Financial Product Reviews
Dashlane offers private and secure password management that works on most operating systems and browsers and will even sync between devices. And it's not just for passwords – Dashlane will also store and sync your payment information (like credit cards) and personal details, filling those in whenever you need them.
- High grade security
- Not just for passwords
- 30 day premium free trial
- Email and live chat support
- Different versions available
- Recent switch from app to the cloud is getting poor reviews
- The free version has been discontinued
- Live chat support is limited
- Documentation isn't great
- Top of the line privacy
- Security breach alerts
- Form autofill
LastPass is a popular password management tool available for Canadians. Even if you only opt for the free version, you'll be able to store an unlimited amount of passwords, which can be automatically generated for extra protection. Unfortunately, you'll only be able to access your passwords on one device, unless you pay for the premium plan.
- Free version available
- Family plan available
- Dark web monitoring with premium plan
- 1GB of encrypted storage with premium plan
- Easily share passwords without compromising them
- No email support for free users
- Limited access to passwords for free users
- Business, single user, and family plans available to easily share passwords
- Premium plan includes dark web monitoring, 1GB storage, and priority tech support
1Password is a simple and secure service that lets you generate, store, and sync passwords for all of your apps across all of your devices. Initially released in 2006, 1Password has since grown to support millions of users, and has expanded its product to include more tools to help protect users, including security breach alerts, phishing protection, and protection against keylogger software.
- Top of the line privacy and security
- Security breach alerts
- Phishing and keylogger protection
- Automatically scrubs your clipboard
- Available for most operating systems, devices, and browsers
- Free trial is only 14 days
- Top end privacy controls
- Form autofill
- Security breach alerts
- Phishing and keylogger protection
CAA Auto Insurance is one of several products offered by CAA (Canadian Automobile Association), a well-recognized brand in Canada that provides members with automobile, travel, and insurance services. CAA members also enjoy exclusive rewards, perks, and discounts as part of their membership.
- CAA Member discount
- CAA Auto and Home bundle discount
- CAA MyPace for pay-as-you-go coverage
- Electronic proof of auto insurance feature
As one of the biggest banks in Canada, RBC offers travel insurance alongside its large suite of other banking products. With RBC travel insurance, you'll have the option of being covered by all the basics, including travel medical, trip cancellation, and trip interruption – all backed by a big bank you likely already know and trust. Helping take things to the next level are the registered nurses and physicians that are available 24/7 to help you with your needs.
- Includes most main types of travel insurance we track
- Single trip and multi-trip coverage available
- Plans with seniors in mind
- Registered nurses and physicians available 24/7
- Discount if you're travelling in a group of 10 or more
- Not a lot of customization options
- Expensive premiums
- Doesn't offer COVID travel insurance
- Canadian resident (plans available for non-Canadians visiting Canada)
- Covered by your government health insurance plan
- Under 60 and travelling for 183 days or less
- Over 60 and under 75 and travelling for 60 days or less
- 24/7 worldwide emergency travel assistance
- Multilingual assistance
- Registered nurses and consulting physicians available 24/7
The Oaken Savings Account is a high interest savings account from Oaken Financial. Its main draw is its top-notch rate of 2.8%. There’s also no minimum balance needed or monthly fees to save your money in this account.
- Competitive 2.8% interest rate
- No minimum balance or monthly fees
- Available transactions are free
- 2 options for insuring your deposit under CDIC
- No debit card access
- No Interac e-Transfers
- No promotional welcome bonus rate
- No chequing account available at Oaken Financial
- Resident of Canada
- Choose 1 of 2 issuers for CDIC insurance
- Competitive interest rate
The MAXA Financial High Interest Savings Account offers 1.85% interest on every penny you keep in the account, which is much more than the big banks offer. You can access your money with a debit card, which isn't always an option for online banks. And though MAXA is a division of the Westoba Credit Union (based in Manitoba), this savings account is available Canada-wide.
- Older than 18
- Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- Make a one-time purchase of $5 in membership shares
- Deposits 100% guaranteed by Deposit Guarantee Corporation of Manitoba
The Outlook Financial High Interest Savings Account has a competitive interest rate, no monthly fees, and no minimum balance required. Plus, the benefits of working with a credit union can't be ignored.
- The interest rate is top notch
- All deposits are 100% guaranteed
- Dealing with a credit union can be refreshing
- No promotional rates or welcome offers
- Limited to one free transaction per month
- At least 18 years old
- Tesident of Canada
- $5 one-time credit union membership fee
- Competitive interest rate
- Deposits are guaranteed by the Guarantee Corporation of Manitoba
Like most major Canadian banks, TD offers several different investment products, including mutual funds. You can invest in mutual funds with TD through their DIY investment platform, TD Direct Investing, or through your TD Wealth financial advisor.
- Plenty of funds available
- Small minimum investment
- Wide range of account types available
- Portfolio options for even easier investing
- Mutual funds take time to see results
- High fees for mutual funds
- DIY investing option
- Set up regular contributions to your investment accounts
- TFSA
- RRSP
- Cash
- RESP
- RIF
- Margin
- LIRA
- LIF
- RDSP
- Balanced
- Canadian Equity
- Global Equity
- Fixed Income
- Money Market
- Sector
- US Equity
- Portfolio Solutions
- Retirement
- Conservative
- Balanced Income
- Balanced
- Balanced Growth
- Growth
- Aggressive
Vanguard offers an array of different exchange traded funds (ETFs) for Canadians, including equity, fixed income, and asset allocation products. There are a number of different ETFs in each of these categories. On the other hand, Vanguard prides itself on having lower fees and associated costs than other investments, which may be of interest.
- Different types of ETFs are available
- Available through a number of online brokerages
- Lower associated costs than other ETFs
- No minimum investment amount
- As with all investments, there are risks
- Designed for Canadian residents
- Education and commentary blog
- Fund comparison tool
- Cost simulator tool
- Investor questionnaire
- YouTube channel with investment commentary
- All In One
- Total Market ETFs
- ESG










