Updated September 28, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
justTRADE vs SogoTrade
Where justTRADE and SogoTrade differ
| Compare |  justTRADE |  SogoTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Stock trade fee | €0 | $0 |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Crypto | Stocks, ETFs, Options, Crypto, Bonds, FundsCovers more |
| Regulators | Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) | FINRA, SIPC |
| Investor protection | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 | SIPC up to USD 500,000 |
| Minimum deposit | Not confirmed | $500 |
| Margin rate | Not confirmed | 9.75% |
| Options contract fee | Not confirmed | $0.50 |
| Platforms | Not confirmed | SogoTrade NextGen, SogoOptions, Mobile app |
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Key differences
- SogoTrade scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 8.9.
- Regulators: only justTRADE offers Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin).
- Regulators: only SogoTrade offers FINRA, SIPC.
- Markets: only SogoTrade offers Options, Bonds, Funds.
- Features: only SogoTrade offers Options.
Our verdict on each
justTRADE
justTRADE suits euro zone investors who want to hold stocks, ETFs and crypto in one app without paying per trade. It scores 7.1 overall, with stock trade fees of €0 and a mobile app as the main draw, and it is regulated in its home market of DE.
SogoTrade
SogoTrade is a US broker for experienced traders who want share dealing without commission, plus options, crypto and margin in one account. Its catch is the entry cost: a minimum deposit of $500 and an options contract fee of $0.50 for anyone trading contracts.
Score breakdown
| Area | justTRADE | SogoTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.4HigherStock trade fees are €0 on the commission-free model, first on stock trade fee among 161 brands. | 8.8 |
| Offer | 8.8 | 9.5Higher |
| Trust | 8.6 | 9.5Higher |
Availability and regulation
| Country | justTRADE | SogoTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) MiCA CASP 529900YERL5TV5YJCR45 | Not confirmed |
| United States | Not confirmed | SIPC SIPC member 35930 |
Additional countries for justTRADE: 1. Additional countries for SogoTrade: 1.
What each covers
| Markets | justTRADE | SogoTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | Yes | Yes |
| Options | No | Yes |
| Crypto | Yes | Yes |
| Bonds | No | Yes |
| Funds | No | Yes |
How they place
| Ranking | justTRADE | SogoTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 163 of 471 | 81 of 471 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | justTRADE | SogoTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Crypto, Mobile app | Crypto, Options, Mobile appCovers more |
| Pricing model | Commission free | Commission free |
| Audience | Not confirmed | Experienced, Beginners |
| Legal entity | JT Technologies GmbH | SOGOTRADE INC |
| Headquarters | Germany | United States |
| Support channels | Not confirmed | Email, Chat, Phone |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | justTRADE | SogoTrade | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | Not confirmed | $500highest quarter | $25 |
| Margin rate | Not confirmed | 9.75%above the median | 8.75% |
| Options contract fee | Not confirmed | $0.50below the median | $0.625 |
Median across 134 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
justTRADE
Pros
- Stock trade fees of €0 on a commission-free pricing model
- Crypto sits alongside stocks and ETFs, so one account covers three asset classes
- Regulated by the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) in Germany
Cons
- Investor protection is EU ICS up to EUR 20,000, the EU scheme cap, so larger portfolios sit above it
- Forex, CFDs and bonds are not among its markets (stocks, etfs and crypto), which cover stocks, ETFs and crypto
SogoTrade
Pros
- Share dealing is commission-free, with the model listed as commission free.
- A single account spans stocks, etfs and options.
- Registration with FINRA and SIPC and investor protection of SIPC up to USD 500,000.
Cons
- A minimum deposit of $500 places it at position 178 of 213 on the site.
- Options trading carries a contract fee of $0.50, so frequent contract traders pay a running cost on top of share dealing.
- Margin is priced at 9.75%, so borrowed positions cost more than cash ones.
Who each suits
justTRADE
Who it suits
- Euro zone residents who want one app for stocks, ETFs and crypto
- Long term investors who pay nothing per trade and value regulated custody
- Beginners who want a simple mobile app rather than a wide dealing platform
Who should look elsewhere
- Investors who hold more than the EU investor compensation cap in cash
- Traders who need forex, CFDs, bonds or futures on the same account
- Anyone wanting a stocks and shares ISA or SIPP wrapper
SogoTrade
Who it suits
- Traders comfortable with options and margin, since crypto, options and mobile app sits alongside core share dealing.
- US accounts, since the firm is based in the United States.
- People who want one login across SogoTrade NextGen, SogoOptions and mobile app.
Who should look elsewhere
- CFI if a free minimum deposit matters, because CFI asks for $0 against $500 here.
- Vantage if you want to start small, with a minimum deposit of $5.
- eToro if you trade forex and CFDs, since stocks, etfs and forex lists markets outside the SogoTrade range.
Country by country
| Country | justTRADE | SogoTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | Yes | No |
| United States | No | Yes |
Questions about each
justTRADE
How much does it cost to buy a stock on justTRADE?+
Stock trade fees are €0 because the broker runs a commission-free model. The site median for stock trade fees is €0, and justTRADE sits first on that measure among the 161 brands compared.
Who regulates justTRADE and where?+
The broker is regulated by the Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) in Germany, the country of its registered entity, JT Technologies GmbH. The crypto side runs under a MiCA CASP licence, reference MiCA CASP 529900YERL5TV5YJCR45. German supervision is the regulatory framework that applies to the account.
SogoTrade
What does SogoTrade charge to trade shares?+
Stock trades are priced at $0 under a commission free model, so share dealing carries no commission. You still need a minimum deposit of $500 before orders can be placed. Charges beyond that sit on options, at $0.50 per contract, and on margin, at 9.75%.
How much is the minimum deposit?+
Opening the account takes a minimum deposit of $500, which is far from a casual entry and places SogoTrade at position 178 of 213 on the site. Traders wanting a lighter start can compare $0 at CFI and $5 at Vantage.
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