Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
Markets.com vs WH SelfInvest
Where Markets.com and WH SelfInvest differ
| Compare |  Markets.com |  WH SelfInvest |
|---|---|---|
| Stock trade fee | $0Lower | $1.90 |
| Account fee | $0 | €0 |
| Inactivity fee | $10 | €0 |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto, Bonds, Spread betting | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Options, Futures, Bonds |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 72.4% | 76% |
| Platforms | Web Platform, Mobile App, MT4, MT5 | NanoTrader, TradingView, Trader Workstation, Mobile Apps |
| Minimum deposit | $100 | Not confirmed |
| Regulators | CySEC, FCA, FSCA, ASIC | Not confirmed |
| Investor protection | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 | Not confirmed |
| Currency conversion fee | 0.6% | Not confirmed |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | no deposit or withdrawal fees | Not confirmed |
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Key differences
- Markets.com scores higher overall: 9.5 vs 9.3.
- Stock trade fee is lower at Markets.com: $0 vs $1.90.
- Markets: only Markets.com offers Crypto, Spread betting.
- Markets: only WH SelfInvest offers Options, Futures.
- Platforms: only Markets.com offers Web Platform, Mobile App, MT4.
- Platforms: only WH SelfInvest offers NanoTrader, TradingView, Trader Workstation.
- Support channels: only Markets.com offers Help centre.
- Features: only Markets.com offers Crypto.
- Features: only WH SelfInvest offers Fractional shares.
Our verdict on each
Markets.com
Markets.com suits retail traders who want stocks, forex, cfds, crypto and spread betting under a single account with no commission charged on share dealing. Stock trades carry fees of $0 and the account fee is $0, though the $100 minimum deposit and an inactivity charge of $10 are the figures to weigh.
WH SelfInvest
WH SelfInvest sits in Luxembourg and covers stocks, ETFs, forex, CFDs, options, futures and bonds under an account fee of €0 and an inactivity fee of €0, which suits investors who want many asset classes without a standing charge. Stock dealing is the cost to watch, at $1.90 a trade.
Score breakdown
| Area | Markets.com | WH SelfInvest |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.9Commission-free model: stock trades at fees of $0, account fee of $0, currency conversion of 0.6%. | 9.1HigherThe standing fees are flat, at €0 and €0, while the dealing charge of $1.90 a trade pulls the score down. |
| Offer | 9.7Higher | 9.5 |
| Trust | 9.9 | Not confirmed |
What each covers
| Markets | Markets.com | WH SelfInvest |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | Yes | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | Yes |
| CFDs | Yes | Yes |
| Options | No | Yes |
| Futures | No | Yes |
| Crypto | Yes | No |
| Bonds | Yes | Yes |
| Spread betting | Yes | No |
Sources behind this comparison
Markets.com
- markets.com: 6 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- tradingfinder.com: 4 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- wecomparebrokers.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- commodity.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
- investingreviews.co.uk: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
WH SelfInvest
- whselfinvest.com: 9 facts, checked September 26, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Markets.com | WH SelfInvest |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 40 of 490 | 77 of 490 |
| Forex brokers | 16 of 147 | 34 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 14 of 145 | 32 of 145 |
| CFD brokers | 13 of 122 | 27 of 122 |
| Copy trading platforms | 4 of 37 | 8 of 37 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Markets.com | WH SelfInvest |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Mobile app, Copy trading, Demo account, Crypto | Demo account, Fractional shares, Copy trading, Mobile app |
| Pricing model | Commission free | Not confirmed |
| Audience | Beginners, Experienced | Not confirmed |
| Legal entity | Finalto Financial Services Limited | Not confirmed |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Luxembourg |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centreCovers more | Email, Phone |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Markets.com | WH SelfInvest | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $100above the median | Not confirmed | $10 |
| Stock trade fee | $0at the median | $1.90highest quarter | $0 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 72.4%above the median | 76%highest quarter | 70.375% |
| Currency conversion fee | 0.6%above the median | Not confirmed | 0.4% |
Median across 99 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
Markets.com
Pros
- Stock trades carry fees of $0 on a commission-free model, so placing a share trade is not chargeable
- The account fee is $0, which ranks Markets.com at 1 of 138 brands on that measure
- Deposits and withdrawals carry no deposit or withdrawal fees, so moving money on and off the account stays cheap
Cons
- An inactivity charge of $10 catches dormant balances, placing Markets.com at 35 of 56 brands on that measure
- The minimum deposit of $100 is heavy, ranking at 148 of 213 brands, so a smaller opening balance rules it out
- A currency conversion fee of 0.6% sits on top of the commission-free model, so currency trades cost more than the share trades priced at $0
WH SelfInvest
Pros
- The account fee is €0 and the inactivity fee is €0, so an account left open or left idle is not billed, and the standing cost sits level with Vantage at $0.
- A single account covers stocks, etfs and forex, so shares, forex, CFDs, options, futures and bonds can be held and traded together.
- The platform choice runs from NanoTrader, TradingView and Trader Workstation, so the same account can be worked from a desktop terminal or from mobile apps.
Cons
- Stock dealing costs $1.90 a trade, where eToro charges $0 for its stock dealing.
- That dealing charge ranks 123 of 161 on our data, while the account fee sits at 1 of 138 and inactivity at 1 of 56, so the standing costs lead the table while dealing sits near the back of it.
- Support runs on email and phone, so a live chat window and a help centre are not part of the contact options.
Who each suits
Markets.com
Who it suits
- Retail traders who want stocks, forex, cfds, crypto and spread betting inside a single account
- Investors who trade often enough to clear the $100 minimum and steer clear of the $10 inactivity charge
- UK residents who want the account run by Finalto Financial Services Limited under the FCA
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone opening with a small balance, since the $100 minimum deposit compares with a site median of €4.64 while CFI takes $0 and Vantage takes $5
- Long term holders of an idle balance, because an inactivity charge of $10 applies
- Traders who mainly want forex and the lowest way in, since CFI and Vantage set minimum deposits at $0 and $5
WH SelfInvest
Who it suits
- Investors who want shares and leveraged products side by side, since stocks, etfs and forex puts forex, CFDs, options, futures and bonds in the same account.
- People who split activity between a desktop terminal and mobile apps, since NanoTrader, TradingView and Trader Workstation covers both.
- Traders who want to test before committing, since demo account, fractional shares and copy trading includes a demo account and fractional shares.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who mainly wants cheap stock dealing: eToro charges $0 for stock dealing against $1.90 here.
- Crypto traders, since crypto is missing from stocks, etfs and forex although CFI covers stocks, etfs and forex.
Questions about each
Markets.com
Does Markets.com charge commission on shares?+
The pricing model is commission-free, and stock trades carry fees of $0 on the trade itself. Currency conversion of 0.6% and an inactivity charge of $10 sit outside that figure, so regular traders should build both into the running cost.
Is there a monthly or annual account fee?+
Fees run $0 on the account, which ranks Markets.com at 1 out of 138 brands on that measure. Deposits and withdrawals carry no deposit or withdrawal fees as well, so funding the account and taking money back out stay clear of extra charges.
WH SelfInvest
Does WH SelfInvest charge an account fee?+
The account fee is €0 and the inactivity fee is €0, so there is nothing to pay for holding the account open and nothing for leaving it idle. That is why the brand ranks 1 of 138 on our data for the account fee and 1 of 56 for inactivity.
What does it cost to buy a stock?+
A stock trade costs $1.90, and that is the charge which scales with how often you trade. It ranks 123 of 161 on our data, so anyone dealing in shares regularly will feel it far more than the flat fees. Multiply it by the number of trades you expect.
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