★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★
VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
Tool comparison edition
Tool Comparison
Revolut (Invest) vs Robinhood
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Revolut (Invest)
Free • Paid plans available · Mobile · Web
- You care about watchlist, alerts, and news, things Robinhood doesn't offer
Pick Robinhood instead if
Robinhood
Free • From $50/yr · Mobile · Web
- You care about options, something Revolut (Invest) doesn't offer
- You've outgrown the basics and want pro-level depth
Skip both if: Neither one clicks with how you research; there are strong third options.
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Our take
The bottom line
Revolut (Invest) and Robinhood cover a lot of the same ground (3 shared categories, brokerage, portfolio, and wealth management), so for the basics you won't go far wrong with either. Revolut (Invest) simply does more: 9 categories to Robinhood's 4, including watchlist, alerts, and news. Robinhood counters by keeping things simpler.
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Key differences at a glance
- Global coverage
- Revolut (Invest)
- Broader coverage
- Revolut (Invest)9 vs 4 categories
- Free plan
- Both
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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 | Free • Paid plans available | Free • From $50/yr |
Free tier | Yes | Yes |
Free trial | 30 days | 30 days |
Plan limits | 6 limits: Standard: commission free orders: 0, Plus: commission free orders: 0 +4 more | 5 limits: Standard (Self-directed brokerage): index options contract fee: $0.50 per contract (non-Gold), Robinhood Gold (Monthly): interest free margin borrowing: $1,000 +3 more |
| Platforms & access | ||
Web app | Yes | Yes |
Mobile app | Yes | Yes |
API access | No | No |
Broker sync | No | — |
Integrations | — | EDX Markets and Bitstamp USA |
| Audience & fit | ||
Experience level | Beginner, Intermediate | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Best for | — | Retail Traders and Pro Retail |
Categories covered | 9 | 4 |
Regions | Europe, North America, APAC | North America |
| Data & capabilities | ||
Data partners | — | EDX Markets, Inc. and Bitstamp USA, Inc. |
Capabilities | — | AI summaries: News |
Security | Status page | Status page |
| Try it | Visit Revolut (Invest) | Visit Robinhood |
Where each one shines
What Revolut (Invest) and Robinhood each do best.ShowHide
Where each one shines
What Revolut (Invest) and Robinhood each do best.What Revolut (Invest) does best
- Buy and sell stocks, ETFs/ETPs, bonds, crypto, and precious metals where Revolut offers those products in your country.
- Invest from small minimums and manage investing from the same mobile app used for banking, cards, transfers, and broader money workflows.
- Use in-app watchlists, price alerts, market news, and basic portfolio views for simple monitoring.
- Use plan-based commission-free order allowances where available, then pay execution commissions after the allowance is used.
- Use selected ETP investment-plan buys commission-free where Revolut supports that separate investment-plan treatment.
What Robinhood does best
- Trade U.S. listed and OTC securities, including ETFs and closed-end funds, with $0 self-directed commissions where regulatory and other pass-through fees may still apply.
- Trade listed options after approval, with index options contract fees discounted for Robinhood Gold users in the local profile.
- Use Robinhood Gold for benefits such as Morningstar Equity Research, higher Instant deposits, preferred IRA match rate, first $1,000 of margin borrowing interest-free, and discounted derivatives fees.
- Evaluate the brokerage High-Yield Cash Program, Gold Card access, and mortgage offers as Gold-linked perks that depend on eligibility and current terms.
- Trade crypto through Robinhood Crypto, with costs depending on routing model, Smart Exchange Routing fees, network fees, and staking commissions where applicable.
Every detail we compared
Every tracked attribute for Revolut (Invest) and Robinhood, side by side.ShowHide
Every detail we compared
Every tracked attribute for Revolut (Invest) and Robinhood, side by side.| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Coverage & fit | ||
Asset types | StocksETFsBondsCommoditiesCryptos | StocksETFsClosed-End FundsOptionsFuturesCryptos |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediate | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced |
Target audience | Not specified | Retail TradersPro Retail |
Regions | EuropeNorth AmericaAPAC | North America |
Coverage details | Identifiers: Ticker | Identifiers: Ticker |
| Data | ||
Data partners | Not specified | EDX Markets, Inc.Bitstamp USA, Inc. |
| Access & integrations | ||
Integrations | Not specified | EDX MarketsBitstamp USA |
Export formats | PDF | Not specified |
| Plans & trust | ||
Security & compliance | Status page | Status page |
Capability signals | Not specified | AI summaries: News |
Vendor & support | Revolut LtdCountry: United KingdomSupport: Chat and Phone | Robinhood Markets, Inc.Country: United States |
Curation ratings | Methodology 3/5Reliability 4/5UX 4/5 | Not specified |
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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”commission free orders: 0 | Free“Standard (Self-directed brokerage)”index options contract fee: $0.50 per contract (non-Gold) |
| Entry paid plan | Subscription“Plus”commission free orders: 0 | $50/yr≈ $4.17/mo“Robinhood Gold (Annual)”interest free margin borrowing: $1,000 · index options contract fee: $0.35 per contract (Gold) |
| Tier 2 | Subscription“Premium”commission free orders: 5 | $5/mo“Robinhood Gold (Monthly)”interest free margin borrowing: $1,000 · index options contract fee: $0.35 per contract (Gold) |
| Tier 3 | Subscription“Metal”commission free orders: 10 | — |
| Tier 4 | Subscription“Ultra”commission free orders: 10 · trading pro: Included where available | — |
| Top plan | €15/mo“Trading Pro (Eurozone EEA)” | — |
| Free trial | 30 days | 30 days |
Questions we keep getting
What's the difference between Revolut (Invest) and Robinhood?
Revolut (Invest) leans toward brokerage, portfolio, and watchlist, while Robinhood puts more weight on brokerage, portfolio, and options. They overlap in 3 categories, so for most people it comes down to workflow preference and price.
How much do Revolut (Invest) and Robinhood cost?
Good news: both Revolut (Invest) and Robinhood have free plans, so you can run them side by side and only pay if you hit a wall.
Which is better for beginners: Revolut (Invest) or Robinhood?
Honestly, neither is aimed at beginners. Expect a learning curve either way; that's the trade-off for the depth they offer.
Should I choose Revolut (Invest) or Robinhood?
It depends on what you're after. Pick Revolut (Invest) if watchlist and alerts matter to you; go with Robinhood if you'd rather have options. And if you only need the basics both share, let price decide.
What asset classes do Revolut (Invest) and Robinhood cover?
Both cover stocks, ETFs, and cryptos. Revolut (Invest) also handles bonds and commodities. Robinhood adds closed-end funds, options, and futures on top.
Which covers international markets: Revolut (Invest) or Robinhood?
Revolut (Invest) has documented international coverage (Europe, North America, and APAC), so it's the safer bet if you hold non-US stocks. Robinhood is more region-specific, mainly North America.
Can I track my portfolio with Revolut (Invest) or Robinhood?
Yes, both do portfolio tracking: holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.
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