Fees
| Platform fee | 0.35% platform fee; minimums/caps depend on holding type/account |
|---|---|
| Share dealing | £10 online share/ETF/investment trust trade |
| Fund dealing | £0 online fund dealing |
| FX fee | FX charge applies to overseas dealing |
| Exit fee | Pending |
| Inactivity fee | Pending |
| Regular investment fee | Pending |
Investment universe
UK stocks ✓
US stocks ✓
International stocks ✓
ETFs ✓
Investment trusts ✓
Funds/OEICs ✓
Bonds/gilts ✓
Fractional shares ✗
Options/derivatives ✗
Crypto ✗
Platform features
Mobile app
Yes
Web platform
Yes
Advanced charting
No
Order types
market, limit
Research provided
Yes
Customer service
phone, secure_message
Factual pros
- Offers funds, shares, ETFs, investment trusts and bonds
- ISA available alongside SIPP and Junior ISA
- Execution-only service sits within a larger wealth-management group
Factual cons
- Percentage platform fee applies
- Online share dealing commission applies
- Account minimums apply
Sam's review
Charles Stanley Direct is the execution-only investment platform of Charles Stanley. Its Stocks & Shares ISA supports funds and listed securities including shares, ETFs and investment trusts. The charging structure uses a percentage platform fee plus dealing charges for listed securities. The service is web and app accessible.
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Sources
- ISA account — accessed 2026-05-01
- charges — accessed 2026-05-01
- company information — accessed 2026-05-01
- independent fee cross-check — accessed 2026-05-01