Libertex and Revolut clash over pricing, access, and investing features. The axis centers on commission models and long-term investment options, building anticipation for the verdict.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose if…
Choose Libertex if you prefer commission-based pricing and a zero-spread model.
Choose if…
Choose Revolut if you want real stock ownership with fractional shares and commission-free 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 | $10 | N/A |
| Spreads from | 0 pips | N/A |
| Commission / lot | N/A | N/A |
| Inactivity fee | $5/month (after 180 days) | None |
| Deposit fee | Free |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Libertex | 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: Libertex 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.
Libertex starts from 0. Current spread data is not available for Revolut. Check both brokers' websites for up-to-date spread and commission pricing.
Libertex requires $10. Minimum deposit information is not currently available for Revolut.
Both Libertex 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, Libertex 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.
Libertex lists maximum leverage of 999:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Libertex supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while Revolut supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. Both provide Proprietary Web/Mobile. Libertex has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4.
Revolut offers commission-free stock trading while Libertex 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 Libertex 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 trading due to commission-free plans on select tiers.
Revolut has FCA oversight and FSCS protection, while Libertex relies on CySEC.
Revolut wins for long-term investing with real ownership and fractional shares.
Libertex wins for active traders with short selling and advanced charting.
Revolut suits beginners with real ownership and a single app for banking, payments, and investing.
Libertex wins for global market access by offering five exchanges.
| Free |
| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardApple PayGoogle Pay |
|---|
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit card |
|---|
| 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 | CySEC | FCA CBI |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | Proprietary Web/Mobile |
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| Active bonuses | None | 2 offers |
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Revolut edges Libertex on the editorial score, 3.8 to 3.5. Libertex offers a zero spread, commission-based model under CySEC; Revolut provides real stock ownership and commission-free plans.
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