Two brokers target stock traders with differing strengths in regulation, platform depth, and market access. The matchup spotlights whether higher scores in trust and tools translate into an edge.
NAGA is the overall winner, with a higher editorial score of 3.7 versus easyMarkets' 3.4.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose easyMarkets if…
Choose easyMarkets if you value 24/5 live chat and phone support.
Choose NAGA if…
Choose NAGA if you want a stock screener and access to 10 exchanges.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
NAGA is best for safety & regulation, backed by BaFin, CySEC, FSCA and a higher trust score.
| Editorial score | 3.4/ 5 | 3.7/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | $25 | No minimum▼ lower |
| Spreads from | 0.7 pips | 0.7 pips |
| Commission / lot | N/A | N/A |
| Inactivity fee | None | $10/month (after 90 days) |
| Deposit fee |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | easyMarkets | NAGA |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Pass | Pass |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Fail | Fail |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Fail | Fail |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Fail | Fail |
| Extended hours trading | Fail | Fail |
| IPO access | Fail | Fail |
| Short selling | Pass | Pass |
| Stock screener tool | Fail | Pass |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
The scores are close: easyMarkets rates 3.4/5 and NAGA rates 3.7/5. NAGA 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 easyMarkets and NAGA start from the same spread of 0.7. For stock trading, also compare per-trade or per-share commissions to determine the total cost per transaction.
NAGA has no minimum deposit, while easyMarkets requires at least $25. This makes NAGA more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both easyMarkets and NAGA 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, two factors stand out: NAGA has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
easyMarkets lists maximum leverage of 400:1, while NAGA lists up to 20:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
easyMarkets supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while NAGA supports MetaTrader 5, NAGA Trader. Both provide MetaTrader 5. easyMarkets has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile and MetaTrader 4. NAGA has exclusive access to NAGA Trader.
Neither easyMarkets nor NAGA 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.
Both easyMarkets and NAGA are covered by a compensation scheme according to our data, providing an additional safety net for your stock investments. Confirm the specific scheme and coverage limit that applies to your account before depositing.
NAGA suits active traders with Autocopy and real-time equity copying.
easyMarkets is best for beginners thanks to 24/5 live chat and phone support.
NAGA offers broader global market access with 10 exchanges.
Equally matched; neither broker offers fractional shares, DRIP, or IPO access.
| Free |
| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | 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 | No | 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 | ASIC CNV HCMC CySEC MNB | FSCA BaFin CySEC |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 NAGA Trader |
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