Does Unhedged Offer a Free Demo Account? How to Get Started

Yes. Unhedged states that you can "get a demo account completely free," so you can explore how the app works before committing real money. The site also describes Unhedged as "a super simple app that allows anyone to invest, without having to choose stocks." The demo is the lowest-commitment way to see whether the algorithm-driven approach suits you; if you later want to invest for real, Unhedged says you can do so via a trust, an SMSF, or a company.

What the free demo actually gives you

Based on the website's own description, the demo account is a free way to try the product. The site does not publish demo-specific limits, data delays, or feature restrictions, so treat the demo as a hands-on look at the interface and the algorithm selection process rather than a documented simulation with published rules.

What the site does say about the live product gives you a sense of what you are evaluating:

• No stock picking required. You don't choose individual stocks; the algorithms do the work.
• Always on. Unhedged says its algorithms are "constantly scanning, analysing and optimising your portfolio."
• Bias mitigation. The pitch is that AI-driven investing removes human emotion bias, which the site calls "notorious for sabotaging rational investment decisions."
• Control over the mix. You can "choose from a preset combination of algorithms or mix and match them on your own."
• Flexible contributions and withdrawals. Make a one-time investment, add more as you go, and withdraw whenever you need to.

How to get started

The site's primary entry point is a Get Started link in the main navigation, alongside Learn, About Us, Blog, Knowledge Base, Performance, Reviews, Algorithms, and Press Coverage.

1. Open unhedged.com.au and select Get Started.
2. Follow the sign-up flow to create your account. The site presents the demo as free, so this is the step where you would expect to access it.
3. Explore the algorithm options — either a preset combination or your own mix.
4. If you decide to invest for real, choose your account structure: trust, SMSF, or company.

The site does not publish the exact fields, identity checks, or timelines in the sign-up flow, so expect to provide standard onboarding information. If anything is unclear at that stage, the Knowledge Base and Contact Us links in the navigation are the intended support routes.

Who this is for

Unhedged describes itself as serving two audiences:

If you are an Australian investor who wants exposure without picking stocks, the demo is the natural first step. If you are evaluating it on behalf of a fund or broker, the same site covers the "Quant as a Service" side.

What to check before investing real money

• Account structures. The site confirms trust, SMSF, and company investing are supported. Confirm which one fits your situation before funding.
• Performance claims. The site includes a Performance section and Reviews, but also states that past performance isn't indicative of future performance. Read the performance material with that caveat in mind.
• General information only. Unhedged states its information is general and "doesn't take into consideration your personal circumstances, financial situation or needs," and that some content may be algorithm-generated from raw data and not independently verified. If you need personal advice, this site is not a substitute for it.
• Pricing beyond the demo. The site does not publish fee or pricing details in the material reviewed here. Check the Important Documents and Terms before committing, and don't assume the live product is free just because the demo is.

The short version

Unhedged offers a free demo account, and the path in is the Get Started button on unhedged.com.au. Use the demo to test the algorithm selection and portfolio experience, then decide whether to invest through a trust, SMSF, or company. Verify fees and documents on the site before funding, since the free demo does not tell you what the live service costs.