Pepperstone and Revolut sit at opposite ends of the trading spectrum: traditional broker depth and multi-asset access versus an all-in-one financial app.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose if…
Choose Pepperstone if you value 24/5 live chat, responsive support, and the option to short sell, plus broader exchange access across eight venues.
Choose if…
Choose Revolut if you want fractional shares and real ownership through a single app, simplifying how you build a stock position. You also gain commission-free trading on select Premium/Metal/Ultra plans and benefit from dividend payments on real shares.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 3.9/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | No minimum | N/A |
| Spreads from | 0 pips | N/A |
| Commission / lot | $7/lot | N/A |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Pepperstone | 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 | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Fail | Fail |
The scores are close: Pepperstone rates 3.9/5 and Revolut rates 3.8/5. Pepperstone 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.
Pepperstone starts from 0. Current spread data is not available for Revolut. Check both brokers' websites for up-to-date spread and commission pricing.
Pepperstone requires no minimum deposit required. Minimum deposit information is not currently available for Revolut.
Both Pepperstone 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, Pepperstone 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.
Pepperstone lists maximum leverage of 20:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Pepperstone charges $7 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.
Pepperstone supports IRESS, cTrader, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, while Revolut supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. Pepperstone has exclusive access to IRESS and cTrader and MetaTrader 5 and TradingView and MetaTrader 4. Revolut has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Revolut offers commission-free stock trading while Pepperstone 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 Pepperstone 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 trades on select plans.
Pepperstone wins for safety & regulation with a broader multi-regulatory profile.
Revolut wins for long-term investors with real ownership and dividends.
Pepperstone wins for active traders with DMA access and advanced charting.
Revolut wins for beginners with a single app and fractional shares.
Pepperstone wins for global market access with eight exchanges.
| 0.7 pips |
| N/A |
| Inactivity fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit fee | Free | Free |
|---|
| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardPayPalSkrill | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardApple PayGoogle Pay |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardPayPalSkrill | 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 FCA DFSA BaFin FMA | FCA CBI |
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| Platforms | IRESS cTrader MetaTrader 5 TradingView MetaTrader 4 | Proprietary Web/Mobile |
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| Active bonuses | None | 2 offers |
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Pepperstone and Revolut are closely matched overall; the clearest differentiator is Revolut's commission-free trades on select plans.
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Score 3.8 / 5
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