Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
Angel One vs LYNX
Where Angel One and LYNX differ
| Compare |  Angel One |  LYNX |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | ₹0 | $0 |
| Stock trade fee | ₹20 | $5 |
| Account fee | ₹0 | €0 |
| Margin rate | 0%Lower | 7.1% |
| Inactivity fee | Not confirmed | €5 |
| Options contract fee | ₹20 | Not confirmed |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | Not confirmed | One withdrawal per month free |
| Platforms | Not confirmed | LYNX+, Trader Workstation, Trading App |
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 9.3.
- Margin rate is lower at Angel One: 0% vs 7.1%.
- Features: only LYNX offers 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.
LYNX
LYNX suits experienced traders who want a long list of markets behind the same account. The account fee is €0 and the minimum deposit is $0, so holding costs nothing, while a stock trade fee of $5 makes dealing the cost centre.
Score breakdown
| Area | Angel One | LYNX |
|---|---|---|
| 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. | 9.0Costly to trade: stock trade fees rank 139 of 161 and the inactivity fee 34 of 56, against an account fee of €0. |
| Offer | 9.9Higher | 9.6 |
Side by side, item by item
| Markets | Angel One | LYNX |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | Yes | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | Yes |
| Options | Yes | Yes |
| Futures | Yes | Yes |
| Bonds | Yes | Yes |
| Funds | Yes | Yes |
How they place
| Ranking | Angel One | LYNX |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 32 of 490 | 65 of 490 |
| Forex brokers | 11 of 147 | 28 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 9 of 145 | 26 of 145 |
| Options trading platforms | 6 of 103 | 20 of 103 |
| Futures trading platforms | 7 of 83 | 16 of 83 |
| Margin trading brokers | 3 of 22 | 10 of 22 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Angel One | LYNX |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Demo account, Mobile app | Fractional shares, Demo account, Mobile appCovers more |
| Pricing model | Not confirmed | Low fees |
| Audience | Not confirmed | Experienced |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Angel One | LYNX | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inactivity fee | Not confirmed | €5above the median | €0 |
| Margin rate | 0%lowest quarter | 7.1%below the median | 8.79% |
| Options contract fee | ₹20at the median | Not confirmed | ₹20 |
Median across 22 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.
LYNX
Pros
- Nothing to pay for the account itself: fees run €0 and the minimum deposit is $0.
- The same account covers stocks, etfs and forex, putting shares, funds, bonds and derivatives under one roof.
- Platform choice runs from the LYNX+ terminal to the Trader Workstation and a mobile app, and a demo account with fractional shares comes with it.
Cons
- A stock trade fee of $5 applies to every deal, so frequent dealing raises the bill quickly.
- An inactivity fee of €5 applies, so money left untouched still carries a charge.
- A margin rate of 7.1% means a small deposit can control a much larger position.
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.
LYNX
Who it suits
- Experienced traders: the audience listed is experienced, and the account is priced as a low fee model.
- Anyone who wants stocks, etfs and forex sitting in the same login.
- Traders who want to practise first, with a demo account and fractional shares alongside a mobile app.
Who should look elsewhere
- eToro for occasional share buying: its stock trade fee is $0 against $5 at LYNX, so small repeated deals cost more here.
- Vantage for anyone who must start with a deposit: the minimum deposit there is $5 while LYNX opens at $0.
- CFI for CFD and crypto trading, since its markets run to stocks, etfs and forex while LYNX runs to stocks, etfs and forex.
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 | LYNX |
|---|---|---|
| India | Yes | No |
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.
LYNX
What does LYNX charge to open and hold an account?+
Opening and holding are free: the account fee is €0 and the minimum deposit is $0. Costs appear only when you trade, through a stock trade fee of $5. The account is priced overall as a low fee model rather than a subscription service.
What does a stock trade cost on LYNX?+
A stock trade costs $5 with no account fee on top, and the same account also carries forex, options, futures, bonds and funds. On share dealing alone LYNX sits near the back of the brands compared, at 139 of 161.