Broker comparison

TradeRepublic vs.
Trading212

Which broker fits your needs?

Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

Your goal decides.

Trading 212 (4.6/5) trades stocks and ETFs commission-free, charges 0.15% for currency conversion, offers fractional shares plus CFDs and forex, and runs as an app and on the web — regulated by the FCA and CySEC, not BaFin. Trade Republic (4.2/5) charges €1 per trade, is BaFin-regulated, keeps custody free and offers crypto and limited options access, but is app-only. If you want a German regulator, pick Trade Republic; for the lowest order fees and a web version, Trading 212.

German neobroker with app and web access

Commission-free stock trading with fractional shares

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsTrade Republic App, Web TerminalTrading 212 App, Trading 212 Web
Product typesStocks, ETFs, Bonds, Derivatives, CryptoStocks, ETFs, CFDs, Forex
Options tradingLimitedOptions coming soon
Fee modelBest price: €1 per trade; direct price: €2€0 commission, tight spreads
Minimum deposit0 €1 €
RegulationBaFinFCA/CySEC
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Platforms

TradeRepublic

Trade Republic App, Web Terminal

Trading212

Trading 212 App, Trading 212 Web

Product types

TradeRepublic

Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Derivatives, Crypto

Trading212

Stocks, ETFs, CFDs, Forex

Options trading

TradeRepublic

Limited

Trading212

Options coming soon

Fee model

TradeRepublic

Best price: €1 per trade; direct price: €2

Trading212

€0 commission, tight spreads

Minimum deposit

TradeRepublic

0 €

Trading212

1 €

Regulation

TradeRepublic

BaFin

Trading212

FCA/CySEC

More information

TradeRepublic

Details

Trading212

Details

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

Detailed comparison

Comparing fees

Compare total costs, not just the order fee.

Best price: €1 per trade; direct price: €2

Published fee
Best price: €1 per trade; direct price: €2
Minimum deposit
0 €
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€0 commission, tight spreads

Published fee
€0 commission, tight spreads
Minimum deposit
1 €
Spread figure
EUR/USD from 1.2 pip (CFD), 0% stock commission, FX conversion 0.15%
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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

StocksETFsBondsDerivativesCrypto
StocksETFsCFDsForex

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

Trading platforms

Trade Republic App · Web Terminal

Trade Republic supports orders through its mobile app and web version. Check the order preview for the available order types and venues for each product.

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Trading 212 App · Trading 212 Web

Trading212 offers the Trading 212 App and web platform. Both are designed for maximum simplicity: clear price display, one-tap buying, automatic savings plans (Pies), fractional shares, and portfolio analysis. MT4/MT5 are not supported.

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Regulation & security

Trade Republic Bank GmbH

BaFin

Regulatory information

FCA/CySEC

Regulatory information

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

Your investor profile

Who might it suit?

German neobroker with app and web access

  • Very easy to use
  • German app
  • Free custody
  • Limited options selection
  • Spreads and third-party costs may apply

Commission-free stock trading with fractional shares

  • No commissions
  • Very low minimum deposit
  • User-friendly app
  • No BaFin regulation
  • Limited research tools

Find the broker that fits

TradeRepublic oder Trading212?

Side by side. Decided with knowledge.

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In-depth analysis

Order fees and entry: Trade Republic charges €1 per trade; Trading 212 trades real stocks and ETFs at €0 commission with tight spreads. For pure buy-and-hold investors who frequently invest small amounts, Trading 212 is cheaper thanks to 0% commission. Entry is minimal at both — €0 minimum deposit at Trade Republic, €1 at Trading 212.

Regulation and safety: Trade Republic is BaFin-regulated, a meaningful trust factor for German investors; Trading 212 is supervised by the FCA and CySEC. Ratings: Trading 212 4.6/5, Trade Republic 4.2/5. Trade Republic execution runs, per the data, via the LS Exchange (~200–300 ms).

Products and verdict: Trade Republic (founded 2015, Berlin) trades stocks, ETFs, derivatives and crypto through an app-only interface with limited options access. Trading 212 (founded 2004, London) offers stocks, ETFs, CFDs and forex via app and web; options are announced ("Options coming soon") but not yet available. For BaFin safety, crypto and a pure German neobroker app, choose Trade Republic; to trade stocks and ETFs commission-free or also use CFDs and forex, Trading 212 is the fit.

Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between TradeRepublic and Trading212?
TradeRepublic: Best price: €1 per trade; direct price: €2. Trading212: €0 commission, tight spreads. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: TradeRepublic or Trading212?
TradeRepublic offers Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Derivatives, Crypto. Trading212 offers Stocks, ETFs, CFDs, Forex.
How are TradeRepublic and Trading212 regulated?
The broker profiles list BaFin for TradeRepublic and FCA/CySEC for Trading212. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is TradeRepublic or Trading212 better for beginners?
TradeRepublic lists a 0 € minimum deposit and offers Trade Republic App, Web Terminal. Trading212 lists 1 € and offers Trading 212 App, Trading 212 Web. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
TradeRepublic vs Trading212: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between TradeRepublic (4.2/5, 892 reviews) and Trading212 (4.6/5, 1892 reviews) depends on your needs. TradeRepublic: German neobroker with app and web access. Trading212: Commission-free stock trading with fractional shares.

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