Broker comparison

BDSwiss vs.
Trade.com

Which broker fits your needs?

Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

Your goal decides.

BDSwiss has a higher rating of 4/5 compared to Trade.com (3.9/5). Trade.com offers 8 instrument types, while BDSwiss offers 6. BDSwiss has been in the market since 2012, making it the more experienced provider.

Forex and CFD broker with strong focus on German-speaking clients

Multi-asset broker with CFDs, real stocks and DMA access

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsMT4, MT5, BDSwiss App, BDSwiss WebTraderMT4, MT5, Trade.com Web, Trade.com App
Product typesForex, CFDs, Stocks CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDsCFDs, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities, Bonds, ETFs, Crypto CFDs
Options tradingNoNo
Fee modelfrom 1.1 pips (Classic), from 0.0 pips + $5 commission (RAW)from 0.5 pips Forex, stocks from 0.1% commission
Minimum deposit100 €100 $
RegulationCySEC/FSCCySEC/FCA
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Platforms

BDSwiss

MT4, MT5, BDSwiss App, BDSwiss WebTrader

Trade.com

MT4, MT5, Trade.com Web, Trade.com App

Product types

BDSwiss

Forex, CFDs, Stocks CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs

Trade.com

CFDs, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities, Bonds, ETFs, Crypto CFDs

Options trading

BDSwiss

No

Trade.com

No

Fee model

BDSwiss

from 1.1 pips (Classic), from 0.0 pips + $5 commission (RAW)

Trade.com

from 0.5 pips Forex, stocks from 0.1% commission

Minimum deposit

BDSwiss

100 €

Trade.com

100 $

Regulation

BDSwiss

CySEC/FSC

Trade.com

CySEC/FCA

More information

BDSwiss

Details

Trade.com

Details

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

Detailed comparison

Comparing fees

Compare total costs, not just the order fee.

from 1.1 pips (Classic), from 0.0 pips + $5 commission (RAW)

Published fee
from 1.1 pips (Classic), from 0.0 pips + $5 commission (RAW)
Minimum deposit
100 €
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from 0.5 pips Forex, stocks from 0.1% commission

Published fee
from 0.5 pips Forex, stocks from 0.1% commission
Minimum deposit
100 $
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

Check the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.

Provider information

Product range

ForexCFDsStocks CFDsIndicesCommoditiesCrypto CFDs
CFDsForexStocksIndicesCommoditiesBondsETFsCrypto CFDs

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

Trading platforms

MT4 · MT5 · BDSwiss App · BDSwiss WebTrader

BDSwiss offers four trading platforms: MT4 and MT5 as industry standards with Expert Advisors and automated strategies. The proprietary BDSwiss WebTrader is a browser-based platform with real-time charts, technical indicators, and simplified order placement. The BDSwiss App enables full-featured mobile trading with push notifications, price queries, and order execution on the go.

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MT4 · MT5 · Trade.com Web · Trade.com App

Trade.com offers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, its own web platform, and a mobile app. MT4/MT5 provide Expert Advisors and comprehensive charting tools for CFD trading. The Trade.com web platform enables both CFD trading and the purchase of real stocks with DMA access. The mobile app provides on-the-go access to all features.

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Regulation & security

CySEC/FSC

Regulatory information

CySEC/FCA

Regulatory information

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

Your investor profile

Who might it suit?

Forex and CFD broker with strong focus on German-speaking clients

  • Strong focus on German-speaking market
  • CySEC-regulated with EU deposit protection
  • Good educational offerings and webinars
  • Spreads on Classic account not the lowest
  • Inactivity fee after 90 days

Multi-asset broker with CFDs, real stocks and DMA access

  • CySEC and FCA-regulated
  • Over 2,100 assets available
  • Real stocks and CFDs in one platform
  • Spreads on standard account not the tightest
  • Inactivity fee after 3 months

Find the broker that fits

BDSwiss oder Trade.com?

Side by side. Decided with knowledge.

See the differences that matter, and the Academy lessons that explain them.

BDSwiss4.0
  • Strong focus on German-speaking market
  • CySEC-regulated with EU deposit protection
  • Good educational offerings and webinars
Trade.com3.9
  • CySEC and FCA-regulated
  • Over 2,100 assets available
  • Real stocks and CFDs in one platform
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  • Fees
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  • Regulation
  • Matching lessons
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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between BDSwiss and Trade.com?
BDSwiss: from 1.1 pips (Classic), from 0.0 pips + $5 commission (RAW). Trade.com: from 0.5 pips Forex, stocks from 0.1% commission. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: BDSwiss or Trade.com?
BDSwiss offers Forex, CFDs, Stocks CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs. Trade.com offers CFDs, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities, Bonds, ETFs, Crypto CFDs.
How are BDSwiss and Trade.com regulated?
The broker profiles list CySEC/FSC for BDSwiss and CySEC/FCA for Trade.com. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is BDSwiss or Trade.com better for beginners?
BDSwiss lists a 100 € minimum deposit and offers MT4, MT5, BDSwiss App, BDSwiss WebTrader. Trade.com lists 100 $ and offers MT4, MT5, Trade.com Web, Trade.com App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
BDSwiss vs Trade.com: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between BDSwiss (4/5, 650 reviews) and Trade.com (3.9/5, 450 reviews) depends on your needs. BDSwiss: Forex and CFD broker with strong focus on German-speaking clients. Trade.com: Multi-asset broker with CFDs, real stocks and DMA access.

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