DEGIRO and Webull square off in a cost and capability comparison, weighing Europe-focused, low-cost access against US-first advanced trading tools.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose if…
Choose DEGIRO if you want access to 50+ exchanges worldwide and a transparent flat-fee pricing model.
Choose if…
Choose Webull if you want commission-free trading, extended hours, and advanced charting.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 4.1/ 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 | Webull |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fail |
| 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 | Pass |
| IPO access | Fail | Pass |
| Short selling | Pass | Pass |
| Stock screener tool | Pass | Pass |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Fail | Fail |
| Phone support | Fail | Fail |
The scores are close: DEGIRO rates 4.3/5 and Webull rates 4.1/5. DEGIRO has a marginal edge in our scoring, but the difference is small enough that your specific priorities — fees, platforms, or regulatory jurisdiction — should guide the final choice.
Both DEGIRO and Webull 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, while Webull lists up to 1:4. 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 Webull supports Webull. DEGIRO has exclusive access to DEGIRO Platform. Webull has exclusive access to Webull.
Yes, you can open an account with Webull 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 Webull.
Webull 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.
Webull wins for low cost trading due to commission-free trades across stocks, ETFs, and options.
Equally matched.
DEGIRO wins for long-term investors due to dividend reinvestment.
Webull wins for active traders due to extended hours and advanced charting.
DEGIRO wins for global market access with 50+ exchanges.
| Free |
| Deposit methods | Bank transfer | Bank transferACHWire transfer |
|---|
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfer | Bank transferACHWire transfer |
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| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
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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 | Yes |
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| IPO access | No | Yes |
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| Short selling | Yes | Yes |
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| Regulators | AFM BaFin | SEC FINRA |
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| Platforms | DEGIRO Platform | Webull |
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| Active bonuses | 2 offers | 2 offers |
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DEGIRO edges Webull on the editorial score, reflecting Europe-focused, low-cost trading and stronger regulation. Webull, however, offers advanced tools and US trading features, narrowing the gap for active traders.
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