5 best robo performers in the high-risk category
27 Jan, 2022
Here are the robos which delivered the best returns for high-risk portfolios in 2020 and 2021:
Moneybox - Adventurous - 80% shares
Two-year returns: 29.31%
Return on £10,000 after two years (01-01-2020 - 31-12-2021, after charges): £12,931
What we say about this robo:
- Good for no-nonsense, straightforward investing
- Low cost, but no frills either
- A huge global player, so you may feel in safe hands
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What you say about this robo:
- The simplicity of the website and investment options
- Value for money
- Ease of setting up new ISAs, but some say fund choice is limited
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How does Vanguard compare with other robo and DIY platforms?
HSBC My Investment - 51.57% shares
Two-year returns: 29.12%
Return on £10,000 after two years (01-01-2020 - 31-12-2021, after charges): £12,912
What we say about this robo:
- Great for less-confident investors who prefer to invest in a big player
- Simple starting process for new investors, although it takes at least half an hour to get through the questionnaire
- Gives you a decent idea of what a good or bad outcome looks like
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What you say about this robo:
- Platform is easy to use
- Good performance
- Some say input is limited.
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How does HSBC compare with other robo and DIY platforms?
Vanguard - LifeStrategy- 100% shares
Two-year returns: 27.39%
Return on £10,000 after two years (01-01-2020 - 31-12-2021, after charges): £12,739
Vanguard (second entry) LifeStrategy - 80% shares
Two-year returns: 22.87%
Return on £10,000 after two years (01-01-2020 - 31-12-2021, after charges): £12,287
What we say about this robo:
- Also great for less-confident investors who prefer a huge brand.
- Help and support is a bit lacking.
- Decent choice for starters.
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What you say about this robo:
- Overall service is good
- Website experience could be improved.
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How does Vanguard compare with other robo and DIY platforms?
Nutmeg - 8/10 - 83.3% shares
Two-year returns: 22.39%
Return on £1,000 after two years (01-01-2020 - 31-12-2021, after charges): £12,239
What we say about this robo:
- A leader when it comes to robo portfolios
- Good choice of Socially Responsible investment options
- Website is easy to navigate
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What you say about this robo:
- Straightforward and easy to use
- Simple to top-up your accounts
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How does Nutmeg compare with other robo and DIY platforms?



