Avanza
FI (Sweden)
Nordnet
FI (Sweden)
Avanza vs Nordnet
Head-to-Head Comparison 2026
Our Verdict
Avanza has a higher rating of 4.4/5 compared to Nordnet (4.2/5). Avanza offers 7 instrument types, while Nordnet offers 6. Nordnet has been in the market since 1996, making it the more experienced provider.
Comparison Table
| Criteria | Avanza | Nordnet |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.4/5 (2200 reviews)✓ | 4.2/5 (1400 reviews) |
| Regulation | FI (Sweden) | FI (Sweden) |
| Fees | 0 SEK commission on Swedish stocks, international from $1 per trade | Stocks from 0 SEK (Nordnet Markets), otherwise from 39 SEK per trade |
| Min. Deposit | 0 SEK | 0 SEK |
| Instruments | Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Options, Warrants, Certificates | Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Options, Warrants |
| Platforms | Avanza Web, Avanza App | Nordnet Web, Nordnet App |
| Options Trading | Yes, Swedish options | Yes, Nordic options |
| Founded | 1999 | 1996 |
| Headquarters | Stockholm | Stockholm |
Detailed Comparison
Fee Comparison
Avanza: 0 SEK commission on Swedish stocks, international from $1 per trade. Minimum deposit: 0 SEK.
Nordnet: Stocks from 0 SEK (Nordnet Markets), otherwise from 39 SEK per trade. Minimum deposit: 0 SEK.
Product Range
Avanza (7 categories)
Nordnet (6 categories)
Trading Platforms
Avanza
- Avanza Web
- Avanza App
Nordnet
- Nordnet Web
- Nordnet App
Regulation & Security
Avanza is regulated by FI (Sweden) (HQ: Stockholm).
Nordnet is regulated by FI (Sweden) (HQ: Stockholm).
Who Is It For?
Avanza
Sweden's most popular online broker with commission-free trading
✓ Commission-free trading of Swedish stocks
✓ Sweden's most used investment platform
✓ Excellent mobile app
✗ Only available for customers in Sweden
✗ Platform exclusively in Swedish
Nordnet
Leading Scandinavian online broker for stocks, funds and savings plans
✓ Leading broker in the Nordic countries
✓ Free savings plans (Månadsspar)
✓ Access to Nordic and international markets
✗ Primarily focused on Scandinavian customers
✗ Fees for international stocks higher
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Avanza
Sweden's most popular online broker with commission-free trading
Open Account →From 0 SEK min. deposit
Nordnet
Leading Scandinavian online broker for stocks, funds and savings plans
Open Account →From 0 SEK min. deposit