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Ally Invest

Low-cost trading with seamless banking integration

FreeFree stock/ETF trading4.7App Store · 100K reviews4.6Google PlayVerified May 2026
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How it works

Ally Invest is the brokerage arm of Ally Financial, offering self-directed trading and managed robo-portfolios. You can trade stocks, ETFs, options, bonds, and over 17,000 mutual funds with no commissions, while the managed portfolio option includes a unique cash-enhanced tier with zero advisory fee. The platform integrates seamlessly with Ally Bank accounts for instant transfers and a unified financial dashboard.

Is it right for you?

Consider if you

  • You're an existing Ally Bank customer wanting everything in one place
  • You want commission-free stock and ETF trading with affordable options
  • You're interested in a robo-advisor with a free cash-enhanced tier

Skip if you

  • Active day traders needing advanced platforms and research tools
  • Investors who want fractional shares or cryptocurrency trading

Your money and data

Ally Invest is an SEC-registered broker-dealer and FINRA/SIPC member. Your invested assets are SIPC-protected up to $500,000. Cash swept to FDIC-insured program banks through Apex Clearing is eligible for additional FDIC coverage. Apex Clearing provides excess SIPC insurance through Lloyd's of London with a $150 million aggregate limit.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Commission-free stocks, ETFs, and 17,000+ no-transaction-fee mutual funds
  • Seamless Ally Bank integration with instant transfers and unified dashboard
  • 24/7 customer support via phone, chat, and email

Cons

  • No fractional shares beyond dividend reinvestment
  • No cryptocurrency or futures trading
  • Limited research tools — only Morningstar and TipRanks

Pricing details

$0 stock/ETF trades · $0.50/options contract · Robo-advisor 0% to 0.30% annual fee · No account minimum

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