ING€4.90 base fee + 0.25% of order value (max. €69.90)
- Published fee
- €4.90 base fee + 0.25% of order value (max. €69.90)
- Minimum deposit
- 0 €
Broker comparison
ING vs.
Maxblue
Which broker fits your needs?
Platforms, products and fees side by side.
Updated: October 2026
See comparisonING
MaxblueVS
Summary
Your goal decides.
ING has a higher rating of 4.3/5 compared to Maxblue (3.9/5). ING has been in the market since 1965, making it the more experienced provider. Execution speed: ING ~30 ms (Xetra Direct), Maxblue ~50 ms (Xetra/Tradegate, via Deutsche Bank).
INGGermany's largest direct bank with integrated brokerage
MaxblueDeutsche Bank's online brokerage
At a glance
The key differences
| Criterion | ING | Maxblue |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | ING Banking App, ING Web Depot | maxblue Web, Deutsche Bank App |
| Product types | Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives | Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives |
| Options trading | No, no options trading | No, no options trading |
| Fee model | €4.90 base fee + 0.25% of order value (max. €69.90) | 0.25% of order volume (min. €8.90, max. €58.90) |
| Minimum deposit | 0 € | 0 € |
| Regulation | BaFin | BaFin |
| More information | Details | Details |
Platforms
ING
ING Banking App, ING Web Depot
Maxblue
maxblue Web, Deutsche Bank App
Product types
ING
Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives
Maxblue
Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives
Options trading
ING
No, no options trading
Maxblue
No, no options trading
Fee model
ING
€4.90 base fee + 0.25% of order value (max. €69.90)
Maxblue
0.25% of order volume (min. €8.90, max. €58.90)
Minimum deposit
ING
0 €
Maxblue
0 €
Regulation
ING
BaFin
Maxblue
BaFin
Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.
Detailed comparison
Comparing fees
Compare total costs, not just the order fee.
INGMaxblue0.25% of order volume (min. €8.90, max. €58.90)
- Published fee
- 0.25% of order volume (min. €8.90, max. €58.90)
- Minimum deposit
- 0 €
The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.
Execution quality
Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.
INGCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationMaxblueCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationProduct range
INGStocksETFsFundsBondsDerivatives
MaxblueStocksETFsFundsBondsDerivatives
Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.
Trading platforms
INGING Banking App · ING Web Depot
ING provides the ING Banking App and the ING Web Depot. The Banking App combines all banking and brokerage functions in one application, offering mobile trading with real-time prices, order placement, and savings plan management. The ING Web Depot in the browser provides detailed portfolio overviews, chart views, and comprehensive order masks. Both platforms are known for their intuitive operation and support common order types such as limit, stop, and market orders.
Explore platformMaxbluemaxblue Web · Deutsche Bank App
Maxblue provides the maxblue Web platform and the Deutsche Bank App. The web platform offers access to over 60 exchanges with detailed order masks, chart functions, and professional research reports from Deutsche Bank. The Deutsche Bank App enables mobile trading and combines banking with brokerage functions. Order types such as limit, stop, and market are available. The platforms are functional but appear less modern in design than the offerings of pure online brokers.
Explore platformRegulation does not prevent market losses. The relevant authority depends on the contracting entity.
Your investor profile
Who might it suit?
INGGermany's largest direct bank with integrated brokerage
- Full bank with checking account and brokerage
- Over 800 free ETF savings plans
- Excellent customer service
- Higher order fees than neobrokers
- No options trading
MaxblueDeutsche Bank's online brokerage
- Deutsche Bank security
- Free custody
- Access to over 60 exchanges
- Higher order fees
- No options trading
Find the broker that fits
ING oder Maxblue?
Side by side. Decided with knowledge.
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- Fees
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- Regulation
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Your questions
Frequently asked questions
How do fees differ between ING and Maxblue?
ING: €4.90 base fee + 0.25% of order value (max. €69.90). Maxblue: 0.25% of order volume (min. €8.90, max. €58.90). Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: ING or Maxblue?
ING offers Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives. Maxblue offers Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives.
How are ING and Maxblue regulated?
The broker profiles list BaFin for ING and BaFin for Maxblue. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is ING or Maxblue better for beginners?
ING lists a 0 € minimum deposit and offers ING Banking App, ING Web Depot. Maxblue lists 0 € and offers maxblue Web, Deutsche Bank App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
ING vs Maxblue: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between ING (4.3/5, 2100 reviews) and Maxblue (3.9/5, 480 reviews) depends on your needs. ING: Germany's largest direct bank with integrated brokerage. Maxblue: Deutsche Bank's online brokerage.
Your next step
Your next step
INGGermany's largest direct bank with integrated brokerage
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