Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
Angel One vs Fidelity
Where Angel One and Fidelity differ
| Compare |  Angel One |  Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | ₹0 | $0 |
| Stock trade fee | ₹20 | $0 |
| Account fee | ₹0 | $0 |
| Margin rate | 0%Lower | 12.375% |
| Options contract fee | ₹20 | $0.65 |
| Inactivity fee | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Regulators | Not confirmed | SEC, FINRA, SIPC |
| Investor protection | Not confirmed | SIPC up to USD 500,000 |
| Account types | Not confirmed | IRA, Roth IRA, Joint |
Same on both: Markets (Bonds, ETFs, Forex, Funds, Futures, Options, Stocks).
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Key differences
- Angel One scores higher overall: 9.6 vs 9.5.
- Margin rate is lower at Angel One: 0% vs 12.375%.
- Features: only Fidelity offers Fractional shares, Crypto, Options.
Our verdict on each
Angel One
Angel One suits beginners and active traders in India who want a mobile app and a demo account, with no minimum deposit at INR 0. The account fee of INR 0 keeps holding costs low, while the stock trade fee of INR 20 makes frequent buying the expensive part.
Fidelity
Fidelity is a US brokerage that suits investors who want to hold and trade without a standing charge: its minimum deposit, account fee and inactivity fee all sit at $0, $0 and $0. Stock dealing is commission-free, with SIPC protection recorded as SIPC up to USD 500,000.
Score breakdown
| Area | Angel One | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.4HigherAccount fee INR 0 and margin rate 0% are the strong points, while INR 20 for each stock trade holds the cost score back. | 9.1Site ranks it 1 of 138 on account fee and 1 of 161 on stock trade fee. |
| Offer | 9.9Higher | 9.5 |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 9.8 |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Angel One | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Not confirmed | SIPC SIPC member 23292 |
Additional countries for Angel One: 1. Additional countries for Fidelity: 1.
What each covers
| Markets | Angel One | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | Yes | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | Yes |
| Options | Yes | Yes |
| Futures | Yes | Yes |
| Bonds | Yes | Yes |
| Funds | Yes | Yes |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Angel One | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 32 of 490 | 37 of 490 |
| Forex brokers | 11 of 147 | 14 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 9 of 145 | 12 of 145 |
| Options trading platforms | 6 of 103 | 9 of 103 |
| Futures trading platforms | 7 of 83 | 10 of 83 |
| Margin trading brokers | 3 of 22 | 5 of 22 |
What we checked
Angel One
- angelone.in: 7 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Fidelity
- brokerage-review.com: 6 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- editorialge.com: 5 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- en.wikipedia.org: 4 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- fidelity.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
- sipc.org: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Angel One | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Demo account, Mobile app | Fractional shares, Demo account, Mobile app, Crypto, Options, FuturesCovers more |
| Pricing model | Not confirmed | Commission free |
| Audience | Not confirmed | Beginners, Experienced |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | FIDELITY BROKERAGE SERVICES LLC |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | United States |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 1946 |
| Support channels | Not confirmed | Phone, Community |
Robo-advisors
| Fact | Angel One | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio types | Not confirmed | ETF, ESG, Crypto |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Angel One | Fidelity | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inactivity fee | Not confirmed | $0at the median | $0 |
| Margin rate | 0%lowest quarter | 12.375%highest quarter | 8.79% |
Median across 36 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
Angel One
Pros
- Account upkeep is simple: the account fee is INR 0.
- You can start small, since the minimum deposit is INR 0.
- One account covers bonds, etfs and forex, so shares, funds, bonds and derivatives sit together.
Cons
- The stock trade fee of INR 20 is the weak spot: eToro lists $0 for the same trade.
- On stock trade fee it ranks position 99 of 161, so it sits well down that list.
- Each options contract adds INR 20, and that charge repeats on every contract you trade.
Fidelity
Pros
- Costs sit at the floor: stock trade fee $0, account fee $0, inactivity fee $0 and minimum deposit $0
- The client entity is listed on the SIPC register as SIPC member 23292, with protection recorded at SIPC up to USD 500,000
- Account types cover retirement and shared holdings: ira, roth ira and joint
Cons
- Support runs on phone and community only, so that list carries no chat or email channel
- Options contracts cost $0.65 each, the main charge where stock dealing is free
- Margin borrowing is priced at 12.375%, a cost on top of the free equity dealing
Who each suits
Angel One
Who it suits
- New investors in India who want to open an account with no minimum deposit and try a demo account first.
- Traders who work mainly from a phone, since a mobile app is one of the listed features in demo account and mobile app.
- Buy and hold investors, because the account fee of INR 0 keeps the cost of holding steady.
Who should look elsewhere
- Frequent share traders, since eToro lists $0 on stock trades against INR 20 here.
- Anyone who wants a stated starting amount to plan around: Vantage lists $5 while Angel One lists INR 0.
Fidelity
Who it suits
- Retirement savers, since ira, roth ira and joint are all listed as account types
- Buyers investing small amounts, as fractional shares sit in fractional shares, demo account and mobile app
- Traders who want stocks, bonds, funds, options, futures and forex in one place, as stocks, etfs and options shows
Who should look elsewhere
- Traders who want CFDs, since stocks, etfs and options leaves them out and CFI lists stocks, etfs and forex
- Anyone who prefers a required opening deposit, since $0 sets none where Vantage asks $5
Current offers
Angel One
Current offer
First period offer
Rs 0 brokerage for first 30 days up to Rs 500: Rs 500 brokerage discount
Brokerage up to Rs 500 will not be charged for the first 30 days after onboarding; 0 brokerage across all segments for first 30 days, up to Rs 500
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Angel One | Fidelity |
|---|---|---|
| India | Yes | No |
| United States | No | Yes |
Questions about each
Angel One
Is there a minimum deposit to open an account?+
The minimum deposit is listed as INR 0, so you can open an account and add money when you are ready. Across the 213 brands on our ranking, Angel One sits at position 1 on this measure, which puts it among the cheapest ways in.
What does it cost to keep the account open?+
The account fee is listed as INR 0, so there is no charge for holding the account open. That measure places Angel One at position 1 across 138 brands ranked, so upkeep is the strongest part of the cost picture. Your costs come from each deal instead.
Fidelity
What does it cost to trade stocks at Fidelity?+
Stock dealing is commission-free, with a stock trade fee of $0. The account fee is $0 and the minimum deposit is $0, so there is no standing charge to hold the account. Options contracts are the exception, at $0.65 each.
Is there an inactivity fee if I stop trading?+
The inactivity fee is $0, so an idle account is not charged for sitting still. On the site it ranks 1 of 56 brands measured for that fee. With the account fee at $0, a dormant account carries no listed running cost.
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