Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
Angel One vs Firstrade
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Angel One |  Firstrade |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | ₹0 | $0 |
| Stock trade fee | ₹20 | $0 |
| Account fee | ₹0 | $0 |
| Markets | Bonds, ETFs, Forex, Funds, Futures, Options, StocksCovers more | Stocks, ETFs, Options, Funds |
| Options contract fee | ₹20 | $0 |
| Inactivity fee | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Regulators | Not confirmed | SIPC, FINRA |
| Investor protection | Not confirmed | SIPC up to USD 500,000 |
| Margin rate | 0% | Not confirmed |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | Not confirmed | Free for bank transfers, $25 for wire transfers |
| Platforms | Not confirmed | Web, iOS, Android, IPad |
| Account types | Not confirmed | IRA, Roth IRA, Joint |
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Key differences
- Angel One scores higher overall: 9.6 vs 9.5.
- Markets: only Angel One offers Bonds, Forex, Futures.
- Features: only Firstrade offers Options, Fractional shares.
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.
Firstrade
Firstrade is a US commission-free broker for retail savers who want retirement accounts and low costs in the same place. Protection is listed as SIPC up to USD 500,000, the minimum deposit is $0, and the trade-off is a market list limited to US equities, funds and options.
Score breakdown
| Area | Angel One | Firstrade |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.4Account fee INR 0 and margin rate 0% are the strong points, while INR 20 for each stock trade holds the cost score back. | 9.5HigherStock trades cost $0 and options contracts $0; transfers run Free for bank transfers, $25 for wire transfers. |
| Offer | 9.9Higher | 9.4 |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 9.6 |
Availability and regulation
| Country | Angel One | Firstrade |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Not confirmed | SIPC SIPC member 34642 |
Additional countries for Angel One: 1. Additional countries for Firstrade: 1.
Side by side, item by item
| Markets | Angel One | Firstrade |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | Yes | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | No |
| Options | Yes | Yes |
| Futures | Yes | No |
| Bonds | Yes | No |
| Funds | Yes | Yes |
How they place
| Ranking | Angel One | Firstrade |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 32 of 490 | 38 of 490 |
| Options trading platforms | 6 of 103 | 10 of 103 |
Where these facts come from
Angel One
- angelone.in: 7 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Firstrade
- firstrade.com: 12 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- brokerchooser.com: 3 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- sipc.org: 3 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Angel One | Firstrade |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Demo account, Mobile app | Demo account, Options, Mobile app, Fractional sharesCovers more |
| Pricing model | Not confirmed | Commission free |
| Audience | Not confirmed | Beginners, Experienced, Day traders |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | FIRSTRADE SECURITIES INC |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | United States |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 1985 |
| Support channels | Not confirmed | Phone, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Angel One | Firstrade | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inactivity fee | Not confirmed | $0at the median | $0 |
| Margin rate | 0%lowest quarter | Not confirmed | 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.
Firstrade
Pros
- Regulated in the US by FINRA and SIPC, with protection stated as SIPC up to USD 500,000 and a membership record at SIPC member 34642.
- A traditional IRA, a Roth IRA and a joint account all sit in ira, roth ira and joint under the commission-free pricing in commission free, so retirement and shared accounts hold at the same cost.
- Fractional shares and a demo account sit in demo account, options and mobile app, which helps the beginners and day traders named in beginners, experienced and day traders start small.
Cons
- The market list in stocks, etfs and options covers stocks, ETFs, options and funds, a narrow range next to eToro at stocks, etfs and forex and CFI at stocks, etfs and forex.
- Live chat and email are not among the listed support channels (phone and help centre), which pair a phone line with a help centre.
- An ISA and a SIPP are not among the listed account types (ira, roth ira and joint), which cover a traditional IRA, a Roth IRA and a joint account.
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.
Firstrade
Who it suits
- US savers who want commission-free stock and ETF trading inside a retirement account, since the list in ira, roth ira and joint covers an IRA and a Roth IRA.
- Investors who trade in small amounts, because fractional shares in demo account, options and mobile app work alongside a $0 entry point.
- Day traders in US equities, named in beginners, experienced and day traders with a mobile app among the platforms in Web, iOS and Android.
Who should look elsewhere
- Traders who want forex, CFDs or crypto alongside equities: eToro lists stocks, etfs and forex and CFI lists stocks, etfs and forex, while Firstrade stays within stocks, etfs and options.
- UK and European savers who need a tax wrapper, since ira, roth ira and joint names no ISA or SIPP. Vantage, which sets $5 as its entry point, is worth pricing alongside.
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 | Firstrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Firstrade
What does it cost to trade stocks and options?+
Stock trades cost $0 and the options contract fee is $0, so nothing is charged per trade on either side. The pricing model listed is commission free, which matches that, and the same terms apply to stocks and options contracts. A reader comparing quotes will find the same line on both markets.
Are there account or inactivity fees?+
The account fee is $0 and the inactivity fee is $0, so an account can sit open and untouched without an annual charge or a dormant penalty. That suits a saver who funds a retirement account and does not trade every month, since holding a small balance costs nothing beyond the trades themselves.
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