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DEGIRO
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Choosing between DEGIRO and Upbit depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. DEGIRO is headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, while Upbit operates from Seoul, South Korea. DEGIRO has the longer track record, established in 2013, compared to Upbit which was founded in 2017. 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
Upbit
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
Upbit
1 vs 2 licences
Min. Deposit
Tied
$0 vs $0
DEGIRO
Upbit
DEGIRO
Upbit
Lower feesDEGIRO holds licences from FCA. Upbit is regulated by MAS, FSC.
DEGIRO additionally covers Stocks, Indices, Commodities. Upbit adds Crypto.
DEGIRO supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Upbit offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
DEGIRO requires no minimum deposit, while Upbit sets no minimum deposit. This makes DEGIRO accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores DEGIRO at 3.27/5 and Upbit 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 Upbit'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 Upbit starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
DEGIRO requires a minimum deposit of $0. Upbit requires $0.
DEGIRO is regulated by FCA, while Upbit holds licences from FSC, MAS.
DEGIRO supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Upbit 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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