Review
Vanguard Digital Advisor
Vanguard's low-cost digital advice
Vanguard Digital Advisor brings Vanguard's low-cost ethos to automated investing at just 0.20% annually. It's a strong pick for buy-and-hold index investors who care most about fees.
Annual fee
0.20%
Minimum
$100
Best for
Cost-conscious long-term index investors
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Fees
0.20%
0.20% annual fee — among the lowest percentage fees in the industry.
Returns report
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Pros
- 0.20% fee undercuts most competitors
- Vanguard's low-cost fund philosophy throughout
- Low $100 minimum
Cons
- Enrollment can be slow and the app feels dated
- Limited tax optimization features
- Fewer planning tools than Betterment or Wealthfront
Vanguard Digital Advisor FAQ
Vanguard Digital Advisor charges 0.20%. Fund expense ratios on the underlying ETFs apply on top, typically 0.05–0.20%.
You can open an account with $100.
Vanguard Digital Advisor is a registered investment adviser. Assets are typically held at a custodian brokerage with SIPC protection up to $500,000 (including $250,000 for cash) if the brokerage fails — SIPC does not protect against market losses.
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