QuestradeStocks 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
Broker comparison
Questrade vs.
Selfwealth
Which broker fits your needs?
Platforms, products and fees side by side.
Checked on 22 October 2026
See comparisonQuestrade
SelfwealthVS
Summary
Your goal decides
Questrade has a higher rating of 4.2/5 compared to Selfwealth (3.9/5). Questrade offers 7 instrument types, while Selfwealth offers 2. The minimum deposit is lower at Selfwealth with 0 AUD. Oversight: Questrade: IIROC; Selfwealth: ASIC. Questrade: Yes, Canadian and US options. Selfwealth: No.
QuestradeCanada's leading independent online broker with low fees
SelfwealthAustralian flat-fee broker with transparent pricing
At a glance
The key differences
| Criterion | Questrade | Selfwealth |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Questrade Web, Questrade App, IQ Edge | Selfwealth Web, Selfwealth App |
| Product types | Stocks, ETFs, Options, Bonds, Mutual Funds, Forex, CFDs | Stocks, ETFs |
| Options trading | Yes, Canadian and US options | No |
| Fee model | Stocks from CAD $4.95 per trade, ETFs free to buy, options from CAD $4.95 + $0.75/contract | AUD $9.50 flat fee per trade (ASX), US stocks from $0 commission |
| Minimum deposit | 1.000 CAD | 0 AUD |
| Regulation | IIROC | ASIC |
| More information | Details | Details |
Platforms
Questrade
Questrade Web, Questrade App, IQ Edge
Selfwealth
Selfwealth Web, Selfwealth App
Product types
Questrade
Stocks, ETFs, Options, Bonds, Mutual Funds, Forex, CFDs
Selfwealth
Stocks, ETFs
Options trading
Questrade
Yes, Canadian and US options
Selfwealth
No
Fee model
Questrade
Stocks from CAD $4.95 per trade, ETFs free to buy, options from CAD $4.95 + $0.75/contract
Selfwealth
AUD $9.50 flat fee per trade (ASX), US stocks from $0 commission
Minimum deposit
Questrade
1.000 CAD
Selfwealth
0 AUD
Regulation
Questrade
IIROC
Selfwealth
ASIC
Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.
Detailed comparison
Comparing fees
Compare total costs, not just the order fee.
QuestradeSelfwealthAUD $9.50 flat fee per trade (ASX), US stocks from $0 commission
- Published fee
- AUD $9.50 flat fee per trade (ASX), US stocks from $0 commission
- Minimum deposit
- 0 AUD
The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.
Worked out
What does it actually cost?
Typical months at Questrade and Selfwealth, priced from their published fee schedules. Spreads, FX and exchange fees come on top depending on the venue.
| Scenario | Questrade | Selfwealth |
|---|---|---|
| ETF savings plan, ≈ €200 a month | CA$0$0 commission on Canadian/US-listed ETFs (online); $0 × 1 | A$9.50Auto-Invest: flat A$9.50 per filled order × 1 |
| 10 stock buys of ≈ €1,000 a month | CA$0$0 commission on Canadian/US-listed stocks (online); $0 × 10 | A$95ASX: flat A$9.50 per trade × 10 |
| 10 US option contracts a month | CA$0US equity options: zero commission, no contract fee; 0 × 10 | —Not offered |
| Custody and account fee per year | CA$0No annual account fees, no inactivity fees | A$0No account opening, inactivity or closure fees |
Checked on 22 October 2026. Prices can change; the current fee schedule is what counts. Sources: questrade.com · questrade.com · help.selfwealth.com.au · selfwealth.com.au
Execution quality
Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.
QuestradeCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationSelfwealthCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationProduct range
QuestradeStocksETFsOptionsBondsMutual FundsForexCFDs
SelfwealthStocksETFs
Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.
Trading platforms
QuestradeQuestrade 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 platformSelfwealthSelfwealth Web · Selfwealth App
Selfwealth offers trading through Selfwealth Web and the Selfwealth App. The web platform provides order placement, portfolio overview, community performance comparison, and market data. The mobile app enables trading and portfolio monitoring on the go. Both platforms are clearly designed and focused on simplicity but offer few advanced trading features like real-time charts or technical indicators.
Explore platformQuestrade
Questrade, Inc.
- Supervisor
- CIRO
Selfwealth
Selfwealth Pty Ltd (AFSL 421789), 'Selfwealth by Syfe'
- Supervisor
- ASIC
Regulation does not protect against market losses. What counts is the entity you sign the contract with.
Your investor profile
Who might it suit?
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
SelfwealthAustralian 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)
Find the broker that fits
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Side by side. Decided with knowledge.
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- Fees
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- Regulation
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Two brokers. Many options. Your call.
Questrade and Selfwealth 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 Questrade and Selfwealth?
Questrade: Stocks from CAD $4.95 per trade, ETFs free to buy, options from CAD $4.95 + $0.75/contract. Selfwealth: AUD $9.50 flat fee per trade (ASX), US stocks from $0 commission. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Questrade or Selfwealth?
Questrade offers Stocks, ETFs, Options, Bonds, Mutual Funds, Forex, CFDs. Selfwealth offers Stocks, ETFs.
How are Questrade and Selfwealth regulated?
The broker profiles list IIROC for Questrade and ASIC for Selfwealth. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Questrade or Selfwealth better for beginners?
Questrade lists a 1.000 CAD minimum deposit and offers Questrade Web, Questrade App, IQ Edge. Selfwealth lists 0 AUD and offers Selfwealth Web, Selfwealth App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Questrade vs Selfwealth: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Questrade (4.2/5, 1300 reviews) and Selfwealth (3.9/5, 550 reviews) depends on your needs. Questrade: Canada's leading independent online broker with low fees. Selfwealth: Australian flat-fee broker with transparent pricing.
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