Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
iFOREX vs LYNX
Where iFOREX and LYNX differ
| Compare |  iFOREX |  LYNX |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $100 | $0Lower |
| Stock trade fee | $0Lower | $5 |
| Inactivity fee | $15 | €5 |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, Options, Futures, Bonds, Funds |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | No broker deposit fee; $20 EEA wire withdrawal fee may apply | One withdrawal per month free |
| Platforms | IFOREX App | LYNX+, Trader Workstation, Trading App |
| Account fee | Not confirmed | €0 |
| Regulators | CySEC, BVI FSC | Not confirmed |
| Investor protection | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 | Not confirmed |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 80% | Not confirmed |
| Margin rate | Not confirmed | 7.1% |
| Maximum retail leverage | 1:30 EU, 1:400 offshore | Not confirmed |
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Key differences
- LYNX scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 9.0.
- Minimum deposit is lower at LYNX: $0 vs $100.
- Stock trade fee is lower at iFOREX: $0 vs $5.
- Markets: only iFOREX offers CFDs, Crypto.
- Markets: only LYNX offers Options, Futures, Bonds.
- Platforms: only iFOREX offers IFOREX App.
- Platforms: only LYNX offers LYNX+, Trader Workstation, Trading App.
- Features: only iFOREX offers Crypto.
- Features: only LYNX offers Fractional shares.
- Pricing model: only iFOREX offers Commission free.
Our verdict on each
iFOREX
iFOREX suits European traders who want forex, CFDs, crypto, shares and ETFs in a single commission-free account, and who put regulation and predictable costs above a small opening deposit. The EU entity sits under CySEC, with investor protection of EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 for accounts taken there.
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 | iFOREX | LYNX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.8Opening deposit of $100 and inactivity charge of $15 sit above the site medians of €4.64 and €0. | 9.0HigherCostly to trade: stock trade fees rank 139 of 161 and the inactivity fee 34 of 56, against an account fee of €0. |
| Offer | 8.7 | 9.6Higher |
| Trust | 9.5 | Not confirmed |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | iFOREX | LYNX |
|---|---|---|
| Cyprus | CySEC 143/11 | Not confirmed |
| Virgin Islands, British | Not confirmed |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | iFOREX | LYNX |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 141 of 471 | 74 of 471 |
| Forex brokers | 61 of 147 | 31 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 59 of 145 | 29 of 145 |
Which one suits you
Pick iFOREX if stock trade fee matter most.
Pick LYNX if offer and minimum deposit matter most.
Every fact side by side
| Fact | iFOREX | LYNX |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Crypto, Demo account, Mobile app | Fractional shares, Demo account, Mobile app |
| Pricing model | Commission free | Low fees |
| Audience | Not confirmed | Experienced |
| Legal entity | iCFD Limited | Not confirmed |
| Founded | 1996 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Help centre | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | iFOREX | LYNX | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $100above the median | $0below the median | $25 |
| Stock trade fee | $0at the median | $5highest quarter | $0 |
| Account fee | Not confirmed | €0at the median | €0 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 80%highest quarter | Not confirmed | 72.05% |
| Margin rate | Not confirmed | 7.1%below the median | 8.75% |
Median across 134 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
iFOREX
Pros
- Stock trade fee of $0, ranking 1 of 161 brands on that cost.
- Regulated by CySEC and BVI FSC, with iCFD Limited as the named EU entity.
- EU investor protection of EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 for accounts taken in the EU.
Cons
- Minimum deposit of $100 ranks 148 of 213, so the entry point is high.
- Support runs on help centre only.
- Inactivity fee of $15 ranks 42 of 56.
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
iFOREX
Who it suits
- Traders who want stocks, etfs and forex in a single account and can fund $100, while Vantage opens at $5.
- EU clients who prefer CySEC oversight and EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 to the route run by the BVI FSC.
- Savers happy to work from iFOREX App and practise on a demo account first.
Who should look elsewhere
- Small starters: CFI opens at $0 and Vantage at $5, both below iFOREX's $100.
- Broader market seekers: eToro lists stocks, etfs and forex, adding futures to iFOREX's stocks, etfs and forex.
- Traders who want phone or chat support, since support runs on help centre only.
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.
Questions about each
iFOREX
What does it cost to trade a stock?+
The stock trade fee is $0. iFOREX runs a commission free pricing model, so there is no per-trade commission layered on top, and the account covers stocks, etfs and forex. The cost side of the ledger is the deposit and any inactivity charge, not the trade itself.
How much do I need to deposit to open an account?+
The minimum deposit is $100. That puts iFOREX towards the dearer end of the field: it ranks 148 of 213 brands on minimum deposit. CFI opens at $0 and Vantage at $5, so a lighter entry is available elsewhere.
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.
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