I just reviewed several trading apps, and honestly, there are interesting options if you want to start with little money. It’s not like before when you thought you needed thousands to invest.

MyTrade surprised me quite a bit because of how simple it is. You can open a position in seconds without navigating through a thousand buttons. The best part is that the minimum deposit is only $20 USD, and they give you $50,000 in virtual money to practice risk-free. It has integrated TradingView charts, and you can trade stocks, forex, gold, oil, and cryptocurrencies all from a single trading app. For someone just starting out, it’s quite accessible.

Then there’s AvaTrade, which is more for experienced users. Founded in 2006, it offers MetaTrader 4 and 5, over 1,200 assets, and allows professional leverage. The minimum deposit is $100 USD, so it requires a bit more initial capital.

Plus500 is another trading app that stands out for having more than 2,800 different CFDs. It’s listed on the London Stock Exchange and has quite advanced technology. They recently entered the U.S. market with futures. They also require a $100 USD minimum.

XM is interesting if you’re proficient with MetaTrader. They offer up to 1:1000 leverage (the highest, but risky) and the minimum deposit is ridiculously low: only $5 USD. They have over 1,400 different instruments.

And eToro is notable for its copy trading feature. It’s ideal if you’re a beginner and want to learn by copying experienced traders. They have more than 3,000 assets and you can start with $50 USD. The interface is very intuitive.

The truth is, choosing a trading app depends on who you are. If you’re a beginner and want something simple, MyTrade is your option. If you already have experience and want high leverage, XM or AvaTrade. If you’re looking for a variety of assets, Plus500. And if you want to learn by copying others, eToro.

What’s important is that before investing real money, you practice with demo accounts. All of them offer that. And remember, all trading involves risk, so don’t invest more than you can afford to lose.