Freedom24Terms by market
- US
- Smart plan: USD 0.65 per contract; All-inclusive plan: USD 3 per contract + USD 10 per order
- Minimum deposit
- 0 €
- Spread figure
- Stocks from $0.02/share + $1.20/order (Smart plan), up to 8.3% interest on USD balance
Broker comparison
Freedom24 vs.
Smartbroker+
Which broker fits your needs?
Platforms, products and fees side by side.
Checked on 22 October 2026
See comparisonFreedom24
Smartbroker+VS
Summary
Your goal decides
Freedom24 has a higher rating of 4.2/5 compared to Smartbroker+ (4.1/5). Oversight: Freedom24: CySEC (Cyprus), licence 275/15; Smartbroker+: BaFin. Freedom24: Yes, listed options: US. Smartbroker+: No, no options trading. Freedom24 has been in the market since 2008, making it the more experienced provider.
Freedom24Access to US and EU exchanges with real options and savings plans
Smartbroker+Low-cost trading with access to all German exchanges
At a glance
The key differences
| Criterion | Freedom24 | Smartbroker+ |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Freedom24 App, Freedom24 Web | Smartbroker+ App, Smartbroker+ Web |
| Product types | Stocks, ETFs, Options, Bonds, Futures | Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives |
| Options trading | Yes, listed options: US | No, no options trading |
| Fee model | US: Smart plan: USD 0.65 per contract; All-inclusive plan: USD 3 per contract + USD 10 per order | €0 at gettex (from €500) or from €4 at other exchanges |
| Minimum deposit | 0 € | 0 € |
| Regulation | CySEC (Cyprus), licence 275/15 | BaFin |
| More information | Details | Details |
Platforms
Freedom24
Freedom24 App, Freedom24 Web
Smartbroker+
Smartbroker+ App, Smartbroker+ Web
Product types
Freedom24
Stocks, ETFs, Options, Bonds, Futures
Smartbroker+
Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives
Options trading
Freedom24
Yes, listed options: US
Smartbroker+
No, no options trading
Fee model
Freedom24
US: Smart plan: USD 0.65 per contract; All-inclusive plan: USD 3 per contract + USD 10 per order
Smartbroker+
€0 at gettex (from €500) or from €4 at other exchanges
Minimum deposit
Freedom24
0 €
Smartbroker+
0 €
Regulation
Freedom24
CySEC (Cyprus), licence 275/15
Smartbroker+
BaFin
Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.
Detailed comparison
Comparing fees
Compare total costs, not just the order fee.
Freedom24Smartbroker+€0 at gettex (from €500) or from €4 at other exchanges
- Published fee
- €0 at gettex (from €500) or from €4 at other exchanges
- Minimum deposit
- 0 €
The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.
Worked out
What does it actually cost?
Typical months at Freedom24 and Smartbroker+, priced from their published fee schedules. Spreads, FX and exchange fees come on top depending on the venue.
| Scenario | Freedom24 | Smartbroker+ |
|---|---|---|
| ETF savings plan, ≈ €200 a month | €2.04No savings plan in fee schedule; single buy on Smart: €2 + €0.02/share (≈2 shares at €100) | €0ETF savings plan €0 |
| 10 stock buys of ≈ €1,000 a month | €22Smart: €2 + €0.02/share; at 10 shares of €100 = €2.20 × 10 (depends on share count) | €0gettex €0 per order from €500 × 10 (Xetra: €4 + 0.01% + exchange fees) |
| 10 US option contracts a month | US$6.50Smart: $0.65 per contract × 10, no per-order fee | —No listed options offered (securitised derivatives only) |
| One BTC purchase of ≈ €1,000 | —No spot crypto in fee schedule | €9Crypto 0.90% of value × €1,000 plus venue markup |
| Custody and account fee per year | €0Smart: no monthly fee; no custody fee for trading account | €0Custody free |
Checked on 22 October 2026. Prices can change; the current fee schedule is what counts. Sources: freedom24.com · smartbrokerplus.de
Execution quality
Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.
Freedom24Check the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationSmartbroker+Check the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationProduct range
Freedom24StocksETFsOptionsBondsFutures
Smartbroker+StocksETFsFundsBondsDerivatives
Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.
Trading platforms
Freedom24Freedom24 App · Freedom24 Web
Freedom24 offers its own web platform and mobile app for iOS and Android. The platform enables trading of stocks, ETFs, options, futures, and bonds across over 15 global exchanges. It provides real-time quotes, portfolio overviews, savings plan features, and basic analytical tools. The user interface is functional, though it could benefit from a more modern design.
Explore platformSmartbroker+Smartbroker+ App · Smartbroker+ Web
Smartbroker+ offers its customers the Smartbroker+ App and the Smartbroker+ Web platform. Both interfaces are designed for simple and fast order placement. The app enables mobile trading with real-time price data, watchlists, and portfolio overview. The web platform offers advanced chart analysis functions and detailed order masks. Various order types such as limit, stop, and market orders are supported. The platform is continuously being developed and enhanced with new features.
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Who might it suit?
Freedom24Access to US and EU exchanges with real options and savings plans
- Real US options trading available
- Access to 15+ global exchanges
- Attractive daily interest on account balance
- Fees higher than neobrokers
- Platform could be more intuitive
Smartbroker+Low-cost trading with access to all German exchanges
- €0 order fee at gettex from €500
- Access to all German exchanges
- Wide range of savings plans
- No options trading
- Platform still evolving
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Freedom24 and Smartbroker+ do not earn the same way
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Your questions
Frequently asked questions
How do fees differ between Freedom24 and Smartbroker+?
Freedom24: US: Smart plan: USD 0.65 per contract; All-inclusive plan: USD 3 per contract + USD 10 per order. Smartbroker+: €0 at gettex (from €500) or from €4 at other exchanges. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Freedom24 or Smartbroker+?
Freedom24 offers Stocks, ETFs, Options, Bonds, Futures. Smartbroker+ offers Stocks, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Derivatives.
How are Freedom24 and Smartbroker+ regulated?
The broker profiles list CySEC (Cyprus), licence 275/15 for Freedom24 and BaFin for Smartbroker+. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Freedom24 or Smartbroker+ better for beginners?
Freedom24 lists a 0 € minimum deposit and offers Freedom24 App, Freedom24 Web. Smartbroker+ lists 0 € and offers Smartbroker+ App, Smartbroker+ Web. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Freedom24 vs Smartbroker+: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Freedom24 (4.2/5, 750 reviews) and Smartbroker+ (4.1/5, 890 reviews) depends on your needs. Freedom24: Access to US and EU exchanges with real options and savings plans. Smartbroker+: Low-cost trading with access to all German exchanges.
Your next step
Your next step
Freedom24Access to US and EU exchanges with real options and savings plans
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