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.
LYNX Broker
Which broker fits your needs?
Platforms, products and fees side by side.
Updated: October 2026
See comparisonCapTrader
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Summary
Your goal decides.
LYNX Broker has a higher rating of 4.5/5 compared to CapTrader (4.3/5). CapTrader offers 7 instrument types, while LYNX Broker offers 5. The minimum deposit is lower at LYNX Broker with 0 €. LYNX Broker has been in the market since 2006, making it the more experienced provider.
CapTraderGerman introducing broker for Interactive Brokers with top conditions
LYNX BrokerGerman broker powered by Interactive Brokers technology
At a glance
The key differences
| Criterion | CapTrader | LYNX Broker |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | TWS, CapTrader App, IBKR Mobile | TWS, LYNX Trading App |
| Product types | Stocks, Options, Futures, Forex, ETFs, Bonds, CFDs | Stocks, Options, Futures, ETFs, CFDs |
| Options trading | Yes, comprehensive options and futures trading | Yes, comprehensive |
| Fee model | from €2 per stock order, from $2 per US option | from €2 per contract |
| Minimum deposit | 2.000 € | 0 € |
| Regulation | BaFin | BaFin/AFM |
| More information | Details | Details |
Platforms
CapTrader
TWS, CapTrader App, IBKR Mobile
LYNX Broker
TWS, LYNX Trading App
Product types
CapTrader
Stocks, Options, Futures, Forex, ETFs, Bonds, CFDs
LYNX Broker
Stocks, Options, Futures, ETFs, CFDs
Options trading
CapTrader
Yes, comprehensive options and futures trading
LYNX Broker
Yes, comprehensive
Fee model
CapTrader
from €2 per stock order, from $2 per US option
LYNX Broker
from €2 per contract
Minimum deposit
CapTrader
2.000 €
LYNX Broker
0 €
Regulation
CapTrader
BaFin
LYNX Broker
BaFin/AFM
Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.
Detailed comparison
Comparing fees
Compare total costs, not just the order fee.
CapTraderLYNX Brokerfrom €2 per contract
- Published fee
- from €2 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 informationLYNX BrokerCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationProduct range
CapTraderStocksOptionsFuturesForexETFsBondsCFDs
LYNX BrokerStocksOptionsFuturesETFsCFDs
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 platformLYNX BrokerTWS · LYNX Trading App
LYNX offers the Trader Workstation (TWS) from Interactive Brokers and the LYNX Trading App. TWS provides professional options trading, over 100 order types, Strategy Builder, and Risk Navigator. The LYNX App enables mobile trading with quotes and order placement.
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
LYNX BrokerGerman broker powered by Interactive Brokers technology
- German support
- Interactive Brokers technology
- Good educational resources
- Higher fees than IB direct
- Minimum activity required
Find the broker that fits
CapTrader oder LYNX Broker?
Side by side. Decided with knowledge.
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Your questions
Frequently asked questions
How do fees differ between CapTrader and LYNX Broker?
CapTrader: from €2 per stock order, from $2 per US option. LYNX Broker: from €2 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 LYNX Broker?
CapTrader offers Stocks, Options, Futures, Forex, ETFs, Bonds, CFDs. LYNX Broker offers Stocks, Options, Futures, ETFs, CFDs.
How are CapTrader and LYNX Broker regulated?
The broker profiles list BaFin for CapTrader and BaFin/AFM for LYNX Broker. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is CapTrader or LYNX Broker better for beginners?
CapTrader lists a 2.000 € minimum deposit and offers TWS, CapTrader App, IBKR Mobile. LYNX Broker lists 0 € and offers TWS, LYNX Trading App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
CapTrader vs LYNX Broker: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between CapTrader (4.3/5, 580 reviews) and LYNX Broker (4.5/5, 1247 reviews) depends on your needs. CapTrader: German introducing broker for Interactive Brokers with top conditions. LYNX Broker: German broker powered by Interactive Brokers technology.
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