Broker comparison

Baader Bank vs.
Consorsbank

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Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

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Consorsbank has a higher rating of 4.3/5 compared to Baader Bank (3.9/5). Consorsbank offers 6 instrument types, while Baader Bank offers 5. Consorsbank offers options trading, while the other does not. Baader Bank has been in the market since 1983, making it the more experienced provider.

Traditional investment bank and market maker

German full-service bank with comprehensive securities offering

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsBaader Trading, gettexActiveTrader, Consorsbank App, Web
Product typesStocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, DerivativesStocks, ETFs, Options, Futures, Bonds, Funds
Options tradingNo, primarily market making and B2BYes, good
Fee modelIndividual conditions, market making for neobrokersfrom €4.95 + 0.25% of order volume
Minimum deposit0 €0 €
RegulationBaFinBaFin
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Platforms

Baader Bank

Baader Trading, gettex

Consorsbank

ActiveTrader, Consorsbank App, Web

Product types

Baader Bank

Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives

Consorsbank

Stocks, ETFs, Options, Futures, Bonds, Funds

Options trading

Baader Bank

No, primarily market making and B2B

Consorsbank

Yes, good

Fee model

Baader Bank

Individual conditions, market making for neobrokers

Consorsbank

from €4.95 + 0.25% of order volume

Minimum deposit

Baader Bank

0 €

Consorsbank

0 €

Regulation

Baader Bank

BaFin

Consorsbank

BaFin

More information

Baader Bank

Details

Consorsbank

Details

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

Detailed comparison

Comparing fees

Compare total costs, not just the order fee.

Individual conditions, market making for neobrokers

Published fee
Individual conditions, market making for neobrokers
Minimum deposit
0 €
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from €4.95 + 0.25% of order volume

Published fee
from €4.95 + 0.25% of order volume
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
StocksETFsOptionsFuturesBondsFunds

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

Trading platforms

Baader Trading · gettex

Baader Bank offers the Baader Trading platform and operates the gettex trading venue. The Baader Trading platform is geared toward institutional clients and professional market participants, offering real-time prices, order routing, and settlement functions. The gettex trading venue is a fully electronic trading system with tight spreads and fee-free trading for connected broker partners. For retail investors, indirect access through neobrokers such as Scalable Capital or Smartbroker+ is the most common route.

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ActiveTrader · Consorsbank App · Web

Consorsbank offers ActiveTrader as a professional desktop platform with real-time quotes, technical analysis, market depth, and direct order placement. The Consorsbank App and web interface complement the offering for mobile and browser-based trading.

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Regulation & security

BaFin

Regulatory information

BaFin

Regulatory information

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

Your investor profile

Who might it suit?

Traditional investment bank and market maker

  • Long-standing experience since 1983
  • BaFin-regulated bank
  • Operates gettex trading venue
  • Primarily B2B, limited retail service
  • No modern retail interface

German full-service bank with comprehensive securities offering

  • German bank
  • Comprehensive support
  • Trader education
  • Higher fees
  • Less modern platform

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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Baader Bank and Consorsbank?
Baader Bank: Individual conditions, market making for neobrokers. Consorsbank: from €4.95 + 0.25% of order volume. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Baader Bank or Consorsbank?
Baader Bank offers Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives. Consorsbank offers Stocks, ETFs, Options, Futures, Bonds, Funds.
How are Baader Bank and Consorsbank regulated?
The broker profiles list BaFin for Baader Bank and BaFin for Consorsbank. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Baader Bank or Consorsbank better for beginners?
Baader Bank lists a 0 € minimum deposit and offers Baader Trading, gettex. Consorsbank lists 0 € and offers ActiveTrader, Consorsbank App, Web. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Baader Bank vs Consorsbank: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Baader Bank (3.9/5, 380 reviews) and Consorsbank (4.3/5, 654 reviews) depends on your needs. Baader Bank: Traditional investment bank and market maker. Consorsbank: German full-service bank with comprehensive securities offering.

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