LYNX Review

Active traders and advanced investors

AFM DNB BaFin CNB FSMA

Founded 2006 · Netherlands

Why investors choose this broker

Regulated by AFM, DNB and BaFin across multiple EU jurisdictions
Access to 100+ stock exchanges in 30+ countries
Professional-grade Trader Workstation (TWS) with advanced order types and tools
Competitive volume-based commissions

Review summary

LYNX is a Netherlands-based multi-asset broker offering stocks, ETFs, options, futures, bonds, forex and CFDs via professional platforms including Trader Workstation and LYNX+.

Pros

Regulated by AFM, DNB and BaFin across multiple EU jurisdictions
Access to 100+ stock exchanges in 30+ countries
Professional-grade Trader Workstation (TWS) with advanced order types and tools
Competitive volume-based commissions
Multi-currency accounts available
Fractional share trading supported
Paper trading account available through TWS
No deposit fee

Cons

High minimum deposit of EUR 3,000
Platform fee of up to EUR 5/month applies to smaller or less active accounts
Limited educational resources compared to beginner-focused brokers
Bank transfer is the only supported funding method
Paper trading not available in LYNX+ web platform
Complex platforms may overwhelm new investors
Geographic restrictions apply in some countries

Company background

LYNX was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It operates as LYNX B.V., an independent investment firm that acts as an introducing broker forwarding client orders to Interactive Brokers for execution. LYNX serves retail and professional investors across the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Poland and Slovakia, targeting active traders and experienced investors who require broad global market access and professional-grade tools.

LYNX provides access to stocks, ETFs, bonds, options, futures, forex, CFDs and fractional shares across 100+ stock exchanges in more than 30 countries. Its platform lineup includes the web-based LYNX+, the advanced desktop Trader Workstation (TWS) and mobile apps for iOS and Android.

Fees and pricing

LYNX uses a volume-based commission structure. Stock and ETF trades start from EUR 3 per trade depending on the exchange and order size. Options fees start from EUR 3 per contract and futures fees start from USD 1.25 per contract for US index futures. Forex trading is available from 0.1 pips spread. There is no account opening fee and no deposit fee, though the minimum first deposit is EUR 3,000. The first withdrawal each month is free; additional withdrawals cost EUR 1-8 for EUR accounts or USD 10 for USD accounts. Currency conversion is charged at 0.4 bps of trade value with a minimum of USD 4.

LYNX charges a monthly platform fee of up to EUR 5 when a client's commissions fall below that threshold. The fee is calculated as EUR 5 minus commissions incurred, so active traders pay no extra charge. The fee is waived for accounts with a net liquidation value above EUR 100,000 and for new clients in their first three months after the initial deposit.

Regulation and safety

LYNX B.V. is authorised and regulated by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM, licence 14003820) and supervised by De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB). The German branch is licensed by BaFin (ID 121498), the Czech branch by CNB and the Belgian branch by FSMA. Client assets are held with Interactive Brokers entities; accounts with Interactive Brokers' US entity benefit from SIPC protection up to USD 500,000 per customer (including up to USD 250,000 for cash). Cash at LYNX B.V. is covered by the Dutch investor compensation scheme up to EUR 20,000 per customer.

Platform experience

LYNX offers three main trading interfaces. LYNX+ is a browser-based platform supporting stocks, ETFs, options and structured products. Trader Workstation (TWS) is the advanced downloadable desktop platform for Windows, Mac and Linux, featuring ChartTrader, OptionTrader, Market Scanner, ComboTrader and BookTrader. The Mobile Trading App covers stocks, ETFs, options and futures on smartphones. Paper trading is available through TWS and the mobile app but not in LYNX+.

Pros and cons

LYNX's main advantages are its regulation across multiple EU jurisdictions, access to 100+ global exchanges, professional platforms with advanced order types, multi-currency accounts, fractional shares and competitive volume-based commissions. The main drawbacks are the high EUR 3,000 minimum deposit, the monthly platform fee for smaller or less active accounts, bank transfer being the only deposit method and limited educational content.

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Trading fees & commissions

LYNX charges volume-based stock commissions from EUR 3 per trade, options from EUR 3 per contract, and a monthly platform fee of up to EUR 5 if commissions fall below that threshold - waived for portfolios above EUR 100,000 and for the first three months after the first deposit.

