This head to head pits two popular brokers on cost, market access, and long term features, highlighting DEGIRO's low cost, broad exchange model versus Revolut's convenient, plan based trades.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose if…
Choose DEGIRO if you want access to 50+ exchanges with a transparent flat-fee model.
Choose if…
Choose Revolut if you prefer an all in one app with fractional shares and plan based commission free trades.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | N/A | N/A |
| Spreads from | N/A | N/A |
| Commission / lot | N/A | N/A |
| Inactivity fee | None | None |
| Deposit fee | Free |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | DEGIRO | Revolut |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | Fail |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Fail | Pass |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Fail | Pass |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Fail | Pass |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Pass | Fail |
| Extended hours trading | Fail | Fail |
| IPO access | Fail | Fail |
| Short selling | Pass | Fail |
| Stock screener tool | Pass | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Fail |
| 24/5 live chat | Fail | Fail |
| Phone support | Fail | Fail |
DEGIRO rates 4.3/5 versus 3.8/5 for Revolut. DEGIRO edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
Both DEGIRO and Revolut 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.
Minimum deposit and negative balance protection data are not confirmed for this pair. Both hold top-tier regulatory status, meaning client fund protections apply to both. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each broker's site.
DEGIRO lists maximum leverage of 1:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
DEGIRO supports DEGIRO Platform, while Revolut supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. DEGIRO has exclusive access to DEGIRO Platform. Revolut has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Yes, you can open an account with Revolut independently of your DEGIRO account. There is no formal transfer process for open positions; you would need to close existing trades with DEGIRO before funding and trading with Revolut.
Revolut offers commission-free stock trading while DEGIRO does not according to our data. Commission-free trading can reduce costs for frequent traders. Always confirm the current fee structure directly on each broker's website.
Revolut scores higher on investor protection criteria, with compensation scheme coverage and segregated client funds. For stock investors, confirming compensation scheme coverage ensures your assets are protected up to a defined limit if the broker becomes insolvent.
DEGIRO wins for low cost trading with among Europe’s lowest stock commissions and flat-fee pricing.
Revolut is best for safety and regulation due to FCA oversight and FSCS protection.
DEGIRO wins for long term investors with dividend reinvestment.
DEGIRO is best for active traders due to short selling and stock screener.
Revolut is best for beginners due to an all in one app and fractional shares.
DEGIRO wins for global market access with 50 exchanges.
| Free |
| Deposit methods | Bank transfer | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardApple PayGoogle Pay |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfer | Bank transferCredit card |
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| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free (standard plan); subject to fair use policy |
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| Commission-free | No | Yes |
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| Fractional shares | No | Yes |
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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 | No |
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| Regulators | BaFin AFM | FCA CBI |
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| Platforms | DEGIRO Platform | Proprietary Web/Mobile |
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| Active bonuses | 2 offers | 2 offers |
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DEGIRO edges Revolut on the editorial score, offering some of Europe’s lowest stock commissions and access to 50+ exchanges, while Revolut only provides commission-free trades on select Premium/Metal/Ultra plans.
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