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comdirect

4.4(1.800 reviews)

Direct bank with comprehensive securities and options trading

BaFin RegulatedSince 1994
88
Trust Score
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0 €
Min. Deposit
7
Instruments
BaFin
Regulation
3
Platforms

Key Features

Stocks

Stocks trading available

ETFs

ETFs trading available

Options

Options trading available

Futures

Futures trading available

Funds

Funds trading available

Bonds

Bonds trading available

Derivatives

Derivatives trading available

comdirect App

Trading Platform

comdirect Web

Trading Platform

ProTrader

Trading Platform

Advantages

  • Eurex options trading available
  • Full bank with checking account
  • Comprehensive educational resources
  • Wide product range
  • Good customer service

Disadvantages

  • Higher fees than neobrokers
  • Custody fee without activity
  • ProTrader only for active traders

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About comdirect

comdirect was founded in 1994 in Quickborn near Hamburg and is today one of the best-known direct banks in Germany. As a BaFin-regulated institution, comdirect offers a comprehensive securities range including stocks, ETFs, options, futures, funds, bonds, and derivatives. The Eurex options trading capability particularly stands out, distinguishing comdirect from many competitors. The fee structure is 4.90 euros base fee plus 0.25 percent of the order volume (minimum 9.90 euros). As a full-service bank, comdirect also offers checking accounts, savings accounts, and credit cards alongside the brokerage account. The comprehensive educational resources and good customer service make the broker equally attractive for beginners and advanced traders. The ProTrader also provides a professional trading platform for active traders. The broad product range and Eurex connection make comdirect the first choice for investors who want to combine options trading with traditional banking.

comdirect FAQ

Does comdirect offer options trading?
Yes, comdirect offers Eurex options trading. You can trade options and futures through the Eurex derivatives exchange, making comdirect one of the few German direct banks with this feature.
What are the fees at comdirect?
comdirect charges 4.90 euros base fee plus 0.25 percent of the order volume per trade (minimum 9.90 euros). A custody fee may apply with inactivity. Many ETF savings plans are free.
What trading platforms are available at comdirect?
comdirect offers three platforms: the comdirect App for mobile trading, the comdirect Web platform, and ProTrader for active traders with advanced charting and analysis features.
Is comdirect suitable for beginners?
Yes, comdirect is suitable for beginners thanks to comprehensive educational resources, good customer service, and an intuitive app. Advanced traders additionally benefit from ProTrader and Eurex options trading.
Is there a minimum deposit at comdirect?
No, there is no minimum deposit at comdirect. Opening the account is free, and account maintenance is also free under certain conditions.
Strategies × Top Stocks

Popular Strategies to Try

Concrete example trades you can replicate after opening your account at comdirect.

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Long Straddle
TSLA

Long Straddle · Tesla

Tesla Inc.

Highly volatile — no clear direction · highly volatile mover

IV 5095%View example trade
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Long Straddle
NVDA

Long Straddle · NVIDIA

NVIDIA Corporation

Highly volatile — no clear direction · volatile stock

IV 4080%View example trade
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Covered Call
AAPL

Covered Call · Apple

Apple Inc.

Neutral to mildly bullish · calm stock

IV 2032%View example trade
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Covered Call
SAP

Covered Call · SAP

SAP SE

Neutral to mildly bullish · calm stock

IV 1830%View example trade
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Cash-Secured Put
AMZN

Cash-Secured Put · Amazon

Amazon.com Inc.

Neutral to mildly bullish · medium-volatility stock

IV 2542%View example trade
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Iron Condor
SPY

Iron Condor · S&P 500 ETF

SPDR S&P 500 ETF

Neutral / Sideways · calm stock

IV 1222%View example trade
Nasdaq-100 ETF logo
Iron Condor
QQQ

Iron Condor · Nasdaq-100 ETF

Invesco QQQ ETF (Nasdaq-100)

Neutral / Sideways · calm stock

IV 1628%View example trade
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Bull Call Spread
PLTR

Bull Call Spread · Palantir

Palantir Technologies Inc.

Bullish · highly volatile mover

IV 5590%View example trade
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Bull Call Spread
MSTR

Bull Call Spread · MicroStrategy

MicroStrategy Inc.

Bullish · highly volatile mover

IV 85160%View example trade
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Bear Put Spread
COIN

Bear Put Spread · Coinbase

Coinbase Global Inc.

Bearish · highly volatile mover

IV 65120%View example trade
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Butterfly Strategy
MSFT

Butterfly Strategy · Microsoft

Microsoft Corporation

Neutral — stock expected to stay near the center strike · calm stock

IV 1830%View example trade
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Bull Call Spread
NVDA

Bull Call Spread · NVIDIA

NVIDIA Corporation

Bullish · volatile stock

IV 4080%View example trade