EasyEquities

EasyEquities Review for traders in South Africa: FSCA-regulated, fractional shares from R1, South Africa's most popular investment app

EasyEquities revolutionised retail investing in South Africa — FSCA-regulated, with fractional shares from R1, low fees and one of the best mobile experiences in the market. It's the go-to platform for first-time investors and cost-conscious savers. The trade-off: less depth for institutional-grade research and advanced trading features compared to traditional stockbrokers.

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AvaTrade

AvaTrade holds a direct FSCA license in South Africa — genuine local oversight, not just offshore access. For South African traders who take regulation seriously, that's a meaningful starting point, and the full platform suite including copy trading and AvaProtect delivers real depth beyond just the regulatory story.

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EasyEquities is a South African online investment platform regulated by the FSCA, launched in 2014 and part of the Purple Group. It pioneered fractional share investing in South Africa, allowing investors to buy fractions of JSE-listed shares, ETFs, US stocks, and other instruments with as little as R1. EasyEquities is known for its low fees, user-friendly mobile app, and democratisation of investing for retail investors across South Africa. It has become one of the most popular investment platforms in the country.

Available locally?

Foundation

2014

Minimum Deposit

ZAR 0

HQ

Payment Methods

Regulators

FSCA

Trades at the Stock Exchange?

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How to Open an Account

1. Go to the official website >

Visit the app's official website (or download it from the App Store/Google Play) to get started from a trusted source.

2. Open an account

Register, enter your basic information, and set up secure login. If available, enable two-factor authentication for extra protection.

3. Verify your identity

Complete the verification process with the required documents, such as an ID card or passport, and proof of residence (e.g., an electricity bill or bank statement).

4. Add funds

Choose how to use the service: bank transfer, card, or linked account (depending on the app). Check fees, limits, and processing times before confirming, as they may vary.

5. Make your first transaction

Find the function you need in the app, set the amount or limit (if applicable), and confirm.