Charles Schwab adds Options & Derivatives, Paper Trading, Advanced Order Types, Smart/Direct Routing, Calendar, Order Book / Level II, Videos, Blogs, Newsletters, and Screeners coverage that Revolut (Invest) skips.
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Charles Schwab vs Revolut (Invest) comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
Quick takeaways
Revolut (Invest) includes ETF Overview, Wealth Management, Downloadable Tax Reports, and Education categories that Charles Schwab omits.
Charles Schwab highlights: Zero-commission online trades for stocks and ETFs; options at $0.65 per contract., thinkorswim® platform suite (desktop, web, mobile) plus Schwab Mobile, with extended 24/5 trading access to 1,100+ stocks and ETFs., and paperMoney® virtual accounts that let you practice trading with live market data..
Revolut (Invest) is known for: Access to 4,000+ stocks and ETFs directly in-app, with investments starting from as little as $/€1., Commission-free monthly allowance by plan: Standard 1, Plus 3, Premium 5, Metal 10, Ultra 10. Extra trades cost 0.25% (0.12% for Ultra)., and Recurring ETF investment plans let users automate contributions commission-free (within plan limits)..
Revolut (Invest) keeps a free entry point that Charles Schwab lacks.
Charles Schwab
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One of the largest US brokerages, combining commission-free stock and ETF trading with deep functionality through the thinkorswim® platform suite (desktop, web, and mobile). Options are priced at $0.65 per contract, with 24/5 trading on over a thousand stocks and ETFs. Investors can trade futures and forex (approval required), use paperMoney® for risk-free practice, and even buy fractional shares of S&P 500 companies starting at $5 through Stock Slices®. Schwab also provides flexible alerts, advanced order types, tax integrations, and access to research and screeners—all backed by decades of brand trust.
Categories
Platforms
Web
Mobile
Desktop
Pricing
Other
Quick highlights
- Zero-commission online trades for stocks and ETFs; options at $0.65 per contract.
- thinkorswim® platform suite (desktop, web, mobile) plus Schwab Mobile, with extended 24/5 trading access to 1,100+ stocks and ETFs.
- paperMoney® virtual accounts that let you practice trading with live market data.
- Tradable universe spans stocks, ETFs, options, futures, and forex—though futures and forex require separate approval and are offered by Schwab Futures & Forex LLC.
- Fractional share investing via Stock Slices®: S&P 500 companies, starting from $5.
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Revolut (Invest)
revolut.com
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Revolut offers commission-free stock and ETF trading within a monthly allowance that scales with your plan. Beyond that, fees are tiered (as low as 0.12% on Ultra). Web trading is available in the EEA with Trading Pro, while the app is the main entry point elsewhere. Bonds, commodities, and crypto round out the product set, alongside a robo-advisor in the US with a 0.25% annual fee. Precious metals are offered but not FCA-regulated.
Categories
Platforms
Mobile
Web
Pricing
Free
Subscription
Quick highlights
- Access to 4,000+ stocks and ETFs directly in-app, with investments starting from as little as $/€1.
- Commission-free monthly allowance by plan: Standard 1, Plus 3, Premium 5, Metal 10, Ultra 10. Extra trades cost 0.25% (0.12% for Ultra).
- Recurring ETF investment plans let users automate contributions commission-free (within plan limits).
- Bonds available in the EEA—both government and corporate—with coupon payments and maturity details shown, minimum €2 per trade.
- Precious metals (gold, silver, platinum, palladium) can be bought, sold, or even linked to card round-ups; provided by Revolut Ltd, not FCA-regulated.
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Overlap
Shared focus areas
5 overlapsMutual strengths include Brokerage, Portfolio, and Watchlist plus 2 more areas.
Where they differ
Charles Schwab
Distinct strengths include:
Options & Derivatives
Paper Trading
Advanced Order Types
Smart/Direct Routing
Calendar
Order Book / Level II
Videos
Blogs
- Zero-commission online trades for stocks and ETFs; options at $0.65 per contract.
- thinkorswim® platform suite (desktop, web, mobile) plus Schwab Mobile, with extended 24/5 trading access to 1,100+ stocks and ETFs.
- paperMoney® virtual accounts that let you practice trading with live market data.
- Tradable universe spans stocks, ETFs, options, futures, and forex—though futures and forex require separate approval and are offered by Schwab Futures & Forex LLC.
Revolut (Invest)
Distinct strengths include:
- Access to 4,000+ stocks and ETFs directly in-app, with investments starting from as little as $/€1.
- Commission-free monthly allowance by plan: Standard 1, Plus 3, Premium 5, Metal 10, Ultra 10. Extra trades cost 0.25% (0.12% for Ultra).
- Recurring ETF investment plans let users automate contributions commission-free (within plan limits).
- Bonds available in the EEA—both government and corporate—with coupon payments and maturity details shown, minimum €2 per trade.
Feature-by-feature breakdown
| Attribute | Charles Schwab | Revolut (Invest) |
|---|---|---|
Categories Which research workflows each platform targets | Shared: Brokerage, Portfolio, Watchlist, News, Alerts Unique: Options & Derivatives, Paper Trading, Advanced Order Types, Smart/Direct Routing, Calendar, Order Book / Level II, Videos, Blogs, Newsletters, Screeners | Shared: Brokerage, Portfolio, Watchlist, News, Alerts Unique: ETF Overview, Wealth Management, Downloadable Tax Reports, Education |
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Stocks, ETFs, Options, Futures, Mutual Funds, Bonds, Currencies | Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Commodities, Cryptos |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web, Mobile, Desktop | Mobile, Web |
Pricing High-level pricing models | Other | Free, Subscription |
Key features Core capabilities called out by each vendor | Unique
| Unique
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Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat | Not yet | Yes |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Standard listing | Highlighted |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do Charles Schwab and Revolut (Invest) both support?
Both platforms cover Brokerage, Portfolio, Watchlist, News, and Alerts workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Which tool offers a free plan?
Revolut (Invest) offers a free entry point, while Charles Schwab requires a paid subscription. Review the pricing table to see how the paid tiers compare.
How can you access Charles Schwab and Revolut (Invest)?
Both Charles Schwab and Revolut (Invest) 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?
Charles Schwab differentiates itself with Zero-commission online trades for stocks and ETFs; options at $0.65 per contract., thinkorswim® platform suite (desktop, web, mobile) plus Schwab Mobile, with extended 24/5 trading access to 1,100+ stocks and ETFs., and paperMoney® virtual accounts that let you practice trading with live market data., whereas Revolut (Invest) stands out for Access to 4,000+ stocks and ETFs directly in-app, with investments starting from as little as $/€1., Commission-free monthly allowance by plan: Standard 1, Plus 3, Premium 5, Metal 10, Ultra 10. Extra trades cost 0.25% (0.12% for Ultra)., and Recurring ETF investment plans let users automate contributions commission-free (within plan limits)..
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