CommSecfrom AUD $10 per trade (up to $1,000), AUD $19.95 (up to $10,000)
- Published fee
- from AUD $10 per trade (up to $1,000), AUD $19.95 (up to $10,000)
- Minimum deposit
- 0 AUD
Broker comparison
CommSec vs.
Questrade
Which broker fits your needs?
Platforms, products and fees side by side.
Checked on 22 October 2026
See comparisonCommSec
QuestradeVS
Summary
Your goal decides
Questrade has a higher rating of 4.2/5 compared to CommSec (4/5). Questrade offers 7 instrument types, while CommSec offers 5. The minimum deposit is lower at CommSec with 0 AUD. Oversight: CommSec: ASIC; Questrade: IIROC. CommSec: Yes, ASX options available. Questrade: Yes, Canadian and US options.
CommSecAustralia's largest online broker by Commonwealth Bank
QuestradeCanada's leading independent online broker with low fees
At a glance
The key differences
| Criterion | CommSec | Questrade |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | CommSec Web, CommSec App | Questrade Web, Questrade App, IQ Edge |
| Product types | Stocks, ETFs, Options, Warrants, Managed Funds | Stocks, ETFs, Options, Bonds, Mutual Funds, Forex, CFDs |
| Options trading | Yes, ASX options available | Yes, Canadian and US options |
| Fee model | from AUD $10 per trade (up to $1,000), AUD $19.95 (up to $10,000) | Stocks from CAD $4.95 per trade, ETFs free to buy, options from CAD $4.95 + $0.75/contract |
| Minimum deposit | 0 AUD | 1.000 CAD |
| Regulation | ASIC | IIROC |
| More information | Details | Details |
Platforms
CommSec
CommSec Web, CommSec App
Questrade
Questrade Web, Questrade App, IQ Edge
Product types
CommSec
Stocks, ETFs, Options, Warrants, Managed Funds
Questrade
Stocks, ETFs, Options, Bonds, Mutual Funds, Forex, CFDs
Options trading
CommSec
Yes, ASX options available
Questrade
Yes, Canadian and US options
Fee model
CommSec
from AUD $10 per trade (up to $1,000), AUD $19.95 (up to $10,000)
Questrade
Stocks from CAD $4.95 per trade, ETFs free to buy, options from CAD $4.95 + $0.75/contract
Minimum deposit
CommSec
0 AUD
Questrade
1.000 CAD
Regulation
CommSec
ASIC
Questrade
IIROC
Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.
Detailed comparison
Comparing fees
Compare total costs, not just the order fee.
CommSecQuestradeStocks from CAD $4.95 per trade, ETFs free to buy, options from CAD $4.95 + $0.75/contract
- Published fee
- Stocks from CAD $4.95 per trade, ETFs free to buy, options from CAD $4.95 + $0.75/contract
- Minimum deposit
- 1.000 CAD
The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.
Worked out
What does it actually cost?
Typical months at CommSec and Questrade, priced from their published fee schedules. Spreads, FX and exchange fees come on top depending on the venue.
| Scenario | CommSec | Questrade |
|---|---|---|
| ETF savings plan, ≈ €200 a month | A$2CommSec Pocket regular investing: A$2 per order up to A$1,000 × 1 | CA$0$0 commission on Canadian/US-listed ETFs (online); $0 × 1 |
| 10 stock buys of ≈ €1,000 a month | A$100Online, settled to CDIA: A$10 per trade (A$1,000–3,000) × 10 | CA$0$0 commission on Canadian/US-listed stocks (online); $0 × 10 |
| 10 US option contracts a month | —Not offered – only ASX exchange-traded options (online from A$34.95) | CA$0US equity options: zero commission, no contract fee; 0 × 10 |
| Custody and account fee per year | A$0Account keeping fee $0, inactivity fee A$0 | CA$0No annual account fees, no inactivity fees |
Checked on 22 October 2026. Prices can change; the current fee schedule is what counts. Sources: commsec.com.au · questrade.com · questrade.com
Execution quality
Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.
CommSecCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationQuestradeCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationProduct range
CommSecStocksETFsOptionsWarrantsManaged Funds
QuestradeStocksETFsOptionsBondsMutual FundsForexCFDs
Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.
Trading platforms
CommSecCommSec Web · CommSec App
CommSec offers trading through CommSec Web and the CommSec App. The web platform is comprehensive, offering research tools, stock screeners, detailed market data, charting features, and access to ASX options trading. The mobile app enables quick trading and portfolio monitoring on the go with push notifications and watchlists. CommSec is seamlessly integrated with Commonwealth Bank online banking and enables instant transfers between accounts.
Explore platformQuestradeQuestrade Web · Questrade App · IQ Edge
Questrade offers three trading platforms: Questrade Web, the Questrade App, and IQ Edge. The web platform provides standard trading functions with order placement and portfolio overview. IQ Edge is the desktop platform for active traders with advanced charting tools, real-time streaming, Level 2 data, and customizable watchlists. The mobile app enables trading and account management on the go. IQ Edge is particularly designed for options traders and active traders.
Explore platformCommSec
Commonwealth Securities Limited (ABN 60 067 254 399, AFSL 238814), CBA subsidiary
- Supervisor
- ASIC
Questrade
Questrade, Inc.
- Supervisor
- CIRO
Regulation does not protect against market losses. What counts is the entity you sign the contract with.
Your investor profile
Who might it suit?
CommSecAustralia's largest online broker by Commonwealth Bank
- Australia's most well-known and largest broker
- Seamless integration with Commonwealth Bank
- Comprehensive research and analysis tools
- Higher fees than neobrokers
- Only available for Australian customers
QuestradeCanada's leading independent online broker with low fees
- Free ETF purchases
- Canada's leading independent broker
- Options trading on US and Canadian markets
- Only available for Canadian customers
- Stock trading fees not the lowest
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CommSec oder Questrade?
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CommSec and Questrade 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.
Your questions
Frequently asked questions
How do fees differ between CommSec and Questrade?
CommSec: from AUD $10 per trade (up to $1,000), AUD $19.95 (up to $10,000). Questrade: Stocks from CAD $4.95 per trade, ETFs free to buy, options from CAD $4.95 + $0.75/contract. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: CommSec or Questrade?
CommSec offers Stocks, ETFs, Options, Warrants, Managed Funds. Questrade offers Stocks, ETFs, Options, Bonds, Mutual Funds, Forex, CFDs.
How are CommSec and Questrade regulated?
The broker profiles list ASIC for CommSec and IIROC for Questrade. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is CommSec or Questrade better for beginners?
CommSec lists a 0 AUD minimum deposit and offers CommSec Web, CommSec App. Questrade lists 1.000 CAD and offers Questrade Web, Questrade App, IQ Edge. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
CommSec vs Questrade: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between CommSec (4/5, 1800 reviews) and Questrade (4.2/5, 1300 reviews) depends on your needs. CommSec: Australia's largest online broker by Commonwealth Bank. Questrade: Canada's leading independent online broker with low fees.
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