# Stake – Stocks \| ETFs \| SMSF — Unleash the investor within

> Invest in US and Australian stocks, ETFs, and manage SMSF. (iPhone/iPad app by Stake.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stake-stocks-etfs-smsf/id1399461540 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Stake](https://appshunter.io/developer/1399461539)
- Category: Finance, Business
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 67 App Store ratings · 359 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 269 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-09-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stake-stocks-etfs-smsf/id1399461540/reviews.md

## What is Stake?

Stake is a Sydney-based investing platform that breaks barriers between ambition and financial progress. Join 750K+ customers and get seamless access to ASX & Wall St stocks, an income fund, SMSF admin and more.

EFFORTLESS U.S. INVESTING

+ Access 9,500+ Wall St stocks and ETFs

+ Invest from as little as US$10 with fractional shares

+ Extended Hours brings you pre-market and after hours trading

ASX WITH CONFIDENCE

+ Invest in 2,500+ Aussie stocks, ETFs, exchange-traded bonds and more

+ Enjoy the security of CHESS sponsorship – your HIN, your shares

+ A$3 brokerage on all trades up to A$30K

SIMPLE TRADING EXPERIENCE

+ $3 brokerage on all trades up to $30K (figures in USD for Stake Wall St)

+ Jump between markets with a single tap

+ Fund instantly with convenient methods including Apple Pay and Google Pay

+ Performance chart to track your overall returns

+ Paperless onboarding and uncomplicated tax reporting

STAKE ACCUMULATE

+ An income fund with a target return 2% p.a. above the RBA cash rate

+ Ability to reinvest earnings with the aim of compounding over time

+ Move your money in and out with no exit fees

+ Features that aim to make up for shortfalls if the target return isn’t met

+ Read the Product Disclosure Statement for details

STAKE SUPER

+ Take control of your super investments with Australia’s most hassle-free SMSF admin

+ SMSF setup, administration, accounting, audits and more from only $990/year

+ Seamless integration with Stake’s award-winning investing platform

+ Invest your own super in shares, property, and more

+ Refer a friend and split a $400 reward when they successfully join Stake Super

SECURITY FOCUS

+ Stake and its partners are regulated in Australia, New Zealand and the U.S.

+ Two-factor authentication to help protect your account

+ Direct ownership of your ASX stocks via CHESS

+ Your U.S. shares are protected for up to US$500K under SIPC

+ Adherence to a strict privacy policy and commitment to data security

STAKE REWARDS

+ Free U.S. stock and/or A$10 when you open and fund your account

+ Refer friends to receive brokerage discounts and free stock

+ Bring A$1,000+ of ASX shares and get a year of $0 brokerage on Stake AUS

+ Transfer US$500 worth of U.S. stock to Stake Wall St and get a full $DBX share

ADVANCED FEATURES WITH STAKE BLACK

+ View Analyst Ratings and Price Targets with Stake Black Wall St

+ Access Full Financials on U.S. stocks

+ Trade Wall St on unsettled funds with Instant Buying Power

+ See Market Depth and Course of Sales with Stake Black AUS

+ Memberships starting at A$12/month

 

***What the experts say:

“Stake is a game changer.” — Motley Fool

“Stake changed the investment scene.” — Canstar

***Over 12,000 5-star reviews:

“The best place to invest in ASX and U.S. shares” — Mitchell R

“Super simple, easiest set up, HIN and US tax forms all taken care of.” — Joe W

“Stake’s platform is uncomplicated, so easy to navigate across markets and listings.”  — Bruce S

 

LEGAL
At Stake, we’re focused on giving you a better investing experience, but we don’t take into account your personal objectives, circumstances or financial needs. When you invest, your capital is at risk. The value of investments can go down as well as up and you may receive back less than your original investment. All references and images are for demonstrative purposes only and is not a recommendation to invest in the securities listed. We recommend that you do your own research before making any investment decision. It may be appropriate to speak with a licensed financial adviser or seek appropriate taxation and legal advice. No representation or warranty is made as to the timeliness, reliability, accuracy or completeness of the material and Stake does not accept any responsibility arising from errors in, or omissions from, the data.

Our full terms and conditions, privacy policy and disclaimers can be accessed on our website: https://hellostake.com/legal/terms-conditions

## Key features

- Access 9,500+ Wall St stocks and ETFs
- Invest in 2,500+ Aussie stocks, ETFs
- Fractional shares from US$10
- CHESS sponsorship for ASX shares
- Income fund with target return
- SMSF administration services
- Paperless onboarding and tax reporting

## What do users think of Stake?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- ⭐ Best broker fee
- 🛒 Easy and efficient trading
- 🤖 Great for beginners
- 🔍 Comprehensive stock selection
- 🏆 Positive user experience

**Cons**

- 🚧 Unreliable platform performance
- 🕰️ Slow deposit and withdrawal times
- 🤖 Limited features compared to competitors
- 🤑 High fees and exchange rates
- 🤔 Unclear policies and poor customer support

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Issues with login and account verification
- Inconsistent order execution and pricing
- Discrepancies between app and actual market data
- Problems with deposit and withdrawal processing

**Most requested features**

- Add stop-loss and take-profit order types
- Improve portfolio tracking and analytics
- Introduce dark mode and customization options
- Enhance news and research capabilities
- Allow joint/shared account ownership

## Recent user reviews (10 of 359)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stake-stocks-etfs-smsf/id1399461540/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Making Wealth Creation accessible & affordable

*2026-08-10, version 8.4.1*

App is easy to navigate. Brokerage is very favorable. Making Wealth Creation accessible to everyone.

