Broker comparison

Nordea vs.
PostFinance

Which broker fits your needs?

Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

Your goal decides.

Nordea has a higher rating of 3.7/5 compared to PostFinance (3.6/5). Nordea offers 5 instrument types, while PostFinance offers 4. PostFinance has been in the market since 1906, making it the more experienced provider.

Northern Europe's largest bank with integrated securities trading

Securities trading at Swiss PostFinance with E-Trading

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsNordea Investor Web, Nordea AppPostFinance E-Trading, PostFinance App
Product typesStocks, ETFs, Bonds, Funds, WarrantsStocks, ETFs, Bonds, Funds
Options tradingNoNo
Fee modelStocks from 0.06% (min. €7) Nordic exchanges, international from €15Custody fee CHF 90/year (standard), order fee from CHF 15 (online)
Minimum deposit0 €0 CHF
RegulationFI (Finland)FINMA
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Platforms

Nordea

Nordea Investor Web, Nordea App

PostFinance

PostFinance E-Trading, PostFinance App

Product types

Nordea

Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Funds, Warrants

PostFinance

Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Funds

Options trading

Nordea

No

PostFinance

No

Fee model

Nordea

Stocks from 0.06% (min. €7) Nordic exchanges, international from €15

PostFinance

Custody fee CHF 90/year (standard), order fee from CHF 15 (online)

Minimum deposit

Nordea

0 €

PostFinance

0 CHF

Regulation

Nordea

FI (Finland)

PostFinance

FINMA

More information

Nordea

Details

PostFinance

Details

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

Detailed comparison

Comparing fees

Compare total costs, not just the order fee.

Stocks from 0.06% (min. €7) Nordic exchanges, international from €15

Published fee
Stocks from 0.06% (min. €7) Nordic exchanges, international from €15
Minimum deposit
0 €
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Custody fee CHF 90/year (standard), order fee from CHF 15 (online)

Published fee
Custody fee CHF 90/year (standard), order fee from CHF 15 (online)
Minimum deposit
0 CHF
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

StocksETFsBondsFundsWarrants
StocksETFsBondsFunds

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

Trading platforms

Nordea Investor Web · Nordea App

Nordea offers the Nordea Investor Web platform and the Nordea App. The Investor platform provides real-time quotes, charts, order placement, and portfolio overview for Nordic and international markets. The Nordea App combines banking and trading in a mobile application with account management and securities trading.

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PostFinance E-Trading · PostFinance App

PostFinance offers the E-Trading platform and the PostFinance App. E-Trading is a web-based trading platform with real-time quotes, charts, various order types, and portfolio overview. The PostFinance App combines banking and trading in a mobile application with account management and order placement.

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Regulation & security

FI (Finland)

Regulatory information

FINMA

Regulatory information

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

Your investor profile

Who might it suit?

Northern Europe's largest bank with integrated securities trading

  • Largest bank in Northern Europe with highest security
  • Strong presence in all Nordic countries
  • Comprehensive fund selection
  • Order fees significantly higher than online brokers
  • Trading platform not designed for active traders

Securities trading at Swiss PostFinance with E-Trading

  • Swiss security with FINMA regulation
  • Integration with PostFinance account
  • Easy entry for Swiss customers
  • Comparatively high custody and order fees
  • Limited product range

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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Nordea and PostFinance?
Nordea: Stocks from 0.06% (min. €7) Nordic exchanges, international from €15. PostFinance: Custody fee CHF 90/year (standard), order fee from CHF 15 (online). Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Nordea or PostFinance?
Nordea offers Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Funds, Warrants. PostFinance offers Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Funds.
How are Nordea and PostFinance regulated?
The broker profiles list FI (Finland) for Nordea and FINMA for PostFinance. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Nordea or PostFinance better for beginners?
Nordea lists a 0 € minimum deposit and offers Nordea Investor Web, Nordea App. PostFinance lists 0 CHF and offers PostFinance E-Trading, PostFinance App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Nordea vs PostFinance: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Nordea (3.7/5, 1100 reviews) and PostFinance (3.6/5, 800 reviews) depends on your needs. Nordea: Northern Europe's largest bank with integrated securities trading. PostFinance: Securities trading at Swiss PostFinance with E-Trading.

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