Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
LYNX vs Robinhood
Where LYNX and Robinhood differ
| Compare |  LYNX |  Robinhood |
|---|---|---|
| Stock trade fee | $5 | $0Lower |
| Account fee | €0 | $0 |
| Inactivity fee | €5 | $0 |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, Options, Futures, Bonds, Funds | Stocks, ETFs, Options, Futures, Crypto |
| Margin rate | 7.1% | 3.95%Lower |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | One withdrawal per month free | $100 outgoing transfer |
| Platforms | LYNX+, Trader Workstation, Trading App | Robinhood app, Robinhood Legend |
| Regulators | Not confirmed | Bank of Lithuania (LSC), LT BL, SIPC |
| Investor protection | Not confirmed | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 |
| Options contract fee | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Account types | Not confirmed | IRA, Roth IRA, Joint |
| Maximum retail leverage | Not confirmed | 10X |
Same on both: Minimum deposit ($0).
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Key differences
- Robinhood scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 9.3.
- Stock trade fee is lower at Robinhood: $0 vs $5.
- Margin rate is lower at Robinhood: 3.95% vs 7.1%.
- Markets: only LYNX offers Forex, Bonds, Funds.
- Markets: only Robinhood offers Crypto.
- Platforms: only LYNX offers LYNX+, Trader Workstation, Trading App.
- Platforms: only Robinhood offers Robinhood app, Robinhood Legend.
- Features: only LYNX offers Demo account.
- Features: only Robinhood offers Crypto, Options, Futures.
- Pricing model: only Robinhood offers Commission free.
Our verdict on each
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.
Robinhood
Robinhood suits first-time investors and small, regular investors who want nothing charged for holding or trading. It is the cheapest way in on our data, with a minimum deposit of $0, no account fee and no inactivity charge, under the Bank of Lithuania and SIPC.
Score breakdown
| Area | LYNX | Robinhood |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.0Costly to trade: stock trade fees rank 139 of 161 and the inactivity fee 34 of 56, against an account fee of €0. | 9.6HigherStock trades cost $0, options contracts $0, the account fee is $0 and inactivity is $0. |
| Offer | 9.6Higher | 9.3 |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 9.3 |
Feature by feature
| Markets | LYNX | Robinhood |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | Yes | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | No |
| Options | Yes | Yes |
| Futures | Yes | Yes |
| Crypto | No | Yes |
| Bonds | Yes | No |
| Funds | Yes | No |
Sources behind this comparison
LYNX
- brokerchooser.com: 5 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- lynxbroker.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- tradingfinder.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- mygermanfinances.de: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
- traderfrancophone.fr: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Robinhood
- finder.com: 7 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- esma.europa.eu: 4 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- mymillennialguide.com: 4 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- financer.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- robinhood.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | LYNX | Robinhood |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 65 of 490 | 13 of 490 |
| Options trading platforms | 20 of 103 | 1 of 103 |
| Futures trading platforms | 16 of 83 | 3 of 83 |
| Margin trading brokers | 10 of 22 | 2 of 22 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | LYNX | Robinhood |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Fractional shares, Demo account, Mobile app | Crypto, Fractional shares, Options, Futures, Mobile app |
| Pricing model | Low fees | Commission free, Low feesCovers more |
| Audience | Experienced | Beginners, Day traders |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | Robinhood Europe UAB |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Lithuania |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2013 |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | LYNX | Robinhood | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $0below the median | $0below the median | $10 |
| Stock trade fee | $5highest quarter | $0at the median | $0 |
| Margin rate | 7.1%below the median | 3.95%lowest quarter | 8.79% |
| Options contract fee | Not confirmed | $0lowest quarter | $0.59 |
Median across 99 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
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.
Robinhood
Pros
- Nothing to pay to open or hold an account, with an account fee of $0 and an inactivity fee of $0
- Trading a share costs $0, so a small first order is not eaten by commission
- You can start with a deposit of $0, lower than most brands on our data
Cons
- Leverage is available at 10X, which magnifies losses as well as gains
- Outgoing transfers carry a charge of $100 outgoing transfer
- Margin borrowing is priced at a margin rate of 3.95%, so interest adds to your cost
Who each suits
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.
Robinhood
Who it suits
- Beginners opening a first account with a small deposit
- Day-traders working in options, futures and crypto on mobile
- Retirement investors using an IRA, Roth IRA or joint account
Who should look elsewhere
- Vantage if a flat minimum deposit of $5 suits you better
- CFI if you want forex and CFDs alongside shares, since its markets cover stocks, etfs and forex
- eToro if social copy trading matters more than options and futures
Questions about each
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.
Robinhood
What does it cost to trade shares on Robinhood?+
Trading a share costs $0, and an options contract costs $0. There is also an account fee of $0 and an inactivity fee of $0, so nothing is taken for simply holding the account open. Borrowing on margin is charged at a margin rate of 3.95%, which is the main running cost if you use leverage.
Is there a minimum deposit to open a Robinhood account?+
The minimum deposit is $0, so you can open an account and place a small first order without funding a large balance. It is worth comparing that with the deposits other brands ask for before you commit, since the figure varies widely across the market. Outgoing transfers are charged at $100 outgoing transfer, so factor that in if you plan to move money out early.
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