E*TRADE
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Choosing between E*TRADE and Equiti depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. E*TRADE is headquartered in Arlington, USA, while Equiti operates from Amman, Jordan. E*TRADE has the longer track record, established in 1982, compared to Equiti which was founded in 2014. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
E*TRADE
Equiti
E*TRADE is the better choice overall, scoring 3.6/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, E*TRADE offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
E*TRADE
3.6 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
E*TRADE
0 vs 0.5 pips
Regulation
Tied
2 vs 2 licences
Min. Deposit
E*TRADE
$0 vs $500
E*TRADE
WinnerEquiti
E*TRADE
Lower feesEquiti
E*TRADE holds licences from SEC, CFTC. Equiti is regulated by FCA, FSRA.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks, Indices, Commodities markets. Equiti adds Forex, Cfd.
On spreads, E*TRADE is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.5 pips at Equiti.
E*TRADE supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Equiti offers MT4, MT5.
E*TRADE requires no minimum deposit, while Equiti sets a minimum deposit of $500. This makes E*TRADE accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores E*TRADE at 3.60/5 and Equiti at 3.23/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. E*TRADE leads overall with a clear advantage.
E*TRADE scores higher overall on our independent rating system. E*TRADE holds a 3.6/5 rating vs Equiti's 3.2/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
E*TRADE offers spreads from 0 pips, while Equiti starts at 0.5 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
E*TRADE requires a minimum deposit of $0. Equiti requires $500.
E*TRADE is regulated by SEC, CFTC, while Equiti holds licences from FCA, FSRA.
E*TRADE supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Equiti supports MT4, MT5.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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