| Account transfer fee<\/td> | $150<\/td> | $0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>![\"Award](\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/finder-us\/wp-uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/07\/Award-Icon-2_Supplied_500x500.png\" "\\"Image:") Who\u2019s the winner?<\/h4>
It\u2019s a tie<\/strong>. While there are some differences in fees, there\u2019s no clear winner here.<\/p>Questrade vs BMO InvestorLine: Account types<\/h3>There\u2019s more to online investing than simply trading using a cash or margin account. Happily, both brokers support a wide range of account types, so you can choose from options that include:<\/p> - TFSA<\/li>
- FHSA<\/li>
- RRSP<\/li>
- RESP<\/li>
- RRIF<\/li>
- LIRA<\/li>
- LIF<\/li>
- Corporate accounts<\/li>
- Trust accounts<\/li><\/ul>
There are minimal differences here, but Questrade does support registered disability savings plans (RDSPs) while InvestorLine does not.<\/p> Who\u2019s the winner?<\/h4>Questrade. <\/strong>Both platforms offer a comprehensive selection of registered and non-registered account types, but Questrade\u2019s support for RDSPs gives it the edge.<\/p>Questrade vs BMO InvestorLine: Managed portfolios<\/h3>Some people like to have complete control over their investments, but others prefer a hands-off approach. If you fall into the second category, both Questrade and BMO have their own managed investment portfolios.<\/p> Questrade\u2019s Questwealth Portfolios provide diversified ETF portfolios based on your goals, timeline and the level of risk you\u2019re willing to take on. You can choose from Aggressive Growth, Growth, Balanced, Income or Conservative, or opt for a socially responsible portfolio instead. Management fees range from 0.20% \u2013 0.25% (plus underlying ETF management expense ratios), and you\u2019ll need to invest a minimum of $250 to get started.<\/p> Meanwhile, there are a couple of different managed investing options to choose from over at BMO. The first is SmartFolio, which mixes a robo-advisor service with professional portfolio management. After filling out a questionnaire, you\u2019ll be matched with one of five ETF portfolios\u2014Capital Preservation, Income, Balanced, Long Term Growth or Equity Growth\u2014which is then managed by BMO for fees of 0.4% \u2013 0.7% (plus ETF MER fees).<\/p> The second option is BMO InvestorLine adviceDirect, a hybrid offering that blends personalized investment advice with self-directed investing. This allows you to get trade recommendations and dedicated advisor support, but it\u2019s up to you to actually place the trades. Management fees start at $300 per year.<\/p> Who\u2019s the winner?<\/h4>BMO InvestorLine<\/strong> offers a wider range of managed investing options with SmartFolio and adviceDirect. However, Questrade\u2019s lower management fees make it a very appealing option.<\/p>Questrade vs BMO InvestorLine: USD accounts<\/h3>If you want to trade US-listed stocks and ETFs, the good news is that both Questrade and BMO InvestorLine support dual-currency accounts. This means you can hold both CAD and USD in registered and non-registered accounts, avoiding costly currency conversion fees every time you trade US assets.<\/p> Who\u2019s the winner?<\/h4>It\u2019s a tie. <\/strong>Both platforms allow you to hold USD in your accounts.<\/p>Questrade vs BMO InvestorLine: Margin accounts<\/h3>Margin accounts allow you to borrow funds from your broker to invest, using your existing portfolio as collateral. This increases your buying power and potential returns, but also magnifies potential losses.<\/p> Both platforms offer margin accounts, but interest rates vary depending on whether you\u2019re borrowing CAD or USD and the size of your debit balance:<\/p> | CAD<\/td> | 7.70% \u2013 8.70%<\/td> | 5.25% \u2013 6%<\/td><\/tr> | | USD<\/td> | 10.50% \u2013 11.50%<\/td> | 7.75% \u2013 8.75%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>Who\u2019s the winner?<\/h4>BMO InvestorLine. <\/strong>BMO InvestorLine offers significantly lower margin interest rates than Questrade.<\/p>Questrade vs BMO InvestorLine: Investor experience<\/h3>Both Questrade and BMO InvestorLine provide a straightforward and user-friendly experience for everyday traders. However, there are a few subtle differences between the two brokers.<\/p> If you want to trade on the go, Questrade offers two dedicated mobile apps: Questrade and Questrade Edge. BMO InvestorLine users can trade via the BMO Invest mobile app or by logging into their account using their web browser.<\/p> There are differences in customer support too. Questrade customer service is available by phone, email, live chat and in person at its North York, Ontario hub. InvestorLine customer support is available by phone and live chat.<\/p> Who\u2019s the winner?<\/h4>Questrade. <\/strong>Questrade edges out InvestorLine thanks to its multi-channel customer support and separate apps for beginner and advanced traders.