Broker comparison

Bison vs.
Vivid Money

Which broker fits your needs?

Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

Your goal decides.

Bison has a higher rating of 4.1/5 compared to Vivid Money (3.7/5). Bison offers 9 instrument types, while Vivid Money offers 3. The minimum deposit is lower at Bison with 0 €. Bison has been in the market since 2019, making it the more experienced provider.

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

Berlin-based neobank with integrated stock, ETF and crypto trading

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsBison App, Bison WebVivid App
Product typesBitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, Polkadot, Litecoin, Ripple, Stocks, ETFsStocks, ETFs, Crypto
Options tradingNoNo
Fee modelSpread from 0.75% (no order fee)€0 order fee (stocks/ETFs), crypto spread from 1%
Minimum deposit0 €0,01 €
RegulationBaFinBaFin
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Platforms

Bison

Bison App, Bison Web

Vivid Money

Vivid App

Product types

Bison

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

Vivid Money

Stocks, ETFs, Crypto

Options trading

Bison

No

Vivid Money

No

Fee model

Bison

Spread from 0.75% (no order fee)

Vivid Money

€0 order fee (stocks/ETFs), crypto spread from 1%

Minimum deposit

Bison

0 €

Vivid Money

0,01 €

Regulation

Bison

BaFin

Vivid Money

BaFin

More information

Bison

Details

Vivid Money

Details

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

Detailed comparison

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 €
See terms at provider

€0 order fee (stocks/ETFs), crypto spread from 1%

Published fee
€0 order fee (stocks/ETFs), crypto spread from 1%
Minimum deposit
0,01 €
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
StocksETFsCrypto

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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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Vivid App

Vivid Money exclusively offers the Vivid App as its platform. The app combines banking (checking account, debit card, transfers) and trading (stocks, ETFs, crypto) in one interface. Features include real-time quotes, simple order placement, cashback tracking, and automatic savings. There is no desktop platform.

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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

Berlin-based neobank with integrated stock, ETF and crypto trading

  • Banking and trading combined in one app
  • Commission-free stock and ETF trading
  • Over 50 cryptocurrencies available
  • Crypto spreads relatively high (from 1%)
  • Limited stock selection compared to specialized brokers

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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Bison and Vivid Money?
Bison: Spread from 0.75% (no order fee). Vivid Money: €0 order fee (stocks/ETFs), crypto spread from 1%. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Bison or Vivid Money?
Bison offers Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, Polkadot, Litecoin, Ripple, Stocks, ETFs. Vivid Money offers Stocks, ETFs, Crypto.
How are Bison and Vivid Money regulated?
The broker profiles list BaFin for Bison and BaFin for Vivid Money. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Bison or Vivid Money better for beginners?
Bison lists a 0 € minimum deposit and offers Bison App, Bison Web. Vivid Money lists 0,01 € and offers Vivid App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Bison vs Vivid Money: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Bison (4.1/5, 1600 reviews) and Vivid Money (3.7/5, 1100 reviews) depends on your needs. Bison: Crypto app by Boerse Stuttgart – simple, secure and BaFin-regulated. Vivid Money: Berlin-based neobank with integrated stock, ETF and crypto trading.

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