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Hargreaves Lansdown
Smartbroker+Summary
Hargreaves Lansdown has a higher rating of 4.4/5 compared to Smartbroker+ (4.1/5). The minimum deposit is lower at Smartbroker+ with 0 €. Smartbroker+ is BaFin-regulated, while Hargreaves Lansdown is supervised by FCA. Hargreaves Lansdown has been in the market since 1981, making it the more experienced provider.
Hargreaves LansdownUK premium broker with comprehensive investment advice since 1981
Smartbroker+Low-cost trading with access to all German exchanges
At a glance
| Criterion | Hargreaves Lansdown | Smartbroker+ |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | HL App, HL Web Platform | Smartbroker+ App, Smartbroker+ Web |
| Product types | Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, REITs | Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives |
| Options trading | No | No, no options trading |
| Fee model | £11.95 per stock trade, ETFs from £0 (savings plan) | €0 at gettex (from €500) or from €4 at other exchanges |
| Minimum deposit | 1 £ | 0 € |
| Regulation | FCA | BaFin |
| More information | Details | Details |
HL App, HL Web Platform
Smartbroker+ App, Smartbroker+ Web
Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, REITs
Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives
No
No, no options trading
£11.95 per stock trade, ETFs from £0 (savings plan)
€0 at gettex (from €500) or from €4 at other exchanges
1 £
0 €
FCA
BaFin
Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.
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Hargreaves LansdownSmartbroker+The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.
Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.
Hargreaves LansdownCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationSmartbroker+Check the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationHargreaves LansdownSmartbroker+Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.
Hargreaves LansdownHL App · HL Web Platform
Hargreaves Lansdown offers a web platform and mobile app for iOS and Android. The platform excels through comprehensive research tools, detailed fund analyses, the Wealth Shortlist, and portfolio management features. Users can trade stocks, funds, and ETFs, set up savings plans, and track their portfolio with detailed performance reports. The user interface is professional but not as modern as neobrokers.
Explore platformSmartbroker+Smartbroker+ App · Smartbroker+ Web
Smartbroker+ offers its customers the Smartbroker+ App and the Smartbroker+ Web platform. Both interfaces are designed for simple and fast order placement. The app enables mobile trading with real-time price data, watchlists, and portfolio overview. The web platform offers advanced chart analysis functions and detailed order masks. Various order types such as limit, stop, and market orders are supported. The platform is continuously being developed and enhanced with new features.
Explore platformRegulation does not prevent market losses. The relevant authority depends on the contracting entity.
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Hargreaves LansdownUK premium broker with comprehensive investment advice since 1981
Smartbroker+Low-cost trading with access to all German exchanges
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