Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
AvaTrade vs Bitpanda
Where AvaTrade and Bitpanda differ
| Compare | AvaTrade ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |  Bitpanda |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $100 | €1 |
| Stock trade fee | $0 | €1 |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Options, Crypto, Bonds | Stocks, ETFs, Crypto, Metals |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | No deposit or withdrawal fees | Free deposits |
| Inactivity fee | $50 | Not confirmed |
| Regulators | Not confirmed | FMA (Austria), BaFin (Germany), Austrian Financial Market Authority (FMA), Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin), Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), AT FMA |
| Investor protection | Not confirmed | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, AvaTradeGO, WebTrader | Not confirmed |
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Key differences
- Bitpanda scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 9.2.
- Markets: only AvaTrade offers Forex, CFDs, Options.
- Markets: only Bitpanda offers Metals.
- Features: only AvaTrade offers Copy trading.
- Features: only Bitpanda offers Crypto, Fractional shares.
Our verdict on each
AvaTrade
AvaTrade is a commission-free CFD and forex broker for traders who want no deposit or withdrawal charges and free stock dealing, and who can start at a minimum deposit of $100. The catch is an inactivity fee of $50 on dormant accounts, so this suits active traders rather than occasional investors.
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 | AvaTrade | Bitpanda |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.7Stock dealing costs $0 with no deposit or withdrawal fees, offset by an inactivity fee of $50. | 8.9HigherA minimum deposit of €1 and stock trade fees of €1, with free deposits, sit well against the site medians. |
| Offer | 9.8Higher | 8.7 |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 10.0 |
Availability and regulation
| Country | AvaTrade | Bitpanda |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | Not confirmed | Austrian Financial Market Authority (FMA) MiCA CASP 5493007WZ7IFULIL8G21 AT_FMA PSD_EMI AT_FMA_54966 |
| Germany | Not confirmed | Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) MiCA CASP 9845005X9B7N610K0093 |
| Malta | Not confirmed | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) MiCA CASP 984500DEID7B03J77118 |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | AvaTrade | Bitpanda |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 89 of 471 | 11 of 471 |
What each covers
| Markets | AvaTrade | Bitpanda |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | Yes | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | No |
| CFDs | Yes | No |
| Options | Yes | No |
| Crypto | Yes | Yes |
| Bonds | Yes | No |
| Metals | No | Yes |
Where these facts come from
AvaTrade
- forexsuggest.com: 4 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- tradingcritique.com: 4 facts, 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 | AvaTrade | Bitpanda |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Demo account, Mobile app, Copy trading | Crypto, Fractional shares, Mobile app, Demo account |
| Pricing model | Commission free | Not confirmed |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | Bitpanda GmbH |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Austria |
| Support channels | Not confirmed | Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | AvaTrade | Bitpanda | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inactivity fee | $50highest quarter | Not confirmed | $0 |
Median across 37 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
AvaTrade
Pros
- Stock dealing is free, with a stock trade fee of $0
- No deposit or withdrawal fees, so funding and getting money out cost nothing
- A demo account, a mobile app and copy trading are all offered
Cons
- Dormant accounts attract an inactivity fee of $50
- The minimum deposit of $100 is higher than the site median of €4.64
- Copy trading sits well below the site average of 9.6%
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
AvaTrade
Who it suits
- Traders who keep an account active and want free deposits and withdrawals
- Anyone who wants to trade forex, CFDs, options and crypto in one place
- Copy traders who want to follow other people's positions as well as run their own
Who should look elsewhere
- Investors who need a tax-sheltered investment account
- Anyone who would leave a balance sitting untouched for long periods
- CFI or Vantage suit people who want a lower starting deposit
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
AvaTrade
What does it cost to trade stocks at AvaTrade?+
Stock dealing carries a stock trade fee of $0, and pricing is commission-free, so there is no separate dealing commission layered on top. Other costs are thinner too: funding an account carries no deposit fee.
What is the smallest amount needed to open an account?+
The minimum deposit is $100. That sits above the site median of €4.64 and above the lower quartile of €0, so it is a higher starting bar than many brokers on the site.
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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