Broker comparison

Bison vs.
Scalable Capital

Which broker fits your needs?

Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

Your goal decides.

Scalable Capital has a higher rating of 4.4/5 compared to Bison (4.1/5). Bison offers 9 instrument types, while Scalable Capital offers 6. The minimum deposit is lower at Bison with 0 €. Scalable Capital has been in the market since 2014, making it the more experienced provider.

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

Neobroker with flat-rate trading and robo-advisor

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsBison App, Bison WebScalable Broker App, Scalable Broker Web
Product typesBitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, Polkadot, Litecoin, Ripple, Stocks, ETFsStocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Crypto ETPs, Derivatives
Options tradingNoNo, no options trading
Fee modelSpread from 0.75% (no order fee)FREE: €0.99 per trade; PRIME+: €4.99/month, €0 from €250 order value
Minimum deposit0 €1 € (Verifizierung)
RegulationBaFinBaFin/Deutsche Bundesbank
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Platforms

Bison

Bison App, Bison Web

Scalable Capital

Scalable Broker App, Scalable Broker Web

Product types

Bison

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

Scalable Capital

Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Crypto ETPs, Derivatives

Options trading

Bison

No

Scalable Capital

No, no options trading

Fee model

Bison

Spread from 0.75% (no order fee)

Scalable Capital

FREE: €0.99 per trade; PRIME+: €4.99/month, €0 from €250 order value

Minimum deposit

Bison

0 €

Scalable Capital

1 € (Verifizierung)

Regulation

Bison

BaFin

Scalable Capital

BaFin/Deutsche Bundesbank

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Bison

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Scalable Capital

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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FREE: €0.99 per trade; PRIME+: €4.99/month, €0 from €250 order value

Published fee
FREE: €0.99 per trade; PRIME+: €4.99/month, €0 from €250 order value
Minimum deposit
1 € (Verifizierung)
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

BitcoinEthereumSolanaCardanoPolkadotLitecoinRippleStocksETFs
StocksETFsFundsBondsCrypto ETPsDerivatives

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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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Scalable Broker App · Scalable Broker Web

Scalable Capital provides its customers with the Scalable Broker App and the Scalable Broker Web platform. The app offers a modern, intuitive user interface with clear price displays, watchlists, and easy order placement. The web platform extends the offering with more detailed chart analysis and portfolio overviews. Both platforms support limit, market, and stop orders as well as the setup and management of savings plans. Push notifications keep investors informed about price changes.

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Regulation & security

Scalable Capital Bank GmbH

BaFin/Deutsche Bundesbank

Regulatory information

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

Neobroker with flat-rate trading and robo-advisor

  • Flat-rate trading with PRIME+
  • BaFin-regulated
  • Stocks, ETFs, funds and bonds
  • No options trading
  • PRIME+ flat rate applies from €250 order value

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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Bison and Scalable Capital?
Bison: Spread from 0.75% (no order fee). Scalable Capital: FREE: €0.99 per trade; PRIME+: €4.99/month, €0 from €250 order value. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Bison or Scalable Capital?
Bison offers Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, Polkadot, Litecoin, Ripple, Stocks, ETFs. Scalable Capital offers Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Crypto ETPs, Derivatives.
How are Bison and Scalable Capital regulated?
The broker profiles list BaFin for Bison and BaFin/Deutsche Bundesbank for Scalable Capital. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Bison or Scalable Capital better for beginners?
Bison lists a 0 € minimum deposit and offers Bison App, Bison Web. Scalable Capital lists 1 € (Verifizierung) and offers Scalable Broker App, Scalable Broker Web. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Bison vs Scalable Capital: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Bison (4.1/5, 1600 reviews) and Scalable Capital (4.4/5, 1200 reviews) depends on your needs. Bison: Crypto app by Boerse Stuttgart – simple, secure and BaFin-regulated. Scalable Capital: Neobroker with flat-rate trading and robo-advisor.

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