BNP Paribas
Degiro
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Overview
BNP Paribas was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in UK, while Degiro was established in 1934 and is based in Netherlands. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. BNP Paribas serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Degiro has 600,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at BNP Paribas and $0 at Degiro.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | Degiro |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), The Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM), The Dutch Central Bank (DNB) |
| Founded | 2004 | 1934 |
| Country | UK | Netherlands |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 600,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between BNP Paribas and Degiro, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Degiro has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $100 at BNP Paribas). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Degiro scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | Degiro |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
BNP Paribas offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Degiro supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. BNP Paribas supports social and copy trading features, which Degiro does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | Degiro |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | iPhone/iPad,Mac,Desktop, | MetaTrader 4 |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how BNP Paribas and Degiro compare. BNP Paribas runs regular live webinars; Degiro does not. Both provide video tutorials. BNP Paribas publishes daily market commentary; Degiro does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. BNP Paribas maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. BNP Paribas scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | Degiro |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. BNP Paribas accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Degiro supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | Degiro |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both BNP Paribas and Degiro offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | Degiro |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |