The Public app is a legitimate investment app that offers real-time trading. App store reviews give the app a 4.7 out of 5 stars (as of Oct 28, 2022) with mostly five-star reviews and positive customer sentiment. Many high ratings revolve around the app’s user-friendly interface, friendly customer support, and social features. Some of the negative reviews complain about long wait periods for withdrawing money, bad service, and a glitchy app experience. Public is also a licensed brokerage and member of FINRA and SIPC.