Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
Swissquote vs Wealthfront
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Swissquote |  Wealthfront |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $1,000 | $1Lower |
| Stock trade fee | $20 | $0Lower |
| Markets | Stocks, Forex, CFDs, Crypto | Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Funds |
| Regulators | Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF) | SIPC |
| Investor protection | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 | SIPC up to USD 500,000 |
| Account fee | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Inactivity fee | $10 | Not confirmed |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | Not confirmed | Free instant withdrawals |
| Platforms | Not confirmed | Web, iOS app, Android app |
| Account types | Not confirmed | IRA, Roth IRA, Joint |
| Maximum retail leverage | 1:100 | Not confirmed |
| Interest on cash | Not confirmed | 3.55% |
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Key differences
- Wealthfront scores higher overall: 9.1 vs 8.8.
- Regulators: only Swissquote offers Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF).
- Regulators: only Wealthfront offers SIPC.
- Founded is lower at Swissquote: 1996 vs 2011.
- Minimum deposit is lower at Wealthfront: $1 vs $1,000.
- Stock trade fee is lower at Wealthfront: $0 vs $20.
- Markets: only Swissquote offers Forex, CFDs, Crypto.
- Markets: only Wealthfront offers ETFs, Bonds, Funds.
- Support channels: only Wealthfront offers Email.
- Features: only Swissquote offers Demo account.
Our verdict on each
Swissquote
Swissquote runs a Swiss bank entity under CSSF supervision with EU investor compensation, so it suits traders who want a bank behind the account. The trade-off is entry cost: a stock trade fee of $20 and a minimum deposit of $1,000 sit well above cheaper rivals.
Wealthfront
Wealthfront suits beginners who want their portfolio run for them, with a management fee of 0.25% on automated portfolios and a deposit starting at $1. Commission-free dealing at $0 and free instant withdrawals keep running costs low, though the managed minimum is higher than some rivals.
Score breakdown
| Area | Swissquote | Wealthfront |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.3Costs run high: stock trade fee $20, minimum deposit $1,000 and inactivity fee $10 sit above site medians. | 9.0HigherCash pays 3.55%, the account fee is $0 and the management fee of 0.25% sits below 0.4% for robo-advisors here. |
| Offer | 9.0 | 9.5Higher |
| Trust | 9.0 | 9.1Higher |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Swissquote | Wealthfront |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 187 of 471 | 129 of 471 |
| Robo-advisors | 78 of 151 | 47 of 151 |
What each covers
| Markets | Swissquote | Wealthfront |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | No | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | No |
| CFDs | Yes | No |
| Crypto | Yes | No |
| Bonds | No | Yes |
| Funds | No | Yes |
Where these facts come from
Swissquote
- swissquote.com: 7 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- esma.europa.eu: 4 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Wealthfront
- wealthfront.com: 14 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- sipc.org: 3 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Swissquote | Wealthfront |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Demo account, Mobile app | Fractional shares, Mobile app |
| Pricing model | Not confirmed | Commission free |
| Audience | Not confirmed | Beginners |
| Legal entity | Swissquote Bank Europe SA | WEALTHFRONT BROKERAGE LLC |
| Headquarters | Luxembourg | United States |
| Founded | 1996Lower | 2011 |
| Support channels | Phone, Help centre | Email, Phone, Help centreCovers more |
Robo-advisors
| Fact | Swissquote | Wealthfront |
|---|---|---|
| Management fee | Not confirmed | 0.25% |
| Minimum investment | Not confirmed | $500 |
| Portfolio types | ESG | ETF, ESG, CashCovers more |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Swissquote | Wealthfront | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $1,000highest quarter | $1below the median | $25 |
| Stock trade fee | $20highest quarter | $0at the median | $0 |
| Account fee | Not confirmed | $0at the median | $0 |
| Inactivity fee | $10above the median | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Interest on cash | Not confirmed | 3.55%above the median | 3% |
Median across 134 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
Swissquote
Pros
- Regulated by the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF) in Luxembourg, with the legal entity named as Swissquote Bank Europe SA.
- Covers stocks, forex, CFDs and crypto on a single account, with retail leverage of 1:100.
- A demo account and a mobile app are both listed features, so you can test before committing.
Cons
- Costs are high for a retail account: a stock trade fee of $20 against a site median of €0.
- The minimum deposit of $1,000 ranks 191 of 213, far above the site median of €4.64.
- An inactivity fee of $10 applies, where the site median is €0.
Wealthfront
Pros
- Trading is commission-free, with a stock trade fee of $0 on share dealing.
- The cash account fee is $0, and the management fee on automated portfolios is 0.25%.
- A minimum deposit of $1 and fractional shares make it easy to spread small amounts across stocks, etfs and bonds.
Cons
- Support runs on email, phone and help centre only, which narrows the options for anyone who wants live chat.
- Managed portfolios need $500 to open, well above the typical entry point across the brokers listed here (€25).
- Asset choice stops at stocks, etfs and bonds, so the product list suits long-term holders more than active traders.
Who each suits
Swissquote
Who it suits
- Traders moving between forex, CFDs, crypto and shares on a single account
- Investors who put weight on a supervised bank entity and investor compensation
- People who want to practise on a demo account before risking money
Who should look elsewhere
- Newcomers with a small starting balance, since the minimum deposit is $1,000
- Share buyers focused on trading costs, given the stock trade fee of $20 against eToro at $0
- Passive long term investors, because the portfolio options listed are esg
Wealthfront
Who it suits
- Beginners, since the audience is listed as beginners and the deposit and fee levels keep the entry small.
- US savers building retirement or shared accounts, with ira, roth ira and joint on offer.
- Long-term holders who want a robo portfolio alongside cash, reachable from Web, iOS app and Android app.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who needs a lower floor for managed investing: Axos Invest starts at $100, against $500 here.
- Readers after a plan fee rather than a robo charge, since Vivid Standard charges 0.5% to 1.5%.
Current offers
Wealthfront
Current offer
Bonus
Cash Account APY Boost: up to 4.45% APY (3.55% base APY as of 09/18/2026)
APY Boost applies up to a $150,000 balance; 3.55% base APY as of 09/18/2026, provided by program banks and subject to change; funds held at program banks
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Swissquote | Wealthfront |
|---|---|---|
| United States | No | Yes |
Questions about each
Swissquote
How much does it cost to trade shares with Swissquote?+
The stock trade fee is $20, which is well above the site median of €0. Swissquote ranks 161 of 161 on this measure, so share dealing here is costly. eToro, by contrast, charges $0 per trade.
What is the minimum deposit to open an account?+
The minimum deposit is $1,000, which is a high bar for a first account. On our data Swissquote ranks 191 of 213 on this measure, against a site median of €4.64. Vantage asks for $5 and CFI for $0.
Wealthfront
What does Wealthfront charge to manage my portfolio?+
The management fee is 0.25% on automated portfolios, while the cash account fee is $0. Stock trade fees are $0, so for most readers the robo charge is the only recurring cost to weigh against a rival's plan fee.
How much do I need to get started?+
The minimum deposit is $1, so an account can be opened with a small transfer, and instant withdrawals are free if plans change. An automated portfolio needs $500 to open, which is the figure most readers should compare with other robo-advisors.
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