Broker comparison

Investous vs.
Trade.com

Which broker fits your needs?

Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

Your goal decides.

Trade.com has a higher rating of 3.9/5 compared to Investous (3.6/5). Trade.com offers 8 instrument types, while Investous offers 6. The minimum deposit is lower at Trade.com with 100 $. Trade.com has been in the market since 2013, making it the more experienced provider.

CySEC-regulated CFD broker with focus on Forex and crypto CFDs

Multi-asset broker with CFDs, real stocks and DMA access

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsMT4, Investous WebTraderMT4, MT5, Trade.com Web, Trade.com App
Product typesForex, CFDs, Stocks CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDsCFDs, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities, Bonds, ETFs, Crypto CFDs
Options tradingNoNo
Fee modelfrom 2.5 pips (Basic), from 1.0 pips (Gold), from 0.3 pips (Platinum)from 0.5 pips Forex, stocks from 0.1% commission
Minimum deposit250 €100 $
RegulationCySECCySEC/FCA
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Platforms

Investous

MT4, Investous WebTrader

Trade.com

MT4, MT5, Trade.com Web, Trade.com App

Product types

Investous

Forex, CFDs, Stocks CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs

Trade.com

CFDs, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities, Bonds, ETFs, Crypto CFDs

Options trading

Investous

No

Trade.com

No

Fee model

Investous

from 2.5 pips (Basic), from 1.0 pips (Gold), from 0.3 pips (Platinum)

Trade.com

from 0.5 pips Forex, stocks from 0.1% commission

Minimum deposit

Investous

250 €

Trade.com

100 $

Regulation

Investous

CySEC

Trade.com

CySEC/FCA

More information

Investous

Details

Trade.com

Details

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

Detailed comparison

Comparing fees

Compare total costs, not just the order fee.

from 2.5 pips (Basic), from 1.0 pips (Gold), from 0.3 pips (Platinum)

Published fee
from 2.5 pips (Basic), from 1.0 pips (Gold), from 0.3 pips (Platinum)
Minimum deposit
250 €
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from 0.5 pips Forex, stocks from 0.1% commission

Published fee
from 0.5 pips Forex, stocks from 0.1% commission
Minimum deposit
100 $
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.

Check the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.

Provider information

Check the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.

Provider information

Product range

ForexCFDsStocks CFDsIndicesCommoditiesCrypto CFDs
CFDsForexStocksIndicesCommoditiesBondsETFsCrypto CFDs

Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.

Trading platforms

MT4 · Investous WebTrader

Investous offers MT4 and its own Investous WebTrader. MT4 is the industry standard with Expert Advisors, custom indicators, and automated strategies. The WebTrader is a browser-based alternative with a simplified interface, real-time charts, and daily market analyses. Both platforms support all account types.

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MT4 · MT5 · Trade.com Web · Trade.com App

Trade.com offers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, its own web platform, and a mobile app. MT4/MT5 provide Expert Advisors and comprehensive charting tools for CFD trading. The Trade.com web platform enables both CFD trading and the purchase of real stocks with DMA access. The mobile app provides on-the-go access to all features.

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Regulation & security

CySEC/FCA

Regulatory information

Regulation does not prevent market losses. The relevant authority depends on the contracting entity.

Your investor profile

Who might it suit?

CySEC-regulated CFD broker with focus on Forex and crypto CFDs

  • CySEC-regulated
  • Personal account manager
  • Educational resources and daily analyses
  • Minimum deposit of €250
  • Relatively new and unknown broker

Multi-asset broker with CFDs, real stocks and DMA access

  • CySEC and FCA-regulated
  • Over 2,100 assets available
  • Real stocks and CFDs in one platform
  • Spreads on standard account not the tightest
  • Inactivity fee after 3 months

Find the broker that fits

Investous oder Trade.com?

Side by side. Decided with knowledge.

See the differences that matter, and the Academy lessons that explain them.

Investous3.6
  • CySEC-regulated
  • Personal account manager
  • Educational resources and daily analyses
Trade.com3.9
  • CySEC and FCA-regulated
  • Over 2,100 assets available
  • Real stocks and CFDs in one platform
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  • Fees
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  • Matching lessons
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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Investous and Trade.com?
Investous: from 2.5 pips (Basic), from 1.0 pips (Gold), from 0.3 pips (Platinum). Trade.com: from 0.5 pips Forex, stocks from 0.1% commission. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Investous or Trade.com?
Investous offers Forex, CFDs, Stocks CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs. Trade.com offers CFDs, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities, Bonds, ETFs, Crypto CFDs.
How are Investous and Trade.com regulated?
The broker profiles list CySEC for Investous and CySEC/FCA for Trade.com. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Investous or Trade.com better for beginners?
Investous lists a 250 € minimum deposit and offers MT4, Investous WebTrader. Trade.com lists 100 $ and offers MT4, MT5, Trade.com Web, Trade.com App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Investous vs Trade.com: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Investous (3.6/5, 250 reviews) and Trade.com (3.9/5, 450 reviews) depends on your needs. Investous: CySEC-regulated CFD broker with focus on Forex and crypto CFDs. Trade.com: Multi-asset broker with CFDs, real stocks and DMA access.

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