I've been trying out different trading apps for a while and honestly, the obsession that you need a lot of money to start is just a myth. I saw people depositing $20 into MiTrade and trading like it's nothing. What surprises me is that each trading app has its very clear niche.

MiTrade seemed brutally simple to me, like made for someone who opens the app and wants to trade in 10 seconds without searching for buttons everywhere. It has integrated TradingView charts, tight spreads, and lets you start with $20. It's the most accessible trading app I've seen for beginners, no doubt.

Then there's AvaTrade, which is more for people who already know what they're doing. Founded in 2006, it has over 1200 assets, supports MT4 and MT5, and if you want professional leverage, it's available. But the minimum deposit is $100 and it charges an inactivity fee. It's not for just trying out.

Plus500 is the option if you're into futures trading and want extreme variety, with over 2800 CFDs. It’s listed on the London Stock Exchange, so people see it as serious. But it also requires a minimum of $100.

XM is interesting because the minimum deposit is ridiculously low, only $5. The leverage is aggressive, up to 1000x, but that's for traders who already understand the risk. Many accounts have no commissions, only spreads.

And eToro, which is the ultimate social trading app. You automatically copy other traders' operations, with a minimum deposit of $50, and it works well if you're a beginner wanting to learn by watching what the experts do.

The reality is that none is better than the others; it all depends on what you're looking for. Want simplicity and low capital? MiTrade. Experienced with advanced tools? AvaTrade or XM. Want to learn by copying? eToro. Futures and variety? Plus500.

What I do tell you: before putting real money into any trading app, try the demo accounts. They all offer them. And remember, all of this involves risk, it's not a game. The key is to inform yourself well, practice, and not be impulsive.