<\/p>Questrade vs BMO InvestorLine: Research tools<\/h3>Questrade and BMO InvestorLine both provide an extensive range of research tools to help inform your investing decisions.<\/p> With Questrade, you can access Morningstar research reports, customize watchlists and view screeners. You can also analyze potential investments with TipRanks and stay on top of the latest financial news.<\/p> With BMO InvestorLine, you can view market commentary and analysis from Morningstar, TipRanks and BMO Capital Markets. BMO Market Pro provides customizable watchlists and interactive charts, while you can also use stock and ETF screeners and access technical insights from Trading Central.<\/p> Who\u2019s the winner?<\/h4>It\u2019s a tie. <\/strong>Both platforms offer plenty of tools and resources to help you conduct in-depth investment research.<\/p>Questrade vs BMO InvestorLine: Advanced trading platforms<\/h3>Experienced traders will be happy to hear that both brokers offer platforms with advanced tools and features to suit their needs.<\/p> Questrade Edge is available as a web and desktop platform, and there\u2019s also a dedicated mobile app. Edge gives you access to advanced order types, customizable charting and Level 2 market data, plus an option to trade in the pre- and post-market.<\/p> BMO Active Trader is a web-based platform with specialized tools for active and advanced traders. It offers customized trading layouts, advanced order types and shortcuts, pre- and post-market trading, and access to Level 2 data. However, there\u2019s no desktop platform available.<\/p> Who\u2019s the winner?<\/h4>Questrade. <\/strong>Questrade Edge provides access to advanced trading capabilities on desktop, web and mobile, while BMO Active Trader is web-only.<\/p>Questrade vs BMO InvestorLine: Canadian regulatory bodies<\/h3>Questrade and BMO InvestorLine are regulated by the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO). This organization oversees Canadian investment dealers to ensure they comply with industry regulations and standards.<\/p> Both platforms are also members of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund (CIPF). This fund provides coverage of up to $1 million for eligible assets if a member firm becomes insolvent.<\/p> Who\u2019s the winner?<\/h4>It\u2019s a tie. <\/strong>Both brokers are CIRO-regulated and provide CIPF protection.<\/p>Questrade vs BMO InvestorLine: Security features<\/h3>Questrade and BMO InvestorLine employ a range of security measures to keep your account safe, including data encryption, biometric login, and 2-factor authentication.<\/p> Questrade\u2019s Online Security Guarantee provides a 100% reimbursement for any unauthorized transactions in your account. BMO\u2019s 100% Electronic Access Guarantee offers the same level of protection for InvestorLine users, giving you peace of mind that your funds and data are safe.<\/p> Who\u2019s the winner?<\/h4>It\u2019s a tie. <\/strong>Both platforms offer robust security measures and 100% guarantees to protect against unauthorized transactions.<\/p>Questrade vs BMO InvestorLine: Market data<\/h3>Both brokers provide free real-time Level 1 market data to users. This means you can view real-time bid and ask prices to help you decide when to enter and exit trades.<\/p> Level 2 data, which gives you deeper insights into market liquidity and the order book, is also available from both platforms for an additional fee.<\/p> Who\u2019s the winner?<\/h4>It\u2019s a tie. <\/strong>Both platforms offer free Level 1 data and provide Level 2 data for a fee.<\/p>How do the mobile apps for Questrade vs BMO InvestorLine compare?<\/h3>A user-friendly mobile app is essential for any broker that wants to lay claim to the title of Canada\u2019s best stock trading platform.<\/p> The Questrade app (formerly known as Questmobile) certainly ticks this box, offering a clean and modern user interface. It\u2019s easy to place trades, check on your portfolio and monitor the market on your device, so it\u2019s no surprise that the Questrade app has generally received positive reviews.<\/p> Experienced traders will also appreciate the fast and smooth user experience of the Questrade Edge mobile app. Edge provides access to tools like advanced order types, options chains, full-screen advanced charts and customizable watchlists.<\/p> Meanwhile, existing BMO customers will feel right at home in the BMO Invest app. Its user interface is perhaps not quite as polished as Questrade\u2019s, but there\u2019s absolutely nothing wrong with what it has to offer. It\u2019s quick and easy to check your holdings across your investment accounts, review watchlists and place trades.<\/p> Check the table below for a snapshot of how users rate each broker\u2019s app.<\/p> | Apple App Store rating<\/td> | \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n 4.7<\/strong> \u2013\n \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>
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