This matchup contrasts a dual-regulated broker with broad platform reach against an all-in-one app centered on fractional stock investing. The tension revolves around ownership, costs, and global access.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose if…
Choose GO Markets if you prioritize strong regulation and platform breadth; it operates under ASIC and CySEC and offers MT4, MT5, and cTrader to suit different trading styles and a broad range of equity CFDs.
Choose if…
Choose Revolut if you want a convenient, all in one app for banking and investing; it provides real share ownership with dividends, hundreds of fractional shares, access to 2,000+ US and EU stocks, a proprietary trading platform, and commission-free trades on select Premium/Metal/Ultra plans.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 3.5/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | $200 | N/A |
| Spreads from | 0 pips | N/A |
| Commission / lot | $5/lot | N/A |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | GO Markets | Revolut |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Fail |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Pass | Pass |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Fail | Pass |
| No deposit fee | — | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Fail | Pass |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Fail | Fail |
| Extended hours trading | Fail | Fail |
| IPO access | Fail | Fail |
| Short selling | Pass | Fail |
| Stock screener tool | Fail | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Fail |
| 24/5 live chat | Fail | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
The scores are close: GO Markets rates 3.5/5 and Revolut rates 3.8/5. Revolut 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.
GO Markets starts from 0. Current spread data is not available for Revolut. Check both brokers' websites for up-to-date spread and commission pricing.
GO Markets requires $200. Minimum deposit information is not currently available for Revolut.
Both GO Markets 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.
For beginners, GO 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.
GO Markets lists maximum leverage of 500:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
GO Markets charges $5 per trade on commission-based accounts. Commission details for Revolut 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.
GO Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while Revolut supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. GO Markets has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Revolut has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Revolut offers commission-free stock trading while GO Markets 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 GO Markets and Revolut 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.
Revolut wins for low cost with commission-free trades on select plans.
GO Markets benefits from dual ASIC and CySEC oversight.
Revolut offers real stock ownership with dividends for longer horizons.
GO Markets provides MT4/MT5 and cTrader for active trading.
GO Markets connects to six exchanges, broader global access.
| 0.5 pips |
| N/A |
| Inactivity fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardApple PayGoogle Pay |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | 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 | 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 | No |
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| Regulators | ASIC CySEC FSC | FCA CBI |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | Proprietary Web/Mobile |
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| Active bonuses | None | 2 offers |
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Revolut edges GO Markets on the editorial score, driven by real share ownership and fractional shares.
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