comdirect
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comdirect vs Swissquote
Head-to-Head Comparison 2026
Our Verdict
Swissquote offers 8 instrument types, while comdirect offers 7. The minimum deposit is lower at comdirect with 0 €. comdirect is BaFin-regulated, while Swissquote is supervised by FINMA. comdirect has been in the market since 1994, making it the more experienced provider. comdirect charges no inactivity fee, while the other does.
Comparison Table
| Criteria | comdirect | Swissquote |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.4/5 (1800 reviews) | 4.4/5 (1200 reviews) |
| Regulation | BaFin | FINMA |
| Fees | €4.90 base fee + 0.25% of order volume (min. €9.90) | Stocks from CHF 5, forex spreads from 1.3 pip (Standard) |
| Min. Deposit | 0 € | 1.000 CHF |
| Instruments | Stocks, ETFs, Options, Futures, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, Options, Futures, Bonds, Funds, Crypto |
| Platforms | comdirect App, comdirect Web, ProTrader | Swissquote eTrading, MT4, MT5, Swissquote App |
| Options Trading | Yes, Eurex options trading available | Yes, options trading available via eTrading |
| Spread (typical) | — | EUR/USD from 1.1 pip (Standard), 0.6 pip (Premium) |
| Execution Speed | ~30 ms (Xetra), ~80 ms (Tradegate) | — |
| Inactivity Fee | None | No inactivity fee; however CHF 80/quarter custody fee on securities accounts |
| Founded | 1994 | 1996 |
| Headquarters | Quickborn | Gland |
Detailed Comparison
Fee Comparison
comdirect: €4.90 base fee + 0.25% of order volume (min. €9.90). Minimum deposit: 0 €.
Swissquote: Stocks from CHF 5, forex spreads from 1.3 pip (Standard). Minimum deposit: 1.000 CHF. Spread: EUR/USD from 1.1 pip (Standard), 0.6 pip (Premium). Inactivity fee: No inactivity fee; however CHF 80/quarter custody fee on securities accounts.
Execution Quality
comdirect
Execution: ~30 ms (Xetra), ~80 ms (Tradegate)
Swissquote
No data available
Product Range
comdirect (7 categories)
Swissquote (8 categories)
Trading Platforms
comdirect
- comdirect App
- comdirect Web
- ProTrader
Swissquote
- Swissquote eTrading
- MT4
- MT5
- Swissquote App
Regulation & Security
comdirect is regulated by BaFin (HQ: Quickborn).
Swissquote is regulated by FINMA (HQ: Gland).
Who Is It For?
comdirect
Direct bank with comprehensive securities and options trading
✓ Eurex options trading available
✓ Full bank with checking account
✓ Comprehensive educational resources
✗ Higher fees than neobrokers
✗ Custody fee without activity
Swissquote
Swiss online bank with premium trading and crypto offering
✓ Swiss banking license (FINMA)
✓ Broad product range incl. crypto
✓ High deposit protection
✗ Higher minimum deposit (CHF 1,000)
✗ Fees higher than pure online brokers
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comdirect
Direct bank with comprehensive securities and options trading
Open Account →From 0 € min. deposit
Swissquote
Swiss online bank with premium trading and crypto offering
Open Account →From 1.000 CHF min. deposit