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Vanguard vs. Fidelity 2026: Best Brokerage for Index Funds
Fidelity has a better app, no account fees, and index funds charging literally 0.00%. But those zero-fee funds can't leave Fidelity — and in a taxable account that lock-in is a real cost. Here's the honest comparison.
SmartRates Editorial Team
July 30, 2026