Broker comparison

Baader Bank vs.
ING

Which broker fits your needs?

Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

Your goal decides.

ING has a higher rating of 4.3/5 compared to Baader Bank (3.9/5). ING has been in the market since 1965, making it the more experienced provider. Execution speed: Baader Bank ~10 ms (gettex Market Maker, Baader-owned), ING ~30 ms (Xetra Direct).

Traditional investment bank and market maker

Germany's largest direct bank with integrated brokerage

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsBaader Trading, gettexING Banking App, ING Web Depot
Product typesStocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, DerivativesStocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives
Options tradingNo, primarily market making and B2BNo, no options trading
Fee modelIndividual conditions, market making for neobrokers€4.90 base fee + 0.25% of order value (max. €69.90)
Minimum deposit0 €0 €
RegulationBaFinBaFin
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Platforms

Baader Bank

Baader Trading, gettex

ING

ING Banking App, ING Web Depot

Product types

Baader Bank

Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives

ING

Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives

Options trading

Baader Bank

No, primarily market making and B2B

ING

No, no options trading

Fee model

Baader Bank

Individual conditions, market making for neobrokers

ING

€4.90 base fee + 0.25% of order value (max. €69.90)

Minimum deposit

Baader Bank

0 €

ING

0 €

Regulation

Baader Bank

BaFin

ING

BaFin

More information

Baader Bank

Details

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

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Comparing fees

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Individual conditions, market making for neobrokers

Published fee
Individual conditions, market making for neobrokers
Minimum deposit
0 €
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€4.90 base fee + 0.25% of order value (max. €69.90)

Published fee
€4.90 base fee + 0.25% of order value (max. €69.90)
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

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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ING Banking App · ING Web Depot

ING provides the ING Banking App and the ING Web Depot. The Banking App combines all banking and brokerage functions in one application, offering mobile trading with real-time prices, order placement, and savings plan management. The ING Web Depot in the browser provides detailed portfolio overviews, chart views, and comprehensive order masks. Both platforms are known for their intuitive operation and support common order types such as limit, stop, and market orders.

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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?

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

Germany's largest direct bank with integrated brokerage

  • Full bank with checking account and brokerage
  • Over 800 free ETF savings plans
  • Excellent customer service
  • Higher order fees than neobrokers
  • No options trading

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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Baader Bank and ING?
Baader Bank: Individual conditions, market making for neobrokers. ING: €4.90 base fee + 0.25% of order value (max. €69.90). 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 ING?
Baader Bank offers Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives. ING offers Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives.
How are Baader Bank and ING regulated?
The broker profiles list BaFin for Baader Bank and BaFin for ING. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Baader Bank or ING better for beginners?
Baader Bank lists a 0 € minimum deposit and offers Baader Trading, gettex. ING lists 0 € and offers ING Banking App, ING Web Depot. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Baader Bank vs ING: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Baader Bank (3.9/5, 380 reviews) and ING (4.3/5, 2100 reviews) depends on your needs. Baader Bank: Traditional investment bank and market maker. ING: Germany's largest direct bank with integrated brokerage.

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