Nutmeg
Is the most established of the ‘robo advisers’ and it offers a great option for people who want to invest without the hassle.
What we say
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Probably the best of all so-called ‘robo advisers’– easy options that run users through a simple questionnaire and then build you a ready-made portfolio. The team has also created Socially Responsible Investment options which offer a lot more underpinning detail than many providers. Big US firm JP Morgan has recently announced plans to acquire Nutmeg – this adds financial strength and until we learn more, we see this as largely positive news for customers. Performance typically decent.
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Overall Summary
Best Buy 2021
Best Buy for ISA
Best Buy for Beginner ISA
Best Buy for Sustainable ISA and Best Buy for Sustainable Pension
Best Buy for Digital ISA
Ease of use
Nutmeg is pretty easy to navigate and use. Detailed information on portfolios and performance (past and predicted) is readily available.
Interactive charts and tools are useful for viewing portfolio and performance information. Although, when combined with the volume of information and imagery/videos, the initial experience can be quite overwhelming compared to other robo advisers. That said the questionnaire is clear, the illustrations and projections are good and the account set-up and funding are also solid.
Mobile & Apps
Overall the Nutmeg app is very strong on both Android and ioS. Checking the value of your investments and the type of assets you are invested in is clear and easy to use. There is a good balance of additional detail for those who want it, but it doesn’t overwhelm those who will not be interested.
Users are also able add money to an existing “Pot” and socially responsible investment information on your portfolio is included. There are also articles and blogs now available in the app.
Behind the scenes
Account establishment and management is fairly straightforward and everything worked well. Nutmeg sends annual prompts for a check on your goals and targets. This is a rare example of a communication which is relevant and useful – it’s not the usual diet of investment-heavy articles or regulatory-led communications about MiFID etc
Monthly portfolio updates are succinct and helpful.
Investment Choice
Products
Stocks and Shares ISA
Junior ISA
Lifetime ISA
Investment Account
Pension
Investments available
Ethical investments
Chosen for you
Investment help
Robo advice / ready-made portfolios
The 'Geeky' Details
Provider details
The biggest of the UK 'robo advisers' with over £4bn under management today. Suits people who don't know where to start or who are not interested in managing their investments on an ongoing basis.
You choose between 10 different options according to your financial situation and risk attitude and get plopped into a ready-made portfolio of lots of different investments from across the globe. You can only use their portfolios – you can’t pick your own funds or shares.
You can choose their low cost automated 'fixed allocation portfolios' or pay a bit more if you'd like their team to manage your investments in a more hands-on way. They also offer a range of socially responsible portfolios which are managed by their team. The managed portfolios cost around 1.03% per year, or £10.30 on every £1,000. Socially responsible portfolios cost around 1.09%, or £10.90 on £1,000 invested.
You also have the option to invest in the "Smart Alpha" portfolio range, which combines Nutmeg's core investment principles with the multi-asset knowledge and experience of JP Morgan Asset Management. These have an annual charge of 1%, which equates to £10 for every £1,000 investment.
A nice digital option which will suit busy people on-the-go. With 8 years under their belt, by far the most experienced of the UK 'robo advisers'.
Important Facts & Figures
Provider Size:
The largest UK robo-adviser, with over £4bn invested
Minimum amounts:
£500 minimum initial amount for an ISA, pension or investment account.
£100 minimum for a Lifetime ISA or Junior ISA
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