Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
ActivTrades vs Linxea
Where ActivTrades and Linxea differ
| Compare |  ActivTrades |  Linxea |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $0 | €100 |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto, Bonds | Funds, Bonds |
| Regulators | FCA, SCB, CMVM, FSC, BACEN | ORIAS |
| Investor protection | FSCS up to GBP 85,000 | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | Free deposits and withdrawals | 0% entry fee on Linxea Avenir 2 |
| Stock trade fee | $0 | Not confirmed |
| Account fee | $0 | Not confirmed |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 84% | Not confirmed |
| Currency conversion fee | 0.5% | Not confirmed |
| Platforms | ActivTrader, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView | Not confirmed |
| Interest on cash | 3.3% | Not confirmed |
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Key differences
- ActivTrades scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 8.7.
- Regulators: only ActivTrades offers FCA, SCB, CMVM.
- Regulators: only Linxea offers ORIAS.
- Markets: only ActivTrades offers Stocks, ETFs, Forex.
- Markets: only Linxea offers Funds.
- Pricing model: only ActivTrades offers Commission free.
- Pricing model: only Linxea offers Low fees.
Our verdict on each
ActivTrades
ActivTrades suits active share and CFD traders who want broad market access with commission free dealing and flexible platform choice for everyday orders. Minimum deposit sits at $0, stock trade fee sits at $0 and retail accounts that lose money sit at 84%, so careful risk controls remain essential.
Linxea
Linxea sits apart from the brokers on this page because it is a French savings and life insurance platform rather than a share dealing site, and the money sits under EU ICS up to EUR 20,000. It suits savers in France who want funds and bonds held for the long term with no entry charge.
Score breakdown
| Area | ActivTrades | Linxea |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.3HigherAccount fee sits at $0 so holding costs stay contained | 8.4No entry fee on the Linxea Avenir contract, 0% entry fee on Linxea Avenir 2, though €100 is a high floor. |
| Offer | 9.6HigherCoverage spans stocks, ETFs and forex across shares and leveraged products | 9.1 |
| Trust | 9.5HigherOversight includes FCA, SCB and CMVM with FCA cover for reassurance | 8.6 |
Side by side, item by item
| Markets | ActivTrades | Linxea |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | No |
| ETFs | Yes | No |
| Forex | Yes | No |
| CFDs | Yes | No |
| Crypto | Yes | No |
| Bonds | Yes | Yes |
| Funds | No | Yes |
Licences and countries
| Country | ActivTrades | Linxea |
|---|---|---|
| France | Not confirmed | ORIAS 07031073 |
Where these facts come from
ActivTrades
- activtrades.com: 12 facts, checked September 28, 2026
- help.activtrades.com: 1 fact, checked September 29, 2026
Linxea
- linxea.com: 8 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- bogleheads.org: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | ActivTrades | Linxea |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 1 of 490 | 7 of 490 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | ActivTrades | Linxea |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Crypto, Demo account, Fractional shares, Mobile app | Not confirmed |
| Pricing model | Commission free | Low fees |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | LINXEA SAS |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | France |
| Support channels | Not confirmed | Phone, Help centre, Community |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | ActivTrades | Linxea | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock trade fee | $0at the median | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Account fee | $0at the median | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 84%highest quarter | Not confirmed | 70.375% |
| Currency conversion fee | 0.5%above the median | Not confirmed | 0.4% |
| Interest on cash | 3.3%above the median | Not confirmed | 3% |
Median across 81 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
ActivTrades
Pros
- Stock trade fee sits at $0 for share dealing under commission free
- Minimum deposit sits at $0, below eToro at $50
- Funding terms read Free deposits and withdrawals for deposits and withdrawals
Cons
- Retail accounts that lose money sit at 84%, above the CFD median at 72.05%
- Currency conversion on funding costs 0.5% for balances held in other currencies
- Cash interest sits at 3.3%, which limits appeal for cash heavy portfolios
Linxea
Pros
- No entry fee on the Linxea Avenir contract: 0% entry fee on Linxea Avenir 2
- Deposits start at €100, above the site median of €4.64
- Regulated in France by ORIAS, with EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 behind the money
Cons
- The range is narrow: funds and bonds means no share dealing on this platform
- The minimum deposit of €100 sits well above $0 at CFI
- Regulators listed: ORIAS, with the base in France, so UK clients have no named UK protection
Who each suits
ActivTrades
Who it suits
- New traders starting modestly with entry at $0 and practice via crypto, demo account and fractional shares
- Share traders wanting dealing at $0 across stocks, ETFs and forex with platform choice
- CFD traders wanting structured support via email, chat and phone where funding reads Free deposits and withdrawals
Who should look elsewhere
- Traders wanting crypto led dealing with very low cash entry may prefer Kraken at $1
- Traders wanting social and copy features may prefer eToro despite higher entry at $50
Linxea
Who it suits
- French savers who want a long term savings contract, not day trading
- Investors happy to hold funds and bonds rather than trade shares
- People who value a registered French adviser and a clear EU ICS up to EUR 20,000
Who should look elsewhere
- Share traders, since funds and bonds offers funds and bonds only
- UK investors used to free entry, as CFI starts at $0
- Brokers with a wide asset list, such as eToro with stocks, etfs and forex
Current offers
Linxea
Current offer
Bonus
100 EUR offerts ouverture Linxea Spirit 2 enfant mineur: 100 EUR
ouverture d'un contrat Linxea Spirit 2 pour enfant mineur
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | ActivTrades | Linxea |
|---|---|---|
| France | No | Yes |
Questions about each
ActivTrades
What does ActivTrades charge for stock trades?+
Stock trade fee sits at $0 for share dealing. The pricing model is described by commission free, which helps keep ticket costs predictable for equity orders. Spreads and conversion charges can still apply on leveraged trades, so review order previews and statements before dealing.
Is ActivTrades regulated and safe?+
Oversight comes via FCA, SCB and CMVM, including FCA cover alongside other regional entities. Eligible balances carry protection at FSCS up to GBP 85,000. Protection applies under scheme rules and by entity, so confirm which entity serves your account during signup and keep account records.
Linxea
What does it cost to open a Linxea account?+
Opening money on the Linxea Avenir contract carries 0% entry fee on Linxea Avenir 2, so there is no charge for putting money in. The floor is €100, which sits above the €4.64 typical across the brokers compared here. Costs therefore show up in what the contract holds rather than in an entry charge.
What can you actually invest in?+
The listed markets are funds and bonds, so the range is unit funds and bonds rather than individual shares, derivatives or crypto. That suits a saver who wants a managed long term holding. Anyone needing a wider asset list will have to look elsewhere.
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