Broker comparison

N26 Trading vs.
Vivid Money

Which broker fits your needs?

Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

Your goal decides.

Vivid Money offers 3 instrument types, while N26 Trading offers 2. The minimum deposit is lower at Vivid Money with 0,01 €. N26 Trading has been in the market since 2013, making it the more experienced provider.

German neobank with integrated stock trading

Berlin-based neobank with integrated stock, ETF and crypto trading

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsN26 AppVivid App
Product typesStocks, ETFsStocks, ETFs, Crypto
Options tradingNoNo
Fee model€0 commission (included in N26 Metal), spread-based€0 order fee (stocks/ETFs), crypto spread from 1%
Minimum deposit1 €0,01 €
RegulationBaFinBaFin
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Platforms

N26 Trading

N26 App

Vivid Money

Vivid App

Product types

N26 Trading

Stocks, ETFs

Vivid Money

Stocks, ETFs, Crypto

Options trading

N26 Trading

No

Vivid Money

No

Fee model

N26 Trading

€0 commission (included in N26 Metal), spread-based

Vivid Money

€0 order fee (stocks/ETFs), crypto spread from 1%

Minimum deposit

N26 Trading

1 €

Vivid Money

0,01 €

Regulation

N26 Trading

BaFin

Vivid Money

BaFin

More information

N26 Trading

Details

Vivid Money

Details

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

Detailed comparison

Comparing fees

Compare total costs, not just the order fee.

€0 commission (included in N26 Metal), spread-based

Published fee
€0 commission (included in N26 Metal), spread-based
Minimum deposit
1 €
Spread figure
Stocks/ETFs from €0.90 (10 free trades/month with Metal plan), crypto spread ~1.5%
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€0 order fee (stocks/ETFs), crypto spread from 1%

Published fee
€0 order fee (stocks/ETFs), crypto spread from 1%
Minimum deposit
0,01 €
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.

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Provider information

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

Provider information

Product range

StocksETFs
StocksETFsCrypto

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

Trading platforms

N26 App

N26 Trading is exclusively available through the N26 banking app for iOS and Android. The trading feature is seamlessly integrated into the banking interface. Users can buy stocks and ETFs, view their portfolio, and purchase fractional shares. The user interface is extremely simplified, offering basic price information but forgoing professional charting or analysis tools.

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Vivid App

Vivid Money exclusively offers the Vivid App as its platform. The app combines banking (checking account, debit card, transfers) and trading (stocks, ETFs, crypto) in one interface. Features include real-time quotes, simple order placement, cashback tracking, and automatic savings. There is no desktop platform.

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Regulation & security

BaFin

Regulatory information

BaFin

Regulatory information

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

Your investor profile

Who might it suit?

German neobank with integrated stock trading

  • Integrated into N26 banking app
  • BaFin-regulated German bank
  • Fractional shares available
  • Very limited stock selection
  • No professional trading tools

Berlin-based neobank with integrated stock, ETF and crypto trading

  • Banking and trading combined in one app
  • Commission-free stock and ETF trading
  • Over 50 cryptocurrencies available
  • Crypto spreads relatively high (from 1%)
  • Limited stock selection compared to specialized brokers

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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between N26 Trading and Vivid Money?
N26 Trading: €0 commission (included in N26 Metal), spread-based. Vivid Money: €0 order fee (stocks/ETFs), crypto spread from 1%. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: N26 Trading or Vivid Money?
N26 Trading offers Stocks, ETFs. Vivid Money offers Stocks, ETFs, Crypto.
How are N26 Trading and Vivid Money regulated?
The broker profiles list BaFin for N26 Trading and BaFin for Vivid Money. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is N26 Trading or Vivid Money better for beginners?
N26 Trading lists a 1 € minimum deposit and offers N26 App. Vivid Money lists 0,01 € and offers Vivid App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
N26 Trading vs Vivid Money: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between N26 Trading (3.7/5, 450 reviews) and Vivid Money (3.7/5, 1100 reviews) depends on your needs. N26 Trading: German neobank with integrated stock trading. Vivid Money: Berlin-based neobank with integrated stock, ETF and crypto trading.

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