Articles by Seth

While the older brother AJBell strides with clear direction, Dodl seems a bit lost, wandering without a map. And let’s be real—no other broker in its league hits you with a 0.15% custody fee.

AJBell is a Tier 1 broker with a good reputation, long track record and competitive fees. Only the most advanced investments are beyond the scope of the platform for many UK based investors it will be a top choice.

Hargreaves Lansdown projects an image of a premium, dependable service where no corners have been cut. In cycling terms it’s pitching you Trek or Specialized – big brand, high production quality. HL has everything you need to conduct a wide range of basic to fairly complex investing activities, but you’ll need to be smart to manage costs carefully, since these can be high versus competitors.