Broker comparison

Bison vs.
Bitpanda

Which broker fits your needs?

Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

Your goal decides.

Bitpanda has a higher rating of 4.3/5 compared to Bison (4.1/5). Bison offers 9 instrument types, while Bitpanda offers 6. The minimum deposit is lower at Bison with 0 €. Bison is BaFin-regulated, while Bitpanda is supervised by FMA Austria. Bitpanda has been in the market since 2014, making it the more experienced provider.

Crypto app by Boerse Stuttgart – simple, secure and BaFin-regulated

Europe's leading investment platform for crypto, stocks and ETFs

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsBison App, Bison WebBitpanda Web, Bitpanda App, Bitpanda Pro
Product typesBitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, Polkadot, Litecoin, Ripple, Stocks, ETFsCrypto, Stocks, ETFs, Metals, Commodities, Crypto Indices
Options tradingNoNo
Fee modelSpread from 0.75% (no order fee)1.49% spread (crypto), premium pricing for stocks
Minimum deposit0 €25 €
RegulationBaFinFMA Austria
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Platforms

Bison

Bison App, Bison Web

Bitpanda

Bitpanda Web, Bitpanda App, Bitpanda Pro

Product types

Bison

Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, Polkadot, Litecoin, Ripple, Stocks, ETFs

Bitpanda

Crypto, Stocks, ETFs, Metals, Commodities, Crypto Indices

Options trading

Bison

No

Bitpanda

No

Fee model

Bison

Spread from 0.75% (no order fee)

Bitpanda

1.49% spread (crypto), premium pricing for stocks

Minimum deposit

Bison

0 €

Bitpanda

25 €

Regulation

Bison

BaFin

Bitpanda

FMA Austria

More information

Bison

Details

Bitpanda

Details

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

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Comparing fees

Compare total costs, not just the order fee.

Spread from 0.75% (no order fee)

Published fee
Spread from 0.75% (no order fee)
Minimum deposit
0 €
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1.49% spread (crypto), premium pricing for stocks

Published fee
1.49% spread (crypto), premium pricing for stocks
Minimum deposit
25 €
Spread figure
BTC spread approx. 1.49% (broker model), Bitpanda Pro from 0.15%
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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

BitcoinEthereumSolanaCardanoPolkadotLitecoinRippleStocksETFs
CryptoStocksETFsMetalsCommoditiesCrypto Indices

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

Trading platforms

Bison App · Bison Web

Bison offers the Bison App and Bison Web. The app is designed for maximum simplicity: clear price display, one-click buy/sell, portfolio overview, and price alerts. Bison Web offers the same features in the browser. The platform deliberately omits complex trading tools in favor of beginner-friendly operation.

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Bitpanda Web · Bitpanda App · Bitpanda Pro

Bitpanda offers an intuitive web platform and mobile app for easy buying and selling of crypto, stocks, and ETFs. Bitpanda Pro caters to more experienced traders with an order book, limit orders, and lower fees. The platform integrates savings plans (Bitpanda Savings), a crypto index for diversified investments, and the Bitpanda Card. The user interface is particularly designed for simplicity and fast transactions.

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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?

Crypto app by Boerse Stuttgart – simple, secure and BaFin-regulated

  • Operated by Boerse Stuttgart – maximum trustworthiness
  • BaFin-regulated with German deposit insurance
  • No additional order fees, just spread
  • Spread of 0.75% higher than pure crypto exchanges
  • Limited selection of cryptocurrencies

Europe's leading investment platform for crypto, stocks and ETFs

  • FMA-regulated in Austria
  • Crypto, stocks and ETFs on one platform
  • Bitpanda Savings (savings plans)
  • Higher fees than pure crypto exchanges
  • Limited advanced trading tools

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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Bison and Bitpanda?
Bison: Spread from 0.75% (no order fee). Bitpanda: 1.49% spread (crypto), premium pricing for stocks. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Bison or Bitpanda?
Bison offers Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, Polkadot, Litecoin, Ripple, Stocks, ETFs. Bitpanda offers Crypto, Stocks, ETFs, Metals, Commodities, Crypto Indices.
How are Bison and Bitpanda regulated?
The broker profiles list BaFin for Bison and FMA Austria for Bitpanda. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Bison or Bitpanda better for beginners?
Bison lists a 0 € minimum deposit and offers Bison App, Bison Web. Bitpanda lists 25 € and offers Bitpanda Web, Bitpanda App, Bitpanda Pro. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Bison vs Bitpanda: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Bison (4.1/5, 1600 reviews) and Bitpanda (4.3/5, 1800 reviews) depends on your needs. Bison: Crypto app by Boerse Stuttgart – simple, secure and BaFin-regulated. Bitpanda: Europe's leading investment platform for crypto, stocks and ETFs.

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