Degiro
Trade Zero
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Overview
Degiro was founded in 1934 and is headquartered in Netherlands, while Trade Zero was established in 2014 and is based in Bahamas. Degiro holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Trade Zero is regulated by Securities Commission of the Bahamas (SCB) among others. Degiro serves 600,000+ clients worldwide; Trade Zero has 2,000+. The minimum deposit is $0 at Degiro and $500 at Trade Zero.
| Feature | Degiro | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $500 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), The Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM), The Dutch Central Bank (DNB) | Securities Commission of the Bahamas (SCB) |
| Founded | 1934 | 2014 |
| Country | Netherlands | Bahamas |
| Clients | 600,000+ | 2,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Degiro and Trade Zero, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Degiro has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $500 at Trade Zero). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Degiro scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Degiro | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Degiro offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Trade Zero supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Trade Zero supports social and copy trading features, which Degiro does not offer. Degiro edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Degiro | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4 | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Degiro and Trade Zero compare. Trade Zero runs regular live webinars; Degiro does not. Both provide video tutorials. Trade Zero publishes daily market commentary; Degiro does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Trade Zero maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Trade Zero scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Degiro | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Degiro accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Trade Zero supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Degiro | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Degiro and Trade Zero 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 | Degiro | Trade Zero |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |