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DEGIRO
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Choosing between DEGIRO and Nexo depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. DEGIRO is headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, while Nexo operates from London, UK. DEGIRO has the longer track record, established in 2013, compared to Nexo which was founded in 2018. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
DEGIRO
Nexo
DEGIRO is the better choice overall, scoring 3.3/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, DEGIRO offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
DEGIRO
3.3 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
Tied
0 vs 0 pips
Regulation
Tied
1 vs 1 licences
Min. Deposit
Tied
$0 vs $0
DEGIRO
Nexo
DEGIRO
Nexo
Lower feesDEGIRO holds licences from FCA. Nexo is regulated by FCA.
DEGIRO additionally covers Stocks, Indices, Commodities. Nexo adds Crypto.
DEGIRO supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Nexo offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
DEGIRO requires no minimum deposit, while Nexo sets no minimum deposit. This makes DEGIRO accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores DEGIRO at 3.27/5 and Nexo at 3.18/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. DEGIRO leads overall with a clear advantage.
DEGIRO scores higher overall on our independent rating system. DEGIRO holds a 3.3/5 rating vs Nexo's 3.2/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
DEGIRO offers spreads from 0 pips, while Nexo starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
DEGIRO requires a minimum deposit of $0. Nexo requires $0.
DEGIRO is regulated by FCA, while Nexo holds licences from FCA.
DEGIRO supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Nexo supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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