### 5/5 — Big Fan

*2026-08-06, version 8.4.1*

Effortless access to exactly where I want to invest

### 1/5 — Lacking actual customer service and withdrawals are slow

*2026-07-30, version 8.3.1*

Added a transfer on the 29th July, 2-3 days is not the 5th August. 
They delay the payment cause I’m withdrawing everything out of the accounts, wanting to make sure the account is correct even though they transferred 40k into that account without question 3 weeks earlier but an extra 200k they want to take 5 days to transfer.  They make 1200 out of that transfer so why are they playing the market.   Go to Moomoo better app and customer service and costs.  They don’t even address the issues you raise with them. But there’s an auto at there signature saying if you have any questions let us know.  Yes do better.  
Don’t waste your time here if you want to get money out quickly.

### 2/5 — You get what you pay for

*2026-07-28, version 8.3.1*

2.5 / 5 - Cheap, works most of the time. Have used stake for asx and us stocks for a few years. I will leave as soon as someone else offers a lower brokerage price or a better service at the same price.

### 1/5 — Unable to Set Sell Price

*2026-07-27, version 8.3.1*

Very disappointed. My sell order cancelled itself even though my shares were not expired or close to expiring. The app also wouldn’t let me reset the sell price. Please fix this issue.

### 5/5 — Sooo gooood

*2026-07-27, version 8.3.1*

I'm having a wonderful time

### 3/5 — To my son

*2026-07-20, version 8.3.0*

Transfer 1000$ to wapact

### 1/5 — We’re goood

*2026-07-15, version 8.2.3*

Can’t to entrance , -100 usdt lost without gaming

### 1/5 — Be aware, worst app experience and dodgy customer support

*2026-07-13, version 8.2.3*

It is been over a month, app is glitchy, Aster works in Head Office support is dodgy, give misleading information, already more than a month and could not verify my account, no one help, reply to emails on time and guide me properly. Shame on you guys for wasting my time.

### 1/5 — Beyond terrible withdrawal process

*2026-07-03, version 8.2.1*

Me leaving a 1 star review doesn’t come lightly. Every other app you can withdraw within a couple of days. With Stake… good luck. (This is from the stake wallet).

## Frequently asked questions about Stake

### What can I invest in with this app?

You can invest in over 9,500 Wall Street stocks and ETFs, including over-the-counter securities, and over 2,500 Australian stocks, ETFs, and exchange-traded bonds. The app also offers an income fund and allows investment within Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSFs).

### What are the brokerage fees?

Brokerage fees are US$3 on trades up to US$30K for US markets and A$3 on trades up to A$30K for ASX trades. Certain promotions, like bringing over ASX shares, can result in $0 brokerage on Stake AUS.

### How can I fund my account?

You can fund your account using convenient methods including Apple Pay and Google Pay. The platform also facilitates smooth currency transfers between markets.

### What is Stake Super?

Stake Super provides hassle-free SMSF administration services, including setup, accounting, and audits, starting from $990/year. It seamlessly integrates with the investing platform, allowing you to invest your super in various assets like shares and property.

### What are the advanced features with Stake Black?

Stake Black offers advanced features such as analyst ratings and price targets for US stocks, access to full financial data, trading on unsettled funds with Instant Buying Power, and market depth views for AUS stocks. Memberships start at A$12/month.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 8.5.0 — 2026-08-20

+ Privacy mode. Tap your total to switch it on and off. Privacy mode hides key figures like your buying power and holdings.
+ Various visual polish and under-the-hood improvements and bug fixes

### 8.4.2 — 2026-08-11

+ Sometimes you’d rather keep your balance to yourself. Tap to hide your dollar figures across the app, tap again to show them
+ Various visual polish and under-the-hood improvements and bug fixes

### 8.4.1 — 2026-08-04

+ Sometimes you’d rather keep your balance to yourself. Tap to hide your dollar figures across the app, tap again to show them
+ Various visual polish and under-the-hood improvements and bug fixes

### 8.3.1 — 2026-07-23

+ Sometimes you’d rather keep your balance to yourself. Tap to hide your dollar figures across the app, tap again to show them
+ Various visual polish and under-the-hood improvements and bug fixes

### 8.3.0 — 2026-07-17

+ Sometimes you’d rather keep your balance to yourself. Tap to hide your dollar figures across the app, tap again to show them
+ Various visual polish and under-the-hood improvements and bug fixes

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-26.*
