Broker comparison

Rakuten Securities vs.
Zerodha

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Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

Your goal decides.

Zerodha has a higher rating of 4.4/5 compared to Rakuten Securities (4.2/5). Rakuten Securities has been in the market since 1999, making it the more experienced provider.

Japan's leading online broker with Rakuten ecosystem integration

India's largest discount broker with over 15 million customers

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsMarketSpeed II, iSPEED App, Rakuten WebKite Web, Kite App, Console
Product typesJapanese Stocks, US Stocks, Mutual Funds, Bonds, F&O, FXIndian Stocks, F&O, Commodities, Currency, Mutual Funds, Bonds
Options tradingYes, stock options on OSEYes, Indian stock options (NSE/BSE)
Fee model¥0 commission for Japanese stocks (Super Discount), US stocks from 0.495%₹0 for delivery, ₹20 per order (intraday/F&O)
Minimum deposit0 ¥0 ₹
RegulationFSA JapanSEBI
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Platforms

Rakuten Securities

MarketSpeed II, iSPEED App, Rakuten Web

Zerodha

Kite Web, Kite App, Console

Product types

Rakuten Securities

Japanese Stocks, US Stocks, Mutual Funds, Bonds, F&O, FX

Zerodha

Indian Stocks, F&O, Commodities, Currency, Mutual Funds, Bonds

Options trading

Rakuten Securities

Yes, stock options on OSE

Zerodha

Yes, Indian stock options (NSE/BSE)

Fee model

Rakuten Securities

¥0 commission for Japanese stocks (Super Discount), US stocks from 0.495%

Zerodha

₹0 for delivery, ₹20 per order (intraday/F&O)

Minimum deposit

Rakuten Securities

0 ¥

Zerodha

0 ₹

Regulation

Rakuten Securities

FSA Japan

Zerodha

SEBI

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Rakuten Securities

Details

Zerodha

Details

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

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Comparing fees

Compare total costs, not just the order fee.

¥0 commission for Japanese stocks (Super Discount), US stocks from 0.495%

Published fee
¥0 commission for Japanese stocks (Super Discount), US stocks from 0.495%
Minimum deposit
0 ¥
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₹0 for delivery, ₹20 per order (intraday/F&O)

Published fee
₹0 for delivery, ₹20 per order (intraday/F&O)
Minimum deposit
0 ₹
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

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Provider information

Product range

Japanese StocksUS StocksMutual FundsBondsF&OFX
Indian StocksF&OCommoditiesCurrencyMutual FundsBonds

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Trading platforms

MarketSpeed II · iSPEED App · Rakuten Web

Rakuten Securities offers three platform access points: MarketSpeed II as a professional desktop trading platform with advanced charting and analysis tools, the web platform for browser-based trading, and iSPEED as a mobile app for trading on the go. MarketSpeed II provides algorithmic trading features and comprehensive technical analysis tools that meet professional standards.

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Kite Web · Kite App · Console

Zerodha offers Kite, a modern and fast trading platform as web app and mobile app. Kite includes TradingView charts, various order types, watchlists, and intuitive portfolio management. Console serves as the back office for reports, tax overviews, and account settings. Varsity complements the offering as a comprehensive educational platform for all knowledge levels.

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Regulation & security

FSA Japan

Regulatory information

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

Your investor profile

Who might it suit?

Japan's leading online broker with Rakuten ecosystem integration

  • Free trading of Japanese stocks (Super Discount)
  • Integration with Rakuten Points and Rakuten Bank
  • Over 25 years of experience, FSA-regulated
  • Platform mainly in Japanese
  • International stocks with higher fees

India's largest discount broker with over 15 million customers

  • No fees for delivery trades (stocks/ETFs)
  • Kite platform: modern, fast and intuitive
  • SEBI-regulated and India's largest broker
  • Only Indian markets, no international access
  • No phone customer service (tickets only)

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Rakuten Securities oder Zerodha?

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Rakuten Securities4.2
  • Free trading of Japanese stocks (Super Discount)
  • Integration with Rakuten Points and Rakuten Bank
  • Over 25 years of experience, FSA-regulated
Zerodha4.4
  • No fees for delivery trades (stocks/ETFs)
  • Kite platform: modern, fast and intuitive
  • SEBI-regulated and India's largest broker
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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Rakuten Securities and Zerodha?
Rakuten Securities: ¥0 commission for Japanese stocks (Super Discount), US stocks from 0.495%. Zerodha: ₹0 for delivery, ₹20 per order (intraday/F&O). Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Rakuten Securities or Zerodha?
Rakuten Securities offers Japanese Stocks, US Stocks, Mutual Funds, Bonds, F&O, FX. Zerodha offers Indian Stocks, F&O, Commodities, Currency, Mutual Funds, Bonds.
How are Rakuten Securities and Zerodha regulated?
The broker profiles list FSA Japan for Rakuten Securities and SEBI for Zerodha. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Rakuten Securities or Zerodha better for beginners?
Rakuten Securities lists a 0 ¥ minimum deposit and offers MarketSpeed II, iSPEED App, Rakuten Web. Zerodha lists 0 ₹ and offers Kite Web, Kite App, Console. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Rakuten Securities vs Zerodha: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Rakuten Securities (4.2/5, 1400 reviews) and Zerodha (4.4/5, 2500 reviews) depends on your needs. Rakuten Securities: Japan's leading online broker with Rakuten ecosystem integration. Zerodha: India's largest discount broker with over 15 million customers.

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