Money & Finance

'Free' financial apps always get paid somehow. Here's how, for each one.

Truly Free98

AnnualCreditReport.com

You getFull credit reports from all three bureaus

Free Forever85

Wave Accounting

You getUnlimited invoicing with online-payment buttons

$30+/month value
Free Forever84

Wealthsimple

You getCommission-free Canadian stock and ETF trades

$5 value
Free Forever78

Credit Karma

You getCredit scores and reports from two bureaus, updated regularly

$10 value
Free Forever76

Robinhood

You getCommission-free stock, ETF, and options trades

Free-ish50

Rocket Money

You getA subscription finder that scans linked accounts