Compare how much broker fees cost you over time. Small differences in fees can cost you thousands over 20+ years.
| Broker | Fee per trade | Annual cost | Total fees over 20y | Portfolio after fees | Cost you |
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Open free eToro accountA difference of just 0.5% in annual fees might seem tiny, but over 20-30 years it compounds dramatically. On a €300/month investment over 30 years at 7% return, a 0.5% fee difference means roughly €25,000 less in your portfolio. That's money that could have been working for you.
Our calculator uses each broker's published fee schedules for European investors. We include trading commissions per transaction, platform fees (if any), and connectivity charges. We assume 12 trades per year (one per month) for monthly investments. Currency conversion fees are not included as they vary by your base currency and the ETF's listing currency.
For European ETF investors making monthly purchases, brokers like Trading 212, XTB, and Lightyear offer zero-commission ETF trading. Interactive Brokers and DEGIRO have very low fees but charge small per-trade commissions. eToro offers zero-commission on real stocks and ETFs but has a currency conversion fee. The cheapest broker depends on your specific situation — use the calculator above to find out.
Yes. Most European brokers allow you to transfer your portfolio to another broker, though some charge transfer fees. It's generally better to start with a low-cost broker from the beginning to avoid the hassle and potential costs of switching later.