Looking for a good stock trading app but getting overwhelmed by all the options? I had the same problem last month. New stock trading apps seemed to pop up almost every day, claiming low commissions and lots of features. But when I looked more closely, I found that not every app is right for everyone.

Beginners who are just getting started need an app that’s easy to use, with clearly stated fees—so you can buy in small amounts without needing a large lump sum. People who trade every day want extremely low commissions, or even a subscription-style flat monthly fee. Long-term investors need fair fees that won’t keep eating into your profits.

I’ve put together a quick guide: Mitrade is good for those who want 0% commission and access to multiple markets. Dime! is a good fit for beginners who want to start with a small amount of money. InnovestX is a complete option if you want markets across multiple countries. Liberator is ideal if you trade very frequently and find the usual commissions too costly. Webull is great if you like technical analysis, and Streaming is best if you mainly focus on Thai stocks.

The key thing you should know before choosing a stock trading app is to understand yourself first. Who are you in the market? What do you need? Then choose accordingly—not based on friends’ recommendations or by chasing what’s trending. In my opinion, personal judgment is the most important part of this.