Peaks€1 or €2 per month + 0.5% p.a. fund costs
- Published fee
- €1 or €2 per month + 0.5% p.a. fund costs
- Minimum deposit
- 1 €
Broker comparison
Peaks vs.
Stash
Which broker fits your needs?
Platforms, products and fees side by side.
Updated: October 2026
See comparisonPeaks
StashVS
Summary
Your goal decides.
Peaks has a higher rating of 3.8/5 compared to Stash (3.7/5). Stash offers 4 instrument types, while Peaks offers 2. The minimum deposit is lower at Stash with 0 $. Stash has been in the market since 2015, making it the more experienced provider.
PeaksMicro-investing app with automated savings and ETF portfolios
StashUS finance app with guided investing, banking and retirement planning
At a glance
The key differences
| Criterion | Peaks | Stash |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Peaks App | Stash App |
| Product types | ETFs, ETF-Portfolios | US Stocks, ETFs, Fractional Shares, Bonds |
| Options trading | No | No |
| Fee model | €1 or €2 per month + 0.5% p.a. fund costs | $3/month (Stash Growth), $9/month (Stash+) |
| Minimum deposit | 1 € | 0 $ |
| Regulation | AFM | SEC/FINRA |
| More information | Details | Details |
Platforms
Peaks
Peaks App
Stash
Stash App
Product types
Peaks
ETFs, ETF-Portfolios
Stash
US Stocks, ETFs, Fractional Shares, Bonds
Options trading
Peaks
No
Stash
No
Fee model
Peaks
€1 or €2 per month + 0.5% p.a. fund costs
Stash
$3/month (Stash Growth), $9/month (Stash+)
Minimum deposit
Peaks
1 €
Stash
0 $
Regulation
Peaks
AFM
Stash
SEC/FINRA
Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.
Detailed comparison
Comparing fees
Compare total costs, not just the order fee.
PeaksStash$3/month (Stash Growth), $9/month (Stash+)
- Published fee
- $3/month (Stash Growth), $9/month (Stash+)
- Minimum deposit
- 0 $
The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.
Execution quality
Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.
PeaksCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationStashCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationProduct range
PeaksETFsETF-Portfolios
StashUS StocksETFsFractional SharesBonds
Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.
Trading platforms
PeaksPeaks App
Peaks exclusively offers the Peaks App. The app enables automatic investing through rounding up card payments, one-time contributions, and recurring deposits. The interface shows portfolio performance, transaction history, and rounding-up overview. There is no web platform.
Explore platformStashStash App
Stash exclusively offers the Stash App. The app combines guided investing with personalized recommendations, banking with debit card, Stock-Back program, retirement planning, and fractional shares. The interface is intentionally kept simple for beginners.
Explore platformRegulation does not prevent market losses. The relevant authority depends on the contracting entity.
Your investor profile
Who might it suit?
PeaksMicro-investing app with automated savings and ETF portfolios
- Automatic investing through rounding up card payments
- AFM-regulated in the Netherlands
- Ideal for beginners and micro-investing
- Flat monthly fee disadvantageous for small amounts
- No individual stock selection possible
StashUS finance app with guided investing, banking and retirement planning
- Guided investing with personalized recommendations
- Stock-Back program: earn stocks instead of cashback
- Fractional shares investing from $1
- Monthly fees expensive for smaller accounts
- No professional analysis tools
Find the broker that fits
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Your questions
Frequently asked questions
How do fees differ between Peaks and Stash?
Peaks: €1 or €2 per month + 0.5% p.a. fund costs. Stash: $3/month (Stash Growth), $9/month (Stash+). Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Peaks or Stash?
Peaks offers ETFs, ETF-Portfolios. Stash offers US Stocks, ETFs, Fractional Shares, Bonds.
How are Peaks and Stash regulated?
The broker profiles list AFM for Peaks and SEC/FINRA for Stash. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Peaks or Stash better for beginners?
Peaks lists a 1 € minimum deposit and offers Peaks App. Stash lists 0 $ and offers Stash App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Peaks vs Stash: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Peaks (3.8/5, 620 reviews) and Stash (3.7/5, 1100 reviews) depends on your needs. Peaks: Micro-investing app with automated savings and ETF portfolios. Stash: US finance app with guided investing, banking and retirement planning.
Your next step
Your next step
PeaksMicro-investing app with automated savings and ETF portfolios
Open accountRead reviewStashUS finance app with guided investing, banking and retirement planning
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