This model weighs key factors like trading technology, range of offerings, mobile app usability, research amenities, educational content, portfolio analysis features, customer support, costs, account amenities, and overall trading experience according to their importance. We then combined this invaluable information with our subject matter expertise to develop the framework for a quantitative ratings model that is at the core of how we compiled our list of the best online broker and trading platform companies.
This year, we revamped the review process by conducting an extensive survey of customers that are actively looking to start trading and investing with an online broker. Investopedia is dedicated to providing investors with unbiased, comprehensive reviews and ratings of online brokers.