eToro adds Brokerage, Copy/Social Trading, Paper Trading, Advanced Order Types, IPO, and Analyst Forecasts coverage that Yahoo Finance skips.
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eToro vs Yahoo Finance comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
Quick takeaways
Yahoo Finance includes Screeners, Financials, ETF Overview, ETF Holdings, ETF Performance, Options, and Splits categories that eToro omits.
eToro 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., and CopyTrader™ allows users to mirror the trades of other investors in real time; copying is free, with a $200 minimum..
Yahoo Finance is known for: Free plan with optional Silver and Gold subscriptions that unlock advanced features and research., Historical price downloads in CSV format are gated to Gold; portfolio and watchlist exports remain free., and Coverage spans 100+ exchanges worldwide, with clear labeling of real-time versus delayed data..
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.
Categories
Platforms
Pricing
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.
Community votes (overall)
Yahoo Finance
finance.yahoo.com
One of the most widely used finance portals, offering global market coverage, news, screeners, and portfolio tools. A free plan provides core features, while paid Silver and Gold tiers add extras such as research, enhanced filters, and historical data downloads. Real-time vs delayed quotes vary by exchange, and mobile apps support price alerts and personalized news.
Categories
Platforms
Pricing
Quick highlights
- Free plan with optional Silver and Gold subscriptions that unlock advanced features and research.
- Historical price downloads in CSV format are gated to Gold; portfolio and watchlist exports remain free.
- Coverage spans 100+ exchanges worldwide, with clear labeling of real-time versus delayed data.
- Interactive full-screen charts with dozens of technical indicators and extended-hours toggles.
- Equity, ETF, and mutual fund screeners with hundreds of filters; Plus tiers add premium filters such as Morningstar ratings.
Community votes (overall)
Shared focus areas
10 overlapsMutual strengths include Portfolio, Watchlist, and News plus 7 more areas.
Where they differ
eToro
Distinct strengths include:
- 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.
Yahoo Finance
Distinct strengths include:
- Free plan with optional Silver and Gold subscriptions that unlock advanced features and research.
- Historical price downloads in CSV format are gated to Gold; portfolio and watchlist exports remain free.
- Coverage spans 100+ exchanges worldwide, with clear labeling of real-time versus delayed data.
- Interactive full-screen charts with dozens of technical indicators and extended-hours toggles.
Feature-by-feature breakdown
Attribute | eToro | Yahoo Finance |
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Categories Which research workflows each platform targets | Shared: Portfolio, Watchlist, News, Alerts, Calendar, Dividends, Data Visualizations, Analyst Recommendations, Analyst Price Targets, Education Unique: Brokerage, Copy/Social Trading, Paper Trading, Advanced Order Types, IPO, Analyst Forecasts | Shared: Portfolio, Watchlist, News, Alerts, Calendar, Dividends, Data Visualizations, Analyst Recommendations, Analyst Price Targets, Education Unique: Screeners, Financials, ETF Overview, ETF Holdings, ETF Performance, Options, Splits |
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Stocks, ETFs, Options, Cryptos, Commodities, Currencies | Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, Options, Futures, Commodities, Currencies, Cryptos, Bonds |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web, Mobile | Web, Mobile |
Pricing High-level pricing models | Free | 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 | Standard listing |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do eToro and Yahoo Finance both support?
Both platforms cover Portfolio, Watchlist, News, Alerts, Calendar, Dividends, Data Visualizations, Analyst Recommendations, Analyst Price Targets, and Education workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Do eToro and Yahoo Finance require subscriptions?
Both eToro and Yahoo Finance keep freemium access with optional paid upgrades, so you can trial each platform before committing.
How can you access eToro and Yahoo Finance?
Both eToro and Yahoo Finance 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?
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 Yahoo Finance stands out for Free plan with optional Silver and Gold subscriptions that unlock advanced features and research., Historical price downloads in CSV format are gated to Gold; portfolio and watchlist exports remain free., and Coverage spans 100+ exchanges worldwide, with clear labeling of real-time versus delayed data..
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