Fee table at key portfolio sizes (ISA · Funds)
| Portfolio | Barclays Smart Investor | Dodl | Cheaper |
|---|
Monthly trading assumed. Verify fees at source before switching.
Features comparison
| Feature | Barclays Smart Investor | Dodl |
|---|---|---|
| Invests in | Funds, Etfs, Shares, Investment_trusts, Bonds, Gilts | Funds, Etfs, Shares |
| Stocks & Shares ISA | ✓ | ✓ |
| SIPP | ✓ | ✗ |
| GIA | ✓ | ✓ |
| Lifetime ISA | ✗ | ✓ |
| Junior ISA | ✓ | ✗ |
| Flexible ISA | ✗ | ✗ |
| Fractional shares | ✗ | ✗ |
| Regular investing | ✓ | ✗ |
| Mobile app | ✓ | ✓ |
| FSCS protected | ✓ | ✓ |
| Founded | 1690 | 2023 |
Verdict
Fund investors who want zero annual cost with a full investment range — an unusual combination. Also suits investors who already bank with Barclays and want everything in one place. ETF and share investors pay £6/trade, making infrequent traders the best fit.
Cost-conscious beginners who want AJ Bell's backing and FSCS protection without AJ Bell's full range or capped-fee complexity. The flat 0.15% with no dealing fees is simple and competitive at smaller portfolio sizes.
Use the calculator above to find the cheapest option for your specific portfolio size and investing style.
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Read our full reviews: Barclays Smart Investor review · Dodl review