CapTraderfrom €2 per stock order, from $2 per US option
- Published fee
- from €2 per stock order, from $2 per US option
- Minimum deposit
- 2.000 €
Broker comparison
CapTrader vs.
DEGIRO
Which broker fits your needs?
Platforms, products and fees side by side.
Updated: October 2026
See comparisonCapTrader
DEGIROVS
Summary
Your goal decides.
CapTrader has a higher rating of 4.3/5 compared to DEGIRO (4.1/5). CapTrader offers 7 instrument types, while DEGIRO offers 5. The minimum deposit is lower at DEGIRO with 0 €. DEGIRO has been in the market since 2008, making it the more experienced provider.
CapTraderGerman introducing broker for Interactive Brokers with top conditions
DEGIROLow-cost online broker with broad European offering
At a glance
The key differences
| Criterion | CapTrader | DEGIRO |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | TWS, CapTrader App, IBKR Mobile | DEGIRO App, DEGIRO Web |
| Product types | Stocks, Options, Futures, Forex, ETFs, Bonds, CFDs | Stocks, ETFs, Options, Futures, Bonds |
| Options trading | Yes, comprehensive options and futures trading | Yes, medium |
| Fee model | from €2 per stock order, from $2 per US option | Eurex options: €1.00 per contract |
| Minimum deposit | 2.000 € | 0 € |
| Regulation | BaFin | BaFin/AFM/DNB |
| More information | Details | Details |
Platforms
CapTrader
TWS, CapTrader App, IBKR Mobile
DEGIRO
DEGIRO App, DEGIRO Web
Product types
CapTrader
Stocks, Options, Futures, Forex, ETFs, Bonds, CFDs
DEGIRO
Stocks, ETFs, Options, Futures, Bonds
Options trading
CapTrader
Yes, comprehensive options and futures trading
DEGIRO
Yes, medium
Fee model
CapTrader
from €2 per stock order, from $2 per US option
DEGIRO
Eurex options: €1.00 per contract
Minimum deposit
CapTrader
2.000 €
DEGIRO
0 €
Regulation
CapTrader
BaFin
DEGIRO
BaFin/AFM/DNB
Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.
Detailed comparison
Comparing fees
Compare total costs, not just the order fee.
CapTraderDEGIROEurex options: €1.00 per contract
- Published fee
- Eurex options: €1.00 per contract
- Minimum deposit
- 0 €
The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.
Execution quality
Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.
CapTraderCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationDEGIRODEGIRO says its execution policy considers price, costs and the likelihood of execution, among other factors. Available venues can depend on the product and order.
Provider informationProduct range
CapTraderStocksOptionsFuturesForexETFsBondsCFDs
DEGIROStocksETFsOptionsFuturesBonds
Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.
Trading platforms
CapTraderTWS · CapTrader App · IBKR Mobile
CapTrader offers the renowned Trader Workstation (TWS) as its main platform, the CapTrader App, and the IBKR Mobile App. The TWS is one of the most powerful trading platforms in the world, offering real-time charting with over 100 technical indicators, option chains with Greeks, strategy builders for complex option strategies, risk management tools, and algorithmic trading. The mobile app also enables access to all markets and order types on the go.
Explore platformDEGIRODEGIRO App · DEGIRO Web
DEGIRO offers the DEGIRO App and the DEGIRO Web platform. Both provide real-time quotes, charts, various order types, portfolio overview, and access to over 50 international exchanges. The platform is optimized for simplicity and low costs.
Explore platformRegulation does not prevent market losses. The relevant authority depends on the contracting entity.
Your investor profile
Who might it suit?
CapTraderGerman introducing broker for Interactive Brokers with top conditions
- Access to over 150 exchanges worldwide
- Comprehensive options trading
- German support with IB technology
- Minimum deposit €2,000
- TWS platform complex for beginners
DEGIROLow-cost online broker with broad European offering
- Low fees
- User-friendly
- EU-regulated
- Limited options strategies
- No phone support
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Your questions
Frequently asked questions
How do fees differ between CapTrader and DEGIRO?
CapTrader: from €2 per stock order, from $2 per US option. DEGIRO: Eurex options: €1.00 per contract. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: CapTrader or DEGIRO?
CapTrader offers Stocks, Options, Futures, Forex, ETFs, Bonds, CFDs. DEGIRO offers Stocks, ETFs, Options, Futures, Bonds.
How are CapTrader and DEGIRO regulated?
The broker profiles list BaFin for CapTrader and BaFin/AFM/DNB for DEGIRO. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is CapTrader or DEGIRO better for beginners?
CapTrader lists a 2.000 € minimum deposit and offers TWS, CapTrader App, IBKR Mobile. DEGIRO lists 0 € and offers DEGIRO App, DEGIRO Web. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
CapTrader vs DEGIRO: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between CapTrader (4.3/5, 580 reviews) and DEGIRO (4.1/5, 567 reviews) depends on your needs. CapTrader: German introducing broker for Interactive Brokers with top conditions. DEGIRO: Low-cost online broker with broad European offering.
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