VOL. XCIV, NO. 247

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Friday, October 31, 2025

Tool Comparison

eToro vs RetailRoadshow comparison

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

Quick takeaways

eToro adds Brokerage, Copy/Social Trading, Paper Trading, Advanced Order Types, Portfolio, Watchlist, News, Alerts, Calendar, Dividends, Data Visualizations, Analyst Forecasts, Analyst Recommendations, Analyst Price Targets, and Education coverage that RetailRoadshow skips.

RetailRoadshow includes Secondary Offerings, and Videos categories that eToro omits.

eToro ships a mobile app. RetailRoadshow is web/desktop only.

In depth comparison

eToro

etoro.com

A multi-asset broker combining traditional investing with social trading. Known for CopyTrader™, Smart Portfolios, and a $100K demo account. In the U.S., stock and ETF trading is commission-free, options trade at zero commission or contract fees, and crypto carries a 1% fee with state restrictions. CopyTrader is limited to crypto in the U.S., while Smart Portfolios require a $500 minimum investment. Copying other traders starts from $200.

Platforms

WebMobile

Pricing

Free

Quick highlights

Commission-free trading on U.S. stocks and ETFs; crypto trades incur a 1% fee; $0 withdrawal fee (minimum withdrawal $30).
Options trading in the U.S. with no commissions and no contract fees, offered via the eToro Options app.
CopyTrader™ allows users to mirror the trades of other investors in real time; copying is free, with a $200 minimum.
Smart Portfolios group assets thematically and are managed by eToro’s Investment Team; they rebalance regularly, require a $500 minimum, and carry no management fees.
Practice trading with a $100,000 virtual portfolio.

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RetailRoadshow

retailroadshow.com

SEC‑compliant portal for viewing ‘retail’ electronic roadshows—video presentations from issuer executives during registered offerings (primarily IPOs; can include other registered follow‑ons). Hosted and operated by NetRoadshow; access typically requires a simple registration and occasionally an entry code supplied by the bank. Prospectus materials are linked alongside the presentation.

Platforms

Web

Pricing

Free

Quick highlights

US SEC‑compliant electronic roadshow platform purpose‑built for individual investors seeking information about registered public offerings.
Streams recorded ‘retail’ versions of roadshow presentations from issuing companies’ management teams.
Listing hub of live/active presentations; availability varies over time (periodically none active).
Simple registration flow to view a specific presentation; some deals may require an entry code distributed by the syndicate.
Prospectus for the offering is accessible on the presentation page and may be printed.

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Where they differ

eToro

Distinct strengths include:

Brokerage Copy/Social Trading Paper Trading Advanced Order Types Portfolio Watchlist News Alerts

Commission-free trading on U.S. stocks and ETFs; crypto trades incur a 1% fee; $0 withdrawal fee (minimum withdrawal $30).
Options trading in the U.S. with no commissions and no contract fees, offered via the eToro Options app.
CopyTrader™ allows users to mirror the trades of other investors in real time; copying is free, with a $200 minimum.
Smart Portfolios group assets thematically and are managed by eToro’s Investment Team; they rebalance regularly, require a $500 minimum, and carry no management fees.

RetailRoadshow

Distinct strengths include:

Secondary Offerings Videos

US SEC‑compliant electronic roadshow platform purpose‑built for individual investors seeking information about registered public offerings.
Streams recorded ‘retail’ versions of roadshow presentations from issuing companies’ management teams.
Listing hub of live/active presentations; availability varies over time (periodically none active).
Simple registration flow to view a specific presentation; some deals may require an entry code distributed by the syndicate.

Feature-by-feature breakdown

Attribute	eToro	RetailRoadshow
Categories Which research workflows each platform targets	Shared: IPO Unique: Brokerage, Copy/Social Trading, Paper Trading, Advanced Order Types, Portfolio, Watchlist, News, Alerts, Calendar, Dividends, Data Visualizations, Analyst Forecasts, Analyst Recommendations, Analyst Price Targets, Education	Shared: IPO Unique: Secondary Offerings, Videos
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes	Stocks, ETFs, Options, Cryptos, Commodities, Currencies	Stocks
Experience levels Who each product is built for	Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced	Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Platforms Where you can access the product	Web, Mobile	Web
Pricing High-level pricing models	Free	Free
Key features Core capabilities called out by each vendor	Unique Commission-free trading on U.S. stocks and ETFs; crypto trades incur a 1% fee; $0 withdrawal fee (minimum withdrawal $30). Options trading in the U.S. with no commissions and no contract fees, offered via the eToro Options app. CopyTrader™ allows users to mirror the trades of other investors in real time; copying is free, with a $200 minimum. Smart Portfolios group assets thematically and are managed by eToro’s Investment Team; they rebalance regularly, require a $500 minimum, and carry no management fees. Practice trading with a $100,000 virtual portfolio. Fractional shares available — invest from as little as $10 in stocks or ETFs.	Unique US SEC‑compliant electronic roadshow platform purpose‑built for individual investors seeking information about registered public offerings. Streams recorded ‘retail’ versions of roadshow presentations from issuing companies’ management teams. Listing hub of live/active presentations; availability varies over time (periodically none active). Simple registration flow to view a specific presentation; some deals may require an entry code distributed by the syndicate. Prospectus for the offering is accessible on the presentation page and may be printed. Backed by NetRoadshow’s capital‑markets infrastructure, compliance program, and 24×7 support.
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 eToro and RetailRoadshow both support?

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

Do eToro and RetailRoadshow require subscriptions?

Both eToro and RetailRoadshow keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.

Which tool has mobile access?

eToro ships a dedicated mobile experience, while RetailRoadshow focuses on web or desktop access.

What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?

eToro differentiates itself with Commission-free trading on U.S. stocks and ETFs; crypto trades incur a 1% fee; $0 withdrawal fee (minimum withdrawal $30)., Options trading in the U.S. with no commissions and no contract fees, offered via the eToro Options app., and CopyTrader™ allows users to mirror the trades of other investors in real time; copying is free, with a $200 minimum., whereas RetailRoadshow stands out for US SEC‑compliant electronic roadshow platform purpose‑built for individual investors seeking information about registered public offerings., Streams recorded ‘retail’ versions of roadshow presentations from issuing companies’ management teams., and Listing hub of live/active presentations; availability varies over time (periodically none active)..

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