Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
BUX vs EBC Financial Group
Where BUX and EBC Financial Group differ
| Compare |  BUX |  EBC Financial Group |
|---|---|---|
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, CryptoCovers more |
| Regulators | Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) | Financial Conduct Authority |
| Investor protection | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 | FSCS up to GBP 85,000 |
| Platforms | BUX app | MT4, MT5, EBC mobile app |
| Minimum deposit | Not confirmed | $50 |
| Stock trade fee | €3.99 | Not confirmed |
| Account fee | €2.99 | Not confirmed |
| Currency conversion fee | 0.75% | Not confirmed |
| Maximum retail leverage | Not confirmed | 1:500 |
| Interest on cash | 2% | Not confirmed |
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Key differences
- EBC Financial Group scores higher overall: 9.0 vs 8.6.
- Regulators: only BUX offers Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM).
- Regulators: only EBC Financial Group offers Financial Conduct Authority.
- Founded is lower at EBC Financial Group: 1994 vs 2013.
- Markets: only EBC Financial Group offers Forex, CFDs, Crypto.
- Platforms: only BUX offers BUX app.
- Platforms: only EBC Financial Group offers MT4, MT5, EBC mobile app.
- Features: only BUX offers Fractional shares.
- Features: only EBC Financial Group offers Demo account, Copy trading.
Our verdict on each
BUX
BUX suits investors who want a Dutch broker for stocks and ETFs and accept a set fee per trade. It charges an account fee of €2.99 and a stock trade fee of €3.99, which is why the offer score sits at 2.1 and the overall score at 2.1.
EBC Financial Group
EBC Financial Group suits UK traders who want a single account covering forex, CFDs, stocks, ETFs and crypto, held with a firm authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority.
Score breakdown
| Area | BUX | EBC Financial Group |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.4 | 8.7HigherEntry amount of $50 against $0 at CFI and $5 at Vantage, with retail leverage up to 1:500. |
| Offer | 8.7 | 9.4Higher |
| Trust | 8.7 | 9.1Higher |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | BUX | EBC Financial Group |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 203 of 471 | 18 of 471 |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | BUX | EBC Financial Group |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | Not confirmed | |
| United Kingdom | Not confirmed | Financial Conduct Authority 927552 |
Sources behind this comparison
BUX
- bux.com: 14 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- fxverify.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
EBC Financial Group
- ebcfin.co.uk: 4 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- wikifx.com: 3 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- fastbull.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- forex.wikibit.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | BUX | EBC Financial Group |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Fractional shares, Mobile app | Demo account, Copy trading, Mobile app |
| Pricing model | Low fees | Not confirmed |
| Audience | Beginners, Experienced | Not confirmed |
| Legal entity | BUX B.V. | EBC Financial Group (UK) Ltd |
| Headquarters | Netherlands | United Kingdom |
| Founded | 2013 | 1994Lower |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Help centre | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | BUX | EBC Financial Group | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | Not confirmed | $50above the median | $25 |
| Stock trade fee | €3.99above the median | Not confirmed | €1 |
| Account fee | €2.99highest quarter | Not confirmed | €0 |
| Currency conversion fee | 0.75%highest quarter | Not confirmed | 0.45% |
| Interest on cash | 2%lowest quarter | Not confirmed | 3% |
Median across 134 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
BUX
Pros
- Fees follow a low-fee model: a stock trade fee of €3.99 per trade, an account fee of €2.99 and a currency exchange fee of 0.75%.
- Regulated by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM), with money held under the EU ICS up to EUR 20,000.
- Aimed at both beginners and experienced investors, with fractional shares and a mobile app listed in fractional shares and mobile app.
Cons
- The account fee of €2.99 applies on top of a stock trade fee of €3.99, so frequent trading costs add up.
- On stock trade fee it ranks 136 of 161, so cheaper share dealing sits elsewhere.
- Markets are limited to stocks and etfs, where CFI offers stocks, etfs and forex.
EBC Financial Group
Pros
- Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under licence 927552
- One account covers stocks, etfs and forex without needing a second firm
- Platforms in MT4, MT5 and EBC mobile app cover both MetaTrader terminals plus the EBC mobile app
Cons
- Retail leverage runs to 1:500, so a modest balance can be lost quickly
- The entry amount of $50 is above $0 at CFI and $5 at Vantage
- Bonds, funds and futures are not among its stocks, etfs and forex
Who each suits
BUX
Who it suits
- Investors who want a regulated European broker covering stocks and etfs at a flat fee per trade.
- People who prefer mobile investing, since fractional shares and mobile app includes fractional shares and a mobile app.
- Readers who weigh protection first, since money sits under the EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 at a broker regulated by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM).
Who should look elsewhere
- Traders who want forex, contracts for difference or crypto, since CFI covers stocks, etfs and forex and BUX covers stocks and etfs.
- Share dealing fans after a free stock trade fee, since eToro lists $0 against the €3.99 here.
- Anyone put off by a standing charge, given the account fee of €2.99 where Vantage lists $0.
EBC Financial Group
Who it suits
- UK residents who want an account with a firm authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority
- Traders who want forex, CFDs and crypto handled in the same place
- Copy trading users, since demo account, copy trading and mobile app lists it
Who should look elsewhere
- CFI, whose minimum deposit is $0, if you want a smaller starting balance
- Vantage, at $5, is another option for a lighter entry
- eToro, whose markets reach stocks, etfs and forex, for anyone also wanting bonds, funds or futures
Questions about each
BUX
How much does it cost to buy a share at BUX?+
A stock trade costs €3.99 per trade under a low-fee model, and a currency exchange fee of 0.75% applies on currency conversions. Because the trade fee is a flat amount rather than a percentage, the cost does not grow with the size of the order. A flat account fee of €2.99 also applies to the account.
Is there an account or inactivity fee?+
There is an account fee of €2.99, charged on the account regardless of how much it holds. That is a flat charge rather than a percentage, so it does not rise as the portfolio grows. BUX ranks 108 of 138 on this line, which places it towards the expensive end of the brands compared here.
EBC Financial Group
How much do I need to deposit to start?+
The minimum deposit is $50. For comparison, CFI lists $0 and Vantage lists $5, and the median minimum deposit across brands on the site is €4.64. That sits at the higher end of the field, so check it against the balance you intend to hold.
Is my money protected if something goes wrong?+
Yes. EBC Financial Group is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and holds licence 927552. Eligible deposits are covered to the limit stated in the FSCS up to GBP 85,000 scheme, and that protection sits with the regulated entity rather than the brand name.
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