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About Wealthsimple

Wealthsimple is Canada's leading fintech for commission-free investing, robo-advisor portfolios, and digital banking. It's known for its beginner-friendly app, $0 commissions, fractional shares, and seamless integration of investing, saving, and tax tools. Regulated by CIRO, with CIPF insurance up to $1M.

About Moomoo

Moomoo is a global trading platform known for its advanced charting, low fees, and access to US, HK, and other global markets. It offers commission-free trading on US stocks, advanced analytics, and is popular with active traders. Regulated in multiple jurisdictions.

Feature Comparison

Feature Wealthsimple Moomoo
Commissions$0 on stocks/ETFs$0 on US stocks/ETFs
Options Fees$0.75–$2 USD/contract$0.65 USD/contract
FX Fees1.5% (waived with USD account)~0.3% (varies by market)
Account TypesPersonal, TFSA, RRSP, RESP, USD, moreMargin, cash, US/Global
PlatformsMobile, WebMobile, Web, Desktop
Fractional SharesYes (500+ stocks/ETFs)No
Research ToolsBasic charts, watchlistsAdvanced charts, screeners, analytics
Minimum Deposit$0$0
SafetyCIRO regulated, CIPF up to $1MRegulated in US, HK, Singapore
SupportChat, email, phone (priority for Premium)Chat, email, phone
Unique FeaturesRobo-advisor, Cash account, Tax, Fractional sharesAdvanced analytics, global markets, paper trading
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Pros & Cons

Wealthsimple Pros

  • $0 commissions, no minimums
  • Fractional shares
  • Beginner-friendly app
  • Unified ecosystem (robo, cash, tax)
  • Great for new investors

Wealthsimple Cons

  • Limited advanced trading tools
  • 15-min delayed quotes (free tier)
  • No direct USD RRSP/TFSA (as of 2025)

Moomoo Pros

  • $0 commissions on US stocks
  • Advanced charting & analytics
  • Access to global markets
  • Paper trading
  • Good for active traders

Moomoo Cons

  • No Canadian-registered accounts
  • No fractional shares
  • Platform can be complex for beginners

Who Should Choose Which?

Choose Wealthsimple if…

  • You want a simple, mobile-first experience, $0 commissions, fractional shares, and easy access to robo-advisor and cash accounts.
  • Great for beginners and hands-off investors.

Choose Moomoo if…

  • You want advanced analytics, global markets, and are comfortable with a more complex platform. Best for active traders and those trading US/HK stocks.
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