Revolut and RoboForex go head to head on cost, features, and global stock access. The axis of tension centers on commission structure and market reach.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
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Choose Revolut if you want commission-free trades and fractional shares in a single app.
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Choose RoboForex if you want short selling and advanced charting across a wide instrument range.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | N/A | $10 |
| Spreads from | N/A | 0 pips |
| Commission / lot | N/A | $20/lot |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Revolut | RoboForex |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Pass | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Pass | Fail |
| 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 | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Fail | Pass |
| Phone support | Fail | Fail |
Revolut and RoboForex share the same editorial score of 3.8/5. One concrete differentiator: Revolut holds top-tier regulatory status.
RoboForex starts from 0. Current spread data is not available for Revolut. Check both brokers' websites for up-to-date spread and commission pricing.
RoboForex requires $10. Minimum deposit information is not currently available for Revolut.
Revolut holds top-tier regulation (FCA, CBI), providing stronger investor protections. RoboForex may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Verify regulatory status on each regulator's public register before depositing funds.
For beginners, RoboForex 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.
RoboForex 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.
RoboForex charges $20 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.
Revolut supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, while RoboForex supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. Both provide Proprietary Web/Mobile. RoboForex has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4.
Revolut offers commission-free stock trading while RoboForex 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.
Revolut scores higher on investor protection criteria, with compensation scheme coverage and segregated client funds. For stock investors, confirming compensation scheme coverage ensures your assets are protected up to a defined limit if the broker becomes insolvent.
Revolut wins for low-cost trading due to commission-free trades on eligible plans.
Revolut wins for safety and regulation with top-tier FCA oversight and FSCS protection.
RoboForex wins for long-term investors with real stock ownership and broad instrument access.
RoboForex wins for active traders with advanced charting and 24/5 support.
Revolut wins for beginners with a simple, integrated app experience.
RoboForex wins for global market access with 10 exchanges.
| N/A |
| 2 pips |
| Inactivity fee | None | None |
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| Deposit fee | Free | Free |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyPerfect MoneyCrypto |
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| Withdrawal fee | Free (standard plan); subject to fair use policy | 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 CBI | CySEC FSCA IFSC |
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| Platforms | Proprietary Web/Mobile | cTrader MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses | 2 offers | None |
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Revolut and RoboForex are closely matched, but Revolut's commission-free trading differentiates them on cost. This single-cost distinction does not resolve the broader breadth of markets and tools.
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Score 3.8 / 5
Score 3.8 / 5
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