Fees

Item	Fee
Cfds	CFD financing: IBKR benchmark rate +/- 2% per annum markup/markdown
Margin	Interest charged at IBKR benchmark rates with markup; varies by currency and balance tier
Account	No account opening fee
Deposit	No deposit fee; minimum first deposit EUR 3,000
Futures	From USD 1.25 per contract for US index futures; varies by product and exchange
Options	From EUR 3 per contract
Inactivity	Platform fee up to EUR 5 per month if monthly commissions are below EUR 5; waived if net liquidation value exceeds EUR 100,000 or during first three months after initial deposit
Withdrawal	First withdrawal per month free; additional withdrawals EUR 1-8 (EUR accounts) or USD 10 (USD accounts)
Fx Conversion	0.4 bps of trade value; minimum USD 4

Trading platform & features

Platforms

LYNX+
Trader Workstation (TWS)
Mobile Trading App
iOS app
Android app

Regulation and investor protection

LYNX B.V. is authorised and regulated by the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) and supervised by De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB), with branches regulated by BaFin in Germany, CNB in the Czech Republic and FSMA in Belgium. Client assets are held with Interactive Brokers, whose US entity is a member of SIPC, and cash deposits up to EUR 20,000 are covered by the Dutch investor compensation scheme.

Broker FAQs

Is LYNX safe?

LYNX B.V. is regulated by AFM and supervised by DNB in the Netherlands, with additional branches regulated by BaFin, CNB and FSMA. Client assets are held with Interactive Brokers entities and benefit from SIPC protection up to USD 500,000 per customer.

Is LYNX a scam?

No. LYNX is an authorised investment firm regulated by AFM in the Netherlands since 2006, with branches regulated by BaFin in Germany, CNB in the Czech Republic and FSMA in Belgium.

Is LYNX regulated and by whom?

Yes. LYNX B.V. holds AFM licence 14003820 and is supervised by DNB. Its German branch is regulated by BaFin (ID 121498), the Czech branch by CNB and the Belgian branch by FSMA.

Does LYNX keep client funds in segregated accounts?

LYNX forwards client assets to Interactive Brokers for custody. Interactive Brokers segregates client funds and securities from firm assets in line with regulatory requirements.

What happens to my money if LYNX goes bankrupt?

Client assets are held with Interactive Brokers entities, not with LYNX directly. Accounts with Interactive Brokers' US entity are covered by SIPC up to USD 500,000 per customer. Cash held at LYNX B.V. is covered by the Dutch investor compensation scheme up to EUR 20,000.

What products does LYNX offer?

LYNX offers stocks, ETFs, bonds, options, futures, forex, CFDs, fractional shares and multi-currency accounts across 100+ stock exchanges in more than 30 countries.

Does LYNX offer ETFs?

Yes. LYNX offers ETF trading with volume-based commissions starting from EUR 3 per trade.

Does LYNX offer options trading?

Yes. LYNX offers options trading with fees starting from EUR 3 per contract. The Trader Workstation platform includes a dedicated OptionTrader tool.

Does LYNX offer futures trading?

Yes. LYNX offers futures trading across major global exchanges, with US index futures from USD 1.25 per contract.

Does LYNX offer fractional shares?

Yes. LYNX offers fractional share trading for most markets, though it is not available to Belgian customers.

What does LYNX charge for stock trades?

LYNX charges volume-based commissions starting from EUR 3 per trade. The exact rate depends on the exchange and order size.

What does LYNX charge for options?

LYNX charges from EUR 3 per options contract. Rates may vary by exchange.

Is there a withdrawal fee at LYNX?

The first withdrawal each month is free. Additional withdrawals cost EUR 1-8 for EUR-denominated accounts and USD 10 for USD accounts.

Does LYNX charge an inactivity fee?

LYNX charges a platform fee of up to EUR 5 per month when monthly commissions fall below EUR 5. The fee is waived for accounts with a net liquidation value above EUR 100,000 and for new clients in their first three months.

What is LYNX's currency conversion fee?

LYNX charges 0.4 basis points of trade value for currency conversion, with a minimum of USD 4.

What is the minimum deposit at LYNX?

The minimum initial deposit at LYNX is EUR 3,000 for individual and joint accounts. Business accounts require EUR 20,000.

Does LYNX have a demo account?

Yes. LYNX offers a paper trading account that can be used within Trader Workstation (TWS) and the Mobile Trading App. Paper trading is not available in the LYNX+ web platform.

Does LYNX have a mobile app?

Yes. LYNX provides a Mobile Trading App for iOS and Android, supporting stocks, ETFs, options and futures.

Is LYNX good for beginners?

LYNX is geared toward active and experienced traders. The EUR 3,000 minimum deposit, complex platforms and limited educational resources make it less suitable for beginners compared to lower-barrier alternatives.

Is LYNX good for long-term investing?

LYNX offers stocks, ETFs, bonds and fractional shares suitable for long-term portfolios. The monthly platform fee applies to smaller or less active accounts, which may be a consideration for passive long-term investors.

Bottom line

LYNX suits users who want professional-grade platforms, broad global market access across stocks, ETFs, options, futures, bonds and CFDs, and are comfortable with the EUR 3,000 minimum deposit. It may not suit users who are new to investing, prefer a simplified platform, need educational support or want to deposit via methods other than bank transfer.

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