Baader BankIndividual conditions, market making for neobrokers
- Published fee
- Individual conditions, market making for neobrokers
- Minimum deposit
- 0 €
Broker comparison
Baader Bank vs.
Consorsbank
Which broker fits your needs?
Platforms, products and fees side by side.
Updated: October 2026
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Summary
Your goal decides
Consorsbank has a higher rating of 4.3/5 compared to Baader Bank (3.9/5). Consorsbank offers 6 instrument types, while Baader Bank offers 5. Oversight: Baader Bank: BaFin; Consorsbank: ECB, ACPR/AMF (FR), BaFin for the German branch. Baader Bank: No, primarily market making and B2B. Consorsbank: Yes, listed options: Eurex, US. Baader Bank has been in the market since 1983, making it the more experienced provider.
Baader BankTraditional investment bank and market maker
ConsorsbankGerman full-service bank with comprehensive securities offering
At a glance
The key differences
| Criterion | Baader Bank | Consorsbank |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Baader Trading, gettex | ActiveTrader, Consorsbank App, Web |
| Product types | Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives | Stocks, ETFs, Options, Futures, Bonds, Funds |
| Options trading | No, primarily market making and B2B | Yes, listed options: Eurex, US |
| Fee model | Individual conditions, market making for neobrokers | Eurex: €12.25 per order + 0.50% of premium, min. €19.50 per order, plus exchange fees (no per-contract price); US: OCC options: per contract €2.50 Consorsbank commission + USD 1.00 clearing/execution, no minimum, plus exchange, ORF and SEC fees; purchases and sales |
| Minimum deposit | 0 € | 0 € |
| Regulation | BaFin | ECB, ACPR/AMF (FR), BaFin for the German branch |
| More information | Details | Details |
Platforms
Baader Bank
Baader Trading, gettex
Consorsbank
ActiveTrader, Consorsbank App, Web
Product types
Baader Bank
Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives
Consorsbank
Stocks, ETFs, Options, Futures, Bonds, Funds
Options trading
Baader Bank
No, primarily market making and B2B
Consorsbank
Yes, listed options: Eurex, US
Fee model
Baader Bank
Individual conditions, market making for neobrokers
Consorsbank
Eurex: €12.25 per order + 0.50% of premium, min. €19.50 per order, plus exchange fees (no per-contract price); US: OCC options: per contract €2.50 Consorsbank commission + USD 1.00 clearing/execution, no minimum, plus exchange, ORF and SEC fees; purchases and sales
Minimum deposit
Baader Bank
0 €
Consorsbank
0 €
Regulation
Baader Bank
BaFin
Consorsbank
ECB, ACPR/AMF (FR), BaFin for the German branch
Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.
Detailed comparison
Comparing fees
Compare total costs, not just the order fee.
Baader BankConsorsbankTerms by market
- Eurex
- €12.25 per order + 0.50% of premium, min. €19.50 per order, plus exchange fees (no per-contract price)
- US
- OCC options: per contract €2.50 Consorsbank commission + USD 1.00 clearing/execution, no minimum, plus exchange, ORF and SEC fees; purchases and sales
- Minimum deposit
- 0 €
The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.
Execution quality
Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.
Baader BankCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationConsorsbankCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationProduct range
Baader BankStocksETFsFundsBondsDerivatives
ConsorsbankStocksETFsOptionsFuturesBondsFunds
Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.
Trading platforms
Baader BankBaader Trading · gettex
Baader Bank offers the Baader Trading platform and operates the gettex trading venue. The Baader Trading platform is geared toward institutional clients and professional market participants, offering real-time prices, order routing, and settlement functions. The gettex trading venue is a fully electronic trading system with tight spreads and fee-free trading for connected broker partners. For retail investors, indirect access through neobrokers such as Scalable Capital or Smartbroker+ is the most common route.
Explore platformConsorsbankActiveTrader · Consorsbank App · Web
Consorsbank offers ActiveTrader as a professional desktop platform with real-time quotes, technical analysis, market depth, and direct order placement. The Consorsbank App and web interface complement the offering for mobile and browser-based trading.
Explore platformConsorsbankBNP Paribas S.A. Niederlassung Deutschland, Nürnberg (Zweigniederlassung einer französischen Bank)
ECB, ACPR/AMF (FR), BaFin for the German branch
Regulatory informationRegulation does not prevent market losses. The relevant authority depends on the contracting entity.
Your investor profile
Who might it suit?
Baader BankTraditional investment bank and market maker
- Long-standing experience since 1983
- BaFin-regulated bank
- Operates gettex trading venue
- Primarily B2B, limited retail service
- No modern retail interface
ConsorsbankGerman full-service bank with comprehensive securities offering
- German bank
- Comprehensive support
- Trader education
- Higher fees
- Less modern platform
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Baader Bank oder Consorsbank?
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Baader Bank and Consorsbank do not earn the same way
The table shows what they cost. These lessons show how they earn, which is what the difference is made of.
Who is on the other side?
Whether your order leaves the building or stops at the desk
Open the lesson →The fill you actually get
Why the price on screen and the price you get are not the same
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Which entity you actually contract with, and what it committed to
Open the lesson →Your questions
Frequently asked questions
How do fees differ between Baader Bank and Consorsbank?
Baader Bank: Individual conditions, market making for neobrokers. Consorsbank: Eurex: €12.25 per order + 0.50% of premium, min. €19.50 per order, plus exchange fees (no per-contract price); US: OCC options: per contract €2.50 Consorsbank commission + USD 1.00 clearing/execution, no minimum, plus exchange, ORF and SEC fees; purchases and sales. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Baader Bank or Consorsbank?
Baader Bank offers Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives. Consorsbank offers Stocks, ETFs, Options, Futures, Bonds, Funds.
How are Baader Bank and Consorsbank regulated?
The broker profiles list BaFin for Baader Bank and ECB, ACPR/AMF (FR), BaFin for the German branch for Consorsbank. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Baader Bank or Consorsbank better for beginners?
Baader Bank lists a 0 € minimum deposit and offers Baader Trading, gettex. Consorsbank lists 0 € and offers ActiveTrader, Consorsbank App, Web. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Baader Bank vs Consorsbank: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Baader Bank (3.9/5, 380 reviews) and Consorsbank (4.3/5, 654 reviews) depends on your needs. Baader Bank: Traditional investment bank and market maker. Consorsbank: German full-service bank with comprehensive securities offering.
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