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Compare round-up investing apps

Compare what an app does with your change, how it charges, and how much control you have over your investments. This guide is written by the team at Beaver.

Fees, investment rules, and account differences. Beaver’s main benefits are highlighted.
CompareBeaverAcornsStashQapitalGrifin
Monthly fee$0 monthly$4–12 / month$12 / month$3–12 / monthPaid membership; plan varies
How it worksNearest dollar, percentage, or spending matchRound-ups into managed portfoliosStock-Back rewards on its debit cardSaving rules; investing from $8 / monthAn amount per purchase, invested weekly
Where it goesOne investment, by brand, or by categoryManaged portfolios; custom stocks on GoldStocks, funds, and managed portfoliosReady-made investment portfoliosBrand-linked investing with adjustable settings
Card or accountUse your linked cardLink a card; Acorns card for real-time round-upsStash debit card for Stock-Back rewardsLinked bank account; Qapital card availableUse your linked cards
What you holdTokenized securities in your walletBrokerage and retirement accountsBrokerage, retirement, and children’s accountsSavings and investment accountsBrokerage account
Sources and pricing details

Beaver charges 1% per investment, 2.5% on sales, and 0.10% on withdrawals. Stablecoin deposits are free; other deposits cost 0.10%. Early access is invite-only. Round-ups use your money; card rewards are a different product.

Checked September 23, 2026. Standard monthly plans shown; promotions and annual plans may differ. Subscription prices cover different services and are not total investment costs.

Acorns ↗Stash ↗Qapital ↗Grifin ↗

Grifin’s published fees vary by plan. Tokenized securities have different rights and risks from conventional brokerage holdings.

Where Beaver stands out

Beaver combines no monthly subscription with three ways to direct your round-ups: one investment, a supported brand, or a category. You choose both the amount and the destination.

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