CommSec
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Selfwealth
ASIC
CommSec vs Selfwealth
Head-to-Head Comparison 2026
Our Verdict
CommSec has a higher rating of 4/5 compared to Selfwealth (3.9/5). CommSec offers 5 instrument types, while Selfwealth offers 2. CommSec offers options trading, while the other does not. CommSec has been in the market since 1995, making it the more experienced provider.
Comparison Table
| Criteria | CommSec | Selfwealth |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4/5 (1800 reviews)✓ | 3.9/5 (550 reviews) |
| Regulation | ASIC | ASIC |
| Fees | from AUD $10 per trade (up to $1,000), AUD $19.95 (up to $10,000) | AUD $9.50 flat fee per trade (ASX), US stocks from $0 commission |
| Min. Deposit | 0 AUD | 0 AUD |
| Instruments | Stocks, ETFs, Options, Warrants, Managed Funds | Stocks, ETFs |
| Platforms | CommSec Web, CommSec App | Selfwealth Web, Selfwealth App |
| Options Trading | Yes, ASX options available | No |
| Founded | 1995 | 2012 |
| Headquarters | Sydney | Melbourne |
Detailed Comparison
Fee Comparison
CommSec: from AUD $10 per trade (up to $1,000), AUD $19.95 (up to $10,000). Minimum deposit: 0 AUD.
Selfwealth: AUD $9.50 flat fee per trade (ASX), US stocks from $0 commission. Minimum deposit: 0 AUD.
Product Range
CommSec (5 categories)
Selfwealth (2 categories)
Trading Platforms
CommSec
- CommSec Web
- CommSec App
Selfwealth
- Selfwealth Web
- Selfwealth App
Regulation & Security
CommSec is regulated by ASIC (HQ: Sydney).
Selfwealth is regulated by ASIC (HQ: Melbourne).
Who Is It For?
CommSec
Australia'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
Selfwealth
Australian flat-fee broker with transparent pricing
✓ Transparent flat-fee structure
✓ Commission-free US stock trading
✓ Community features for performance comparison
✗ Only available for Australian customers
✗ Limited product range (stocks and ETFs only)