Two contrasting brokers meet in a test of cost, long-term features, and global access. Freetrade emphasizes commission-free trading and ISA/SIPP support, while NAGA emphasizes social trading and wide market access.
Freetrade edges NAGA on the editorial score (4.0 vs 3.7) due to stronger category results.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
Freetrade wins with commission-free trading.
| Editorial score | 4.0/ 5 | 3.7/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | N/A | No minimum |
| Spreads from | N/A | 0.7 pips |
| Commission / lot | N/A | N/A |
| Inactivity fee | None | $10/month (after 90 days) |
| Deposit fee | Free |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Freetrade | NAGA |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | Pass | Pass |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Pass | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | — |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Pass | Fail |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Fail | Fail |
| Extended hours trading | Fail | Fail |
| IPO access | Fail | Fail |
| Short selling | Fail | Pass |
| Stock screener tool | Fail | 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: Freetrade rates 4/5 and NAGA rates 3.7/5. Freetrade 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.
NAGA starts from 0.7. Current spread data is not available for Freetrade. Check both brokers' websites for up-to-date spread and commission pricing.
NAGA requires no minimum deposit required. Minimum deposit information is not currently available for Freetrade.
Both Freetrade 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, NAGA 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.
Freetrade lists maximum leverage of 1:1, 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.
Freetrade supports Freetrade App, while NAGA supports MetaTrader 5, NAGA Trader. Freetrade has exclusive access to Freetrade App. NAGA has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and NAGA Trader.
Freetrade offers commission-free stock trading while NAGA 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.
Both Freetrade 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.
Equally matched; both are regulated and offer compensation schemes.
Freetrade wins for long-term with ISA/SIPP support and fractional shares.
NAGA wins due to stock screener, advanced charting, and short selling.
Freetrade wins with simple mobile interface and no minimum deposit.
| Free |
| Deposit methods | Bank transferDebit card | 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 | Yes | No |
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| Fractional shares | Yes | 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 | No | Yes |
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| Regulators | FCA | FSCA BaFin CySEC |
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| Platforms | Freetrade App | MetaTrader 5 NAGA Trader |
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| Active bonuses | 2 offers | None |
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Dig deeper into each broker’s features, fees, and regulation.
Score 3.7 / 5
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