Broker comparison

1822direkt vs.
Maxblue

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Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

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Maxblue has a higher rating of 3.9/5 compared to 1822direkt (3.7/5). 1822direkt has been in the market since 1996, making it the more experienced provider.

The direct bank subsidiary of Frankfurter Sparkasse

Deutsche Bank's online brokerage

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
Platforms1822direkt Web, 1822direkt Appmaxblue Web, Deutsche Bank App
Product typesStocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, DerivativesStocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives
Options tradingNo, no options tradingNo, no options trading
Fee model€4.90 + 0.25% of order volume (min. €9.90, max. €54.90)0.25% of order volume (min. €8.90, max. €58.90)
Minimum deposit0 €0 €
RegulationBaFinBaFin
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Platforms

1822direkt

1822direkt Web, 1822direkt App

Maxblue

maxblue Web, Deutsche Bank App

Product types

1822direkt

Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives

Maxblue

Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives

Options trading

1822direkt

No, no options trading

Maxblue

No, no options trading

Fee model

1822direkt

€4.90 + 0.25% of order volume (min. €9.90, max. €54.90)

Maxblue

0.25% of order volume (min. €8.90, max. €58.90)

Minimum deposit

1822direkt

0 €

Maxblue

0 €

Regulation

1822direkt

BaFin

Maxblue

BaFin

More information

1822direkt

Details

Maxblue

Details

Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.

Detailed comparison

Comparing fees

Compare total costs, not just the order fee.

€4.90 + 0.25% of order volume (min. €9.90, max. €54.90)

Published fee
€4.90 + 0.25% of order volume (min. €9.90, max. €54.90)
Minimum deposit
0 €
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0.25% of order volume (min. €8.90, max. €58.90)

Published fee
0.25% of order volume (min. €8.90, max. €58.90)
Minimum deposit
0 €
See terms at provider

The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.

Execution quality

Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.

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Provider information

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Provider information

Product range

StocksETFsFundsBondsDerivatives
StocksETFsFundsBondsDerivatives

Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.

Trading platforms

1822direkt Web · 1822direkt App

1822direkt offers the 1822direkt Web platform and the 1822direkt App. The web platform enables trading through a classic browser interface with portfolio overview, order masks, and basic chart functions. The 1822direkt App provides mobile trading with price queries, order placement, and account overview. Both platforms support standard order types and are designed for simple, secure operation in the Sparkassen style.

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maxblue Web · Deutsche Bank App

Maxblue provides the maxblue Web platform and the Deutsche Bank App. The web platform offers access to over 60 exchanges with detailed order masks, chart functions, and professional research reports from Deutsche Bank. The Deutsche Bank App enables mobile trading and combines banking with brokerage functions. Order types such as limit, stop, and market are available. The platforms are functional but appear less modern in design than the offerings of pure online brokers.

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Regulation & security

Regulation does not prevent market losses. The relevant authority depends on the contracting entity.

Your investor profile

Who might it suit?

The direct bank subsidiary of Frankfurter Sparkasse

  • Sparkassen security
  • Free custody with activity
  • Full bank with checking account
  • Higher fees than neobrokers
  • No options trading

Deutsche Bank's online brokerage

  • Deutsche Bank security
  • Free custody
  • Access to over 60 exchanges
  • Higher order fees
  • No options trading

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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between 1822direkt and Maxblue?
1822direkt: €4.90 + 0.25% of order volume (min. €9.90, max. €54.90). Maxblue: 0.25% of order volume (min. €8.90, max. €58.90). Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: 1822direkt or Maxblue?
1822direkt offers Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives. Maxblue offers Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives.
How are 1822direkt and Maxblue regulated?
The broker profiles list BaFin for 1822direkt and BaFin for Maxblue. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is 1822direkt or Maxblue better for beginners?
1822direkt lists a 0 € minimum deposit and offers 1822direkt Web, 1822direkt App. Maxblue lists 0 € and offers maxblue Web, Deutsche Bank App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
1822direkt vs Maxblue: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between 1822direkt (3.7/5, 350 reviews) and Maxblue (3.9/5, 480 reviews) depends on your needs. 1822direkt: The direct bank subsidiary of Frankfurter Sparkasse. Maxblue: Deutsche Bank's online brokerage.

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