★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★
VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
Tool details checked July 17, 2026
Tool Comparison
Selfwealth vs SMARTBROKER+
Pick Selfwealth if
Selfwealth
Transaction-priced · Fees vary by offer and jurisdiction · Web · Mobile
Pick SMARTBROKER+ if
SMARTBROKER+
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
Selfwealth and SMARTBROKER+ cover a lot of the same ground (4 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
- Asset coverage
- SMARTBROKER+Adds mutual funds and bonds
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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 | 4 | 4 |
Regions | APAC, North America | Europe |
| Try it | Visit Selfwealth | Visit SMARTBROKER+ |
Where each one shines
What Selfwealth and SMARTBROKER+ each do best.ShowHide
Where each one shines
What Selfwealth and SMARTBROKER+ each do best.What Selfwealth does best
- CHESS-sponsored ASX stocks and ETFs through FNZ Securities.
- U.S. stocks and ETFs plus Hong Kong shares through Phillip Capital.
- Flat A$9.50 ASX, US$9.50 U.S. and HK$88 Hong Kong brokerage.
- Individual, joint, minor, company, SMSF and trust accounts.
- Optional Premium research, live streaming and advanced charting.
What SMARTBROKER+ does best
- Stocks, ETFs, ETCs, funds, bonds and exchange-traded derivatives across German and international venues.
- Conditional €0 gettex execution from €500 and €1 execution below that threshold.
- Fee-free eligible stock, ETF, ETC, fund and crypto-ETP savings-plan execution from €1.
- Free securities custody, settlement account and optional foreign-currency accounts.
- Web and mobile access with watchlists, price alerts and portfolio views.
Every detail we compared
Every tracked attribute for Selfwealth and SMARTBROKER+, side by side.ShowHide
Every detail we compared
Every tracked attribute for Selfwealth and SMARTBROKER+, side by side.| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Coverage & fit | ||
Asset types | StocksETFs | StocksETFsMutual FundsBonds |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced |
Regions | APACNorth America | Europe |
Coverage details | Countries: AUIdentifiers: Ticker | 9 countriesIdentifiers: Ticker and ISIN |
| Access & integrations | ||
Export formats | PDF | CSVPDF |
| Plans & trust | ||
Vendor & support | Selfwealth Pty LtdCountry: AustraliaSupport: Chat, Phone, and Email | Smartbroker AGCountry: GermanySupport: Phone and Email |
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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 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Entry paid plan | $0 per unit“Standard transaction-priced brokerage” | — |
| Tier 2 | AUD 29/mo“Selfwealth Premium monthly” | — |
| Top plan | AUD 240/yr“Selfwealth Premium annual” | — |
Questions we keep getting
What's the difference between Selfwealth and SMARTBROKER+?
Selfwealth leans toward brokerage, portfolio, and watchlist, while SMARTBROKER+ puts more weight on brokerage, portfolio, and watchlist. They overlap in 4 categories, so for most people it comes down to workflow preference and price.
How much do Selfwealth and SMARTBROKER+ 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 Selfwealth and SMARTBROKER+ cover?
Both cover stocks and ETFs. SMARTBROKER+ adds mutual funds and bonds on top.
Can I export data from Selfwealth and SMARTBROKER+?
SMARTBROKER+ exports to CSV. Selfwealth is stingier about getting data out.
Can I track my portfolio with Selfwealth or SMARTBROKER+?
Yes, both do portfolio tracking: holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.
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