1., Coverage includes more than 1,800 U.S. stocks and ETFs., and Auto Invest lets users schedule recurring purchases of selected stocks or ETFs., whereas Markets.com stands out for Multi-asset CFD coverage including forex, shares, commodities, indices, ETFs, bonds, and crypto (where permitted)., Choice of platforms: proprietary web and mobile apps, MetaTrader 4/5 desktop, and full TradingView integration., and Built-in social and copy trading via Pelican, allowing users to follow signal providers or become one themselves, with performance-based fees..

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