SoFi Invest
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Choosing between SoFi Invest and Merrill Edge depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. SoFi Invest is headquartered in San Francisco, USA, while Merrill Edge operates from Charlotte, USA. Merrill Edge has the longer track record, established in 2010, compared to SoFi Invest which was founded in 2012. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
SoFi Invest
Merrill Edge
SoFi Invest is the better choice overall, scoring 3.3/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, SoFi Invest offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
SoFi Invest
3.3 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
Tied
0 vs 0 pips
Regulation
Tied
1 vs 1 licences
Min. Deposit
Merrill Edge
$1 vs $0
SoFi Invest
Merrill Edge
SoFi Invest
Merrill Edge
SoFi Invest holds licences from SEC. Merrill Edge is regulated by SEC.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks, Indices markets. SoFi Invest additionally covers Crypto.
SoFi Invest supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Merrill Edge offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
SoFi Invest requires a minimum deposit of $1, while Merrill Edge sets no minimum deposit. This makes Merrill Edge accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores SoFi Invest at 3.33/5 and Merrill Edge at 3.19/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. SoFi Invest leads overall with a clear advantage.
SoFi Invest scores higher overall on our independent rating system. SoFi Invest holds a 3.3/5 rating vs Merrill Edge's 3.2/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
SoFi Invest offers spreads from 0 pips, while Merrill Edge starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
SoFi Invest requires a minimum deposit of $1. Merrill Edge requires $0.
SoFi Invest is regulated by SEC, while Merrill Edge holds licences from SEC.
SoFi Invest supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Merrill Edge supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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