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LYNX vs Trading 212

Compare LYNX and Trading 212 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 CFDs…

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Trading 212

Trading 212

Cost-conscious stock and ETF investors

Trading 212 offers commission-free investing in stocks and ETFs, fractional shares from £1, multi-currency ac…

Head-to-head comparison

LYNX vs Trading 212
Feature LYNX Trading 212
Minimum deposit - £1, €1, $1
Stock trading fee Volume-based commission; from EUR 3 per trade depending on exchange and order size -
Regulators AFM, DNB, BaFin, CNB, FSMA FCA, BaFin, CySEC, ASIC
Best for Active traders and advanced investors Cost-conscious stock and ETF investors
Markets & account
Stocks
ETFs
Forex
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CFDs
Bonds
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Options
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Futures
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Margin
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Fractional Shares
Multi Currency
Demo Account
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Investment Plans
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Ready Made Portfolios
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Money Market Funds
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Isa
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Sipp
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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
Trading 212

Trading 212

Pros

  • Free trading commission reduces dealing costs
  • Free custody keeps ongoing account costs low
  • Fractional shares start from £1
  • 0.15% FX fee on currency conversions
  • Free bank transfer deposits
  • Trading 212 does not charge withdrawal fees
  • Portfolio transfers are automatic, paperless and free
  • ATM withdrawals are free up to £400 per month

Cons

  • Card and wallet deposits cost 0.7% after £2,000 cumulative
  • Physical card costs £4.95
  • ATM withdrawals above £400 per month cost 1%
  • UK stamp duty is 0.5% on UK share purchases
  • PTM levy is £1.5 on UK share trades over £10,000
  • ADR fees may be $0.01-$0.05 per share each year
  • FINRA fee is $0.000195 per share on US share sales
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+.

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Your capital is at risk. Other fees apply.

Trading 212

Trading 212

Trading 212 offers commission-free investing in stocks and ETFs, fractional shares from £1, multi-currency accounts, cash interest, ISA, SIPP and CFD access.

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Your capital is at risk. Other fees apply.

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