Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
Kraken vs PU Prime
Where Kraken and PU Prime differ
| Compare |  Kraken |  PU Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $1Lower | $50 |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, Crypto, Futures | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Metals |
| Regulators | Central Bank of Ireland, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission, Financial Conduct Authority, Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) | SIPC |
| Investor protection | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 | SIPC up to USD 500,000 |
| Platforms | Kraken App, Kraken Pro, Kraken Desktop, Kraken Wallet | MT4, MT5, PU Web Trader, PU Prime mobile App |
| Maximum retail leverage | Up to 10x | 1:1000 |
| Stock trade fee | $0 | Not confirmed |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | Free bank deposits, card 3.75% + 0.25 | Not confirmed |
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Key differences
- Kraken scores higher overall: 9.2 vs 8.8.
- Regulators: only Kraken offers Central Bank of Ireland, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission, Financial Conduct Authority.
- Regulators: only PU Prime offers SIPC.
- Kraken is licensed in 1 more country.
- Minimum deposit is lower at Kraken: $1 vs $50.
- Markets: only Kraken offers Crypto, Futures.
- Markets: only PU Prime offers CFDs, Metals.
- Platforms: only Kraken offers Kraken App, Kraken Pro, Kraken Desktop.
- Platforms: only PU Prime offers MT4, MT5, PU Web Trader.
- Features: only Kraken offers Crypto.
Our verdict on each
Kraken
Kraken suits beginners and experienced investors who want stocks, ETFs and crypto together through app and desktop access. Stock dealing is priced at $0 with entry at $1 and funding terms shown as Free bank deposits, card 3.75% + 0.25 for cost planning across small balance accounts.
PU Prime
PU Prime is a US broker for beginners who want forex, CFDs and metals on MT4, MT5 or the PU Prime app, with copy trading and a demo account on the same platform. Its $50 entry sits above lighter $0 and $5 floors, and money is held under SIPC cover.
Score breakdown
| Area | Kraken | PU Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.3HigherStock dealing is priced at $0 with entry at $1. | 8.7 |
| Offer | 9.0Coverage spans stocks, ETFs and forex accessed through Kraken App, Kraken Pro and Kraken Desktop. | 9.2Higher |
| Trust | 9.3HigherRegisters cite 1010381 and 31000270997766. | 8.6 |
What each covers
| Markets | Kraken | PU Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | Yes | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | Yes |
| CFDs | No | Yes |
| Futures | Yes | No |
| Crypto | Yes | No |
| Metals | No | Yes |
How they place
| Ranking | Kraken | PU Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 16 of 471 | 182 of 471 |
| Brokers for beginners | 8 of 88 | 51 of 88 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Kraken | PU Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Crypto, Mobile app | Demo account, Copy trading, Mobile app |
| Pricing model | Commission free | Not confirmed |
| Audience | Beginners, ExperiencedCovers more | Beginners |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | TD PRIME SERVICES LLC |
| Support channels | Not confirmed | Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Kraken | PU Prime | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $1below the median | $50above the median | $25 |
| Stock trade fee | $0at the median | Not confirmed | $0 |
Median across 134 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
Kraken
Pros
- Stock trades priced at $0 within a model shown as commission free.
- Entry at $1, below $50 at eToro for smaller starting balances.
- Coverage spans stocks, ETFs and forex, pairing stocks and ETFs with crypto and futures.
Cons
- Support runs on help centre only, without phone or live chat help found at many rivals.
- Card funding terms run Free bank deposits, card 3.75% + 0.25, which adds cost next to bank transfer options.
- Entry at $1 sits above $0 at ActivTrades and €0 at XTB for tight budgets.
PU Prime
Pros
- Covers forex, CFDs, metals, stocks and ETFs in one account (stocks, etfs and forex)
- Pick from MT4, MT5, PU Web Trader or the PU Prime mobile app (MT4, MT5 and PU Web Trader)
- A demo account and copy trading sit alongside the live accounts (demo account, copy trading and mobile app)
Cons
- The $50 entry is above the $0 and $5 starting points in this comparison
- Support runs through a help centre only, per help centre
- Retail trading losses run high across the site at 70.15%, so leverage of 1:1000 carries real risk
Who each suits
Kraken
Who it suits
- You want stocks plus crypto in stocks, ETFs and forex in a single login rather than an equity only account at XTB.
- You want app led dealing through Kraken App, Kraken Pro and Kraken Desktop with modest entry at $1 rather than higher entry at eToro at $50.
Who should look elsewhere
- You want phone or chat help rather than help centre only, consider XTB or ActivTrades for wider contact choice.
- You want the lowest cash entry rather than $1, consider ActivTrades at $0 or XTB at €0.
PU Prime
Who it suits
- Beginners building a first account on forex or CFDs
- Traders who want copy trading alongside manual deals
- Anyone happy to hold money with a US SIPC member rather than a UK or EU regulated firm
Who should look elsewhere
- CFI, if a $0 entry point matters more than US regulation
- eToro, if a wider market spread including crypto and futures fits a long term investor better
- Vantage, if a $5 floor suits a smaller first deposit
Questions about each
Kraken
What does Kraken charge for stock trades+
Stock dealing is priced at $0 and Kraken describes its model as commission free. Bank funding is framed separately as Free bank deposits, card 3.75% + 0.25, so card use adds cost while bank transfer terms remain distinct. Check the fee schedule before placing orders.
What is the minimum deposit to open an account+
Account entry is set at $1. That level sits below $50 at eToro, yet above $0 at ActivTrades and €0 at XTB. It keeps starting balances modest while leaving room for funding charges.
PU Prime
What is the minimum deposit at PU Prime?+
The stated entry point is $50 for a new account. That sits above the $0 and $5 starting points in this comparison, so a first deposit has to be larger here than with either.
Is PU Prime regulated and is my money protected?+
Protection runs through SIPC up to USD 500,000, listed under SIPC. The membership is recorded as SIPC member 3337, so the holding company can be traced against a public register rather than a claim on the website.
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