★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★
VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
Tool details checked July 17, 2026
Tool Comparison
Public.com vs SBI Securities
Pick Public.com if
Public.com
Transaction-priced · Fees vary by offer and jurisdiction · Web · Mobile
Pick SBI Securities if
SBI Securities
Transaction-priced · Fees vary by offer and jurisdiction · Web · Mobile
Skip both if: These two cover the same ground; it really comes down to price and which interface you enjoy using.
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Our take
The bottom line
Public.com and SBI Securities cover a lot of the same ground (5 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.
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Key differences at a glance
- Global coverage
- SBI Securities
- Asset coverage
- SBI SecuritiesAdds mutual funds and futures
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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 | Yes | Yes |
Mobile app | Yes | Yes |
API access | No | No |
| Audience & fit | ||
Experience level | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Best for | — | — |
Categories covered | 5 | 5 |
Regions | North America | APAC |
| Try it | Visit Public.com | Visit SBI Securities |
Where each one shines
What Public.com and SBI Securities each do best.ShowHide
Where each one shines
What Public.com and SBI Securities each do best.What Public.com does best
- Regular-hours U.S.-listed stock and ETF trades with $0 stated commission.
- Listed stock and ETF options with no base commission or standard contract fee.
- Eligible stock and ETF fractions from $5, with security and transfer limitations.
- Cash or margin brokerage plus Traditional and Roth IRA registrations.
- Recurring Investment Plans spanning up to 20 stock and ETF symbols per purchase.
What SBI Securities does best
- Conditional ¥0 domestic cash-equity, margin and S-share brokerage.
- U.S. stocks and ETFs at 0.495%, capped at $22 per trade.
- S-share eligible Japanese odd lots from one whole share.
- Mutual funds, bonds, NISA and derivative products in the broader account.
- Free eligible instant deposits and standard withdrawals.
Every detail we compared
Every tracked attribute for Public.com and SBI Securities, side by side.ShowHide
Every detail we compared
Every tracked attribute for Public.com and SBI Securities, side by side.| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Coverage & fit | ||
Asset types | StocksETFsOptionsBonds | StocksETFsMutual FundsBondsOptionsFutures |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced |
Regions | North America | APAC |
Coverage details | Identifiers: Ticker and CUSIP | Countries: JPExchanges: XTKS, XNAS, and XNYSIdentifiers: Ticker and ISIN |
| Access & integrations | ||
Export formats | CSVPDF | CSVPDF |
| Plans & trust | ||
Vendor & support | Open to the Public Investing, Inc.Country: United StatesSupport: Chat and Email | SBI SECURITIES Co., Ltd.Country: JapanSupport: Phone and Chat |
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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“Standard” | — |
| Entry paid plan | $10/mo“Public Premium” | — |
Questions we keep getting
What's the difference between Public.com and SBI Securities?
Public.com leans toward brokerage, portfolio, and watchlist, while SBI Securities puts more weight on brokerage, portfolio, and watchlist. They overlap in 5 categories, so for most people it comes down to workflow preference and price.
How much do Public.com and SBI Securities 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.
What asset classes do Public.com and SBI Securities cover?
Both cover stocks, ETFs, options, and bonds. SBI Securities adds mutual funds and futures on top.
Which covers international markets: Public.com or SBI Securities?
SBI Securities has documented international coverage (APAC), so it's the safer bet if you hold non-US stocks. Public.com is more region-specific, mainly North America.
Can I export data from Public.com and SBI Securities?
Yes, both export to spreadsheets (CSV), which is handy if you like running your own numbers.
Can I track my portfolio with Public.com or SBI Securities?
Yes, both do portfolio tracking: holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.
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