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LYNX vs TradeUP

Compare LYNX and TradeUP side by side: fees, regulation, platforms.

LYNX

LYNX

Active traders and advanced investors

LYNX is a Netherlands-based multi-asset broker offering stocks, ETFs, options, futures, bonds, forex and CFDsโ€ฆ

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TradeUP

TradeUP

Active traders seeking zero commissions

TradeUP is a US-focused commission-free broker offering stocks, ETFs, equity and index options, fractional shโ€ฆ

Head-to-head comparison

LYNX vs TradeUP
Feature LYNX TradeUP
Minimum deposit - -
Stock trading fee Volume-based commission; from EUR 3 per trade depending on exchange and order size $0 commission on exchange-listed stocks
Regulators AFM, DNB, BaFin, CNB, FSMA SEC, FINRA, SIPC
Best for Active traders and advanced investors Active traders seeking zero commissions
Markets & account
Stocks
ETFs
Forex
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CFDs
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Bonds
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Options
Futures
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Margin
Fractional Shares
Multi Currency
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Demo Account

Pros & cons

LYNX

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
TradeUP

TradeUP

Pros

  • Zero commission on stocks and ETFs
  • No per-contract fee on equity and index options
  • Flat 5.99% margin rate - no tiered schedule
  • Fractional shares from $1
  • IPO access available
  • 24/5 overnight trading on selected US stocks
  • Advanced order types including TWAP, VWAP and algorithmic strategies
  • Demo account available for practice

Cons

  • No cryptocurrency trading
  • No mutual funds or futures
  • Wire withdrawal fee of $50
  • OTC stocks carry a per-share fee
  • FINRA fined the firm in 2025 for AML and record-keeping violations
  • No phone support - digital channels only
LYNX

LYNX

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+.

Your capital is at risk. Other fees apply.

TradeUP

TradeUP

TradeUP is a US-focused commission-free broker offering stocks, ETFs, equity and index options, fractional shares, and IPO access, operated by a subsidiary of UP Fintech Holdings.

Your capital is at risk. Other fees apply.

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