What should beginners compare when choosing a broker?
Start with what a beginner account costs to open and hold, then check what the money is protected by. eToro suits beginners and charges an account fee of $0 with a management fee of 0% on its commission-free model. The legal entity is eToro (Europe) Ltd, and client money sits under EU ICS up to EUR 20,000. Beginners can also use a demo account and fractional shares before committing. See our Brokers for beginners guide.