Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
Admirals vs Bitpanda
Where Admirals and Bitpanda differ
| Compare |  Admirals |  Bitpanda |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $25 | €1 |
| Stock trade fee | $0.020 | €1 |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto, Bonds | Stocks, ETFs, Crypto, Metals |
| Regulators | FCA, CySEC, ASIC | FMA (Austria), BaFin (Germany), Austrian Financial Market Authority (FMA), Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin), Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), AT FMA |
| Investor protection | FSCS up to GBP 85,000 | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 |
| Inactivity fee | €10 | Not confirmed |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | Not confirmed | Free deposits |
| Maximum retail leverage | 1:30 | Not confirmed |
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Key differences
- Regulators: only Admirals offers FCA, CySEC, ASIC.
- Regulators: only Bitpanda offers FMA (Austria), BaFin (Germany), Austrian Financial Market Authority (FMA).
- Markets: only Admirals offers Forex, CFDs, Bonds.
- Markets: only Bitpanda offers Metals.
Our verdict on each
Admirals
Admirals suits retail investors who want one account across several markets with UK regulation behind it. Costs sit mid pack: a stock trade fee of $0.02 and an inactivity fee of €10 put it ahead of some rivals and behind cheaper ones.
Bitpanda
Bitpanda suits retail investors in Europe who want one app for shares, ETFs, crypto and metals, starting from a minimum deposit of €1. Regulated in Austria, Germany and Malta, it charges €1 for a stock trade, a per-trade cost active traders will notice.
Score breakdown
| Area | Admirals | Bitpanda |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.8A stock trade fee of $0.02 on a $25 minimum deposit, plus €10 for idling. | 8.9HigherA minimum deposit of €1 and stock trade fees of €1, with free deposits, sit well against the site medians. |
| Offer | 9.7Higher | 8.7 |
| Trust | 9.5 | 10.0Higher |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Admirals | Bitpanda |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 64 of 471 | 11 of 471 |
Sources behind this comparison
Admirals
- beinoptions.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- fxscouts.ng: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- premiumtrading.co: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- fxleaders.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
- olxforex.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Bitpanda
- bitpanda.com: 8 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- esma.europa.eu: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Admirals | Bitpanda |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Not confirmed | Crypto, Fractional shares, Mobile app, Demo account |
| Legal entity | Admirals SC Ltd | Bitpanda GmbH |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Austria |
| Founded | 2001 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Not confirmed | Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Admirals | Bitpanda | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inactivity fee | €10above the median | Not confirmed | €2.45 |
Median across 14 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
Admirals
Pros
- Regulated by the FCA in the UK, plus CySEC and ASIC, so UK clients sit under a UK watchdog and client asset rules
- Investor protection stated as FSCS up to GBP 85,000
- One account spans stocks, etfs and forex, so forex, CFDs, shares, ETFs, crypto and bonds sit in one place
Cons
- An inactivity fee of €10 applies, and it ranks high at 39 of 56 brands on this measure
- The stock trade fee of $0.02 sits above the site median of €0, and above the commission free model offered by eToro at $0
- The minimum deposit of $25 ranks at 120 of 213, so it is not the cheapest account to open
Bitpanda
Pros
- The minimum deposit is €1, low against the site median of €4.64
- A stock trade costs €1 and deposits are free
- Regulated by the FMA, BaFin and the MFSA, with investor protection stated as EU ICS up to EUR 20,000
Cons
- Stock trade fees of €1 are higher than a commission-free model, where eToro charges $0
- Support runs on help centre only
- A flat stock trade fee of €1 does not suit frequent small trades
Who each suits
Admirals
Who it suits
- UK retail investors who want an FCA regulated account covering shares, ETFs, forex, CFDs, crypto and bonds in one place
- Investors who hold across asset classes and want FSCS up to GBP 85,000 behind the balance
- Traders who can start small on a $25 minimum deposit and trade on a $0.02 stock fee
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone wanting a commission free stock deal, where eToro charges $0
- Long term holders who leave a balance untouched, since the inactivity fee runs at €10
- Anyone starting with no money at all, since CFI opens on a minimum deposit of $0 and Vantage on $5
Bitpanda
Who it suits
- Beginners building a first portfolio in euro amounts
- Investors who want shares and crypto in one app
- Retail investors who value a low deposit of €1
Who should look elsewhere
- Active traders, since eToro charges $0 on a stock trade
- Anyone wanting phone or live chat help, as support runs on help centre
- Anyone wanting to start without funding, since CFI asks for a minimum deposit of $0 against €1 here
Questions about each
Admirals
What does Admirals charge to trade a stock?+
A stock trade fee of $0.02 applies on trades. That is above the site median of €0, so a reader who deals in shares often should weigh the cost against a commission free alternative before committing.
How much do I need to open an account?+
The minimum deposit is $25. The site median across tracked brands is €4.64, and Admirals ranks at 120 of 213 on this measure, so the entry point is accessible without being the lowest available.
Bitpanda
What is the minimum deposit at Bitpanda?+
The minimum deposit is €1, below the site median of €4.64, and Bitpanda ranks at 75 of 213 brands on that measure. Money can also be added at no charge, since deposits are free.
How much does it cost to trade shares?+
A stock trade costs €1. That sits above a commission-free model, where eToro charges $0, and Bitpanda ranks at 116 of 161 brands on stock trade fees, so the cost per order is the figure to weigh.
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