Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
FBS vs NAGA
FBS vs NAGA: the differences
| Compare | ||
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $5 | €50 |
| Stock trade fee | $0 | €3 |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Metals | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Futures, Crypto |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 66.43% | 70.45% |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | Free | No withdrawal fee |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 | iOS, Android, Web, MetaTrader 5 |
| Account fee | $0 | Not confirmed |
| Inactivity fee | $0 | Not confirmed |
| EUR/USD spread | 0.5% | Not confirmed |
| Interest on cash | Not confirmed | 2.4% |
Same on both: Regulators (Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission), Investor protection (EU ICS up to EUR 20,000).
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Key differences
- FBS scores higher overall: 9.1 vs 8.7.
- Markets: only FBS offers Metals.
- Markets: only NAGA offers Futures, Crypto.
- Platforms: only FBS offers MetaTrader 4.
- Platforms: only NAGA offers iOS, Android, Web.
- Features: only FBS offers Demo account.
- Features: only NAGA offers Crypto, Copy trading.
Our verdict on each
FBS
Fbs Partners suits readers who want a plain, low cost picture from a firm regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission: the account fee is $0 and the stock trade fee is $0. The EUR/USD spread of 0.5% and the retail loss rate of 66.43% are the figures to weigh before funding.
NAGA
NAGA suits mobile copy traders who want stocks, ETFs, forex, CFDs, futures and crypto alongside social features in the same app. Opening starts at €50, while stock trades carry €3, so active share buyers should weigh costs against broader choice.
Score breakdown
| Area | FBS | NAGA |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.3Higher | 8.5Stock trades cost €3; withdrawals show No withdrawal fee. |
| Offer | 9.3Higher | 9.1Coverage spans stocks, ETFs and forex via iOS, Android and Web for desktop plus mobile. |
| Trust | 8.8Higher | 8.5Cover sits at EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 under Cyprus oversight. |
What each covers
| Markets | FBS | NAGA |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | Yes | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | Yes |
| CFDs | Yes | Yes |
| Futures | No | Yes |
| Crypto | No | Yes |
| Metals | Yes | No |
How they place
| Ranking | FBS | NAGA |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 110 of 471 | 4 of 471 |
| Forex brokers | 47 of 147 | 3 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 45 of 145 | 3 of 145 |
| CFD brokers | 37 of 122 | 3 of 122 |
Availability and regulation
| Country | FBS | NAGA |
|---|---|---|
| Cyprus |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | FBS | NAGA |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Demo account, Mobile app | Crypto, Copy trading, Mobile app |
| Pricing model | Commission free | Not confirmed |
| Audience | Beginners | Not confirmed |
| Legal entity | Tradestone Limited | Not confirmed |
| Headquarters | Cyprus | Not confirmed |
| Founded | 2009 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | FBS | NAGA | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Account fee | $0at the median | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Inactivity fee | $0at the median | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 66.43%below the median | 70.45%below the median | 72.05% |
| EUR/USD spread | 0.5%below the median | Not confirmed | 0.65% |
| Interest on cash | Not confirmed | 2.4%below the median | 3% |
Median across 52 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
FBS
Pros
- An account regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission: Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission licenses Tradestone Limited under 331/17, so the contract has a named entity behind it.
- The stock trade fee is $0 on a commission free model, so dealing in the shares and ETFs inside stocks, etfs and forex carries no ticket charge.
- The inactivity fee is $0, so a dormant balance is not quietly drained by account charges.
Cons
- The EUR/USD spread of 0.5% is the charge that lands on every forex and CFD trade, so currency traders feel it more than the flat fees suggest.
- The minimum deposit of $5 sits above CFI's $0, so readers who want the smallest opening balance have a lower floor elsewhere.
- The market list stocks, etfs and forex leaves out crypto and futures, which eToro covers in stocks, etfs and forex.
NAGA
Pros
- Access stocks, ETFs and forex under a single login, covering shares through crypto for varied strategies.
- Trade via iOS, Android and Web, with MetaTrader 5 plus mobile apps for flexible order management.
- Withdrawals show No withdrawal fee, helped by No withdrawal fee for cost clarity.
Cons
- Stock trade fee sits at €3, which can weigh on frequent share buyers versus lower fee rivals.
- Support runs on help centre only, so help stays inside help centre without live chat or phone.
- Entry starts at €50, above ActivTrades at $0 for very small starters.
Who each suits
FBS
Who it suits
- Beginners opening a new trading account: the minimum deposit is $5 and the account fee is $0.
- Readers who hold shares and ETFs alongside forex: stocks, etfs and forex covers that mix on the same account.
- European readers who want a Cyprus regulated firm: Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission licenses the entity behind the brand.
Who should look elsewhere
- Readers who want the smallest possible opening balance: CFI takes $0.
- Readers who need crypto or futures in the same account: eToro lists stocks, etfs and forex, and those lines sit outside stocks, etfs and forex.
- Readers who want crypto added to a forex, CFD, stock, ETF and metals mix: Vantage covers forex, cfds and stocks.
NAGA
Who it suits
- Social traders who follow others and want futures plus crypto alongside shares may prefer NAGA over eToro.
- Mobile led investors starting at €50 who accept €3 may prefer NAGA over ActivTrades.
Who should look elsewhere
- Cost sensitive share buyers who want lower ticket fees than €3 may prefer XTB.
- Traders wanting phone or live chat beyond help centre may prefer ActivTrades.
Country by country
| Country | FBS | NAGA |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | No | Yes |
| Belgium | No | Yes |
| Bulgaria | No | Yes |
| Croatia | No | Yes |
| Cyprus | No | Yes |
| Czechia | No | Yes |
| Denmark | No | Yes |
| Estonia | No | Yes |
8 of 30 countries where either is available.
Questions about each
FBS
What does it cost to run an account at Fbs Partners?+
The account fee is $0, the stock trade fee is $0 and the inactivity fee is $0, so nothing is charged for holding the account, dealing in shares or leaving a balance idle. Deposits and withdrawals carry no charge either. What remains on a forex or CFD trade is the spread, quoted at 0.5% on EUR/USD.
How much does the EUR/USD spread cost in practice?+
The EUR/USD spread is 0.5%. On a currency pair that spread is the dealer's charge for opening and closing, so it lands on every position rather than on a ticket line. The stock trade fee of $0 and the account fee of $0 sit alongside it, which makes the spread the number to size positions around.
NAGA
What does NAGA charge for stock trades and withdrawals?+
Stock orders carry €3 per trade, and funding shows No withdrawal fee for withdrawals. Share buyers who trade often should compare that ticket charge with rivals before committing, as frequent dealing lifts total cost over time.
What is the minimum deposit to open a NAGA account?+
Trading can start at €50, which keeps entry modest for newcomers testing markets. Withdrawals show No withdrawal fee, so moving funds out does not add a separate withdrawal charge under current terms.
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