This comparison pits DEGIRO and Moneta Markets in a battle over cost efficiency, exchange access, and regulation. The outcome hinges on which strengths matter most to you.
DEGIRO outpaces Moneta Markets in the editorial score, buoyed by stronger trust and regulation and access to 50 exchanges.
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Choose DEGIRO if…
Choose DEGIRO if you value broad exchange reach and a proprietary platform. It connects you to 50 exchanges worldwide and provides a flat-fee structure. It also supports dividend reinvestment, which aids long-term growth, and has no minimum deposit.
Choose Moneta Markets if…
Choose Moneta Markets if you want advanced charting and reliable phone support. It provides MT4/MT5 platforms and copy trading integration for equity strategies, backed by ASIC and FSCA regulation and negative balance protection, with leverage up to 1000:1.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
DEGIRO wins on safety & regulation due to higher category scores and robust BaFin and AFM oversight.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 3.5/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | N/A | $50 |
| Spreads from | N/A | 0 pips |
| Commission / lot | N/A | $6/lot |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | DEGIRO | Moneta Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Fail | Fail |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Fail | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | — |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Fail | Fail |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Pass | Fail |
| Extended hours trading | Fail | Fail |
| IPO access | Fail | Fail |
| Short selling | Pass | Pass |
| Stock screener tool | Pass | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Fail | Fail |
| Phone support | Fail | Pass |
DEGIRO rates 4.3/5 versus 3.5/5 for Moneta Markets. DEGIRO edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
Moneta Markets starts from 0. Current spread data is not available for DEGIRO. Check both brokers' websites for up-to-date spread and commission pricing.
Moneta Markets requires $50. Minimum deposit information is not currently available for DEGIRO.
Both DEGIRO and Moneta Markets hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each broker's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, Moneta Markets provides negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each broker's site before deciding.
DEGIRO lists maximum leverage of 1:1, while Moneta Markets lists up to 1000:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Moneta Markets charges $6 per trade on commission-based accounts. Commission details for DEGIRO are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing. Stock commissions may be charged as a flat rate per trade or per share; confirm the exact structure on each broker's website.
DEGIRO supports DEGIRO Platform, while Moneta Markets supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. DEGIRO has exclusive access to DEGIRO Platform. Moneta Markets has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and Proprietary Web/Mobile and MetaTrader 4.
Neither DEGIRO nor Moneta Markets is listed as offering commission-free trading in our data. Compare each broker's commission schedule directly, as fees vary by account type and the markets you trade.
DEGIRO is best for long-term investors with dividend reinvestment and no minimum deposit.
Moneta Markets wins for active traders with advanced charting and MT4/MT5 with copy trading.
DEGIRO is best for beginners thanks to no minimum deposit and broad exchange access.
DEGIRO dominates global market access with 50 exchanges.
DEGIRO wins for low-cost trading due to broad exchange access and transparent, flat-fee pricing.
| N/A |
| 0.6 pips |
| Inactivity fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit fee | Free | Free |
|---|
| Deposit methods | Bank transfer | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfer | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
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| Commission-free | No | No |
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| Fractional shares | No | No |
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| Dividend reinvestment | Yes | No |
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| Extended hours | No | No |
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| IPO access | No | No |
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| Short selling | Yes | Yes |
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| Regulators | BaFin AFM | ASIC FSCA FSA Seychelles |
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| Platforms | DEGIRO Platform | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses | 2 offers | None |
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