Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
Admirals vs Linxea
Admirals vs Linxea: the differences
| Compare |  Admirals |  Linxea |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $25 | €100 |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto, Bonds | Funds, Bonds |
| Regulators | FCA, CySEC, ASIC | ORIAS |
| Investor protection | FSCS up to GBP 85,000 | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 |
| Stock trade fee | $0.020 | Not confirmed |
| Inactivity fee | €10 | Not confirmed |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | Not confirmed | 0% entry fee on Linxea Avenir 2 |
| Maximum retail leverage | 1:30 | Not confirmed |
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Key differences
- Admirals scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 8.7.
- Regulators: only Admirals offers FCA, CySEC, ASIC.
- Regulators: only Linxea offers ORIAS.
- Admirals is licensed in 2 more countries.
- Markets: only Admirals offers Stocks, ETFs, Forex.
- Markets: only Linxea offers Funds.
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.
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 | Admirals | Linxea |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.8HigherA stock trade fee of $0.02 on a $25 minimum deposit, plus €10 for idling. | 8.4No entry fee on the Linxea Avenir contract, 0% entry fee on Linxea Avenir 2, though €100 is a high floor. |
| Offer | 9.7Higher | 9.1 |
| Trust | 9.5Higher | 8.6 |
Availability and regulation
| Country | Admirals | Linxea |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Not confirmed | |
| Cyprus | Not confirmed | |
| France | Not confirmed | ORIAS 07031073 |
| United Kingdom | Not confirmed |
How they place
| Ranking | Admirals | Linxea |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 64 of 471 | 7 of 471 |
Side by side, item by item
| Markets | Admirals | Linxea |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | No |
| ETFs | Yes | No |
| Forex | Yes | No |
| CFDs | Yes | No |
| Crypto | Yes | No |
| Bonds | Yes | Yes |
| Funds | No | Yes |
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
Linxea
- linxea.com: 8 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- bogleheads.org: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Admirals | Linxea |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Not confirmed | Low fees |
| Legal entity | Admirals SC Ltd | LINXEA SAS |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | France |
| Founded | 2001 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Not confirmed | Phone, Help centre, Community |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Admirals | Linxea | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock trade fee | $0.020highest quarter | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Inactivity fee | €10above the median | Not confirmed | €2.45 |
Median across 91 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
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
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
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 | Admirals | Linxea |
|---|---|---|
| France | No | Yes |
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.
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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