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Admirals vs Trading 212
A field-by-field comparison based on the current BrokaBoy catalogue. Check current pricing and the regulated entity on each broker's website before deciding.
Some figures on this page are taken from broker-published information and have not yet been checked against current terms. Confirm details on the broker's website.
Last updated: 4 October 2026 · Reviewed by BrokaBoy Research Team
| Field | Admirals | Trading 212 |
|---|---|---|
| BrokaBoy score | 8.9/10 | 7.4/10 |
| Trustpilot rating | Trustpilot 4.1 (2,165 reviews) | Trustpilot 4.6 (102,100 reviews) |
| Listed minimum deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Advertised spread from | 0.0 pips | 0.6 pips |
| Advertised maximum leverage | Up to 1:500 (entity dependent) | 1:30 |
| Regulators | FCA, CySEC, FSCA, FSA, CMA | CySEC, FCA |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader Supreme Edition, Admirals Platform, Admirals App | Trading 212 Web, Trading 212 Mobile |
| Instruments | Forex, Indices, Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Commodities, Crypto | Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks, Crypto |
| Account types | Trade.MT5, Zero.MT5, Invest.MT5, Trade.MT4 | Invest, CFD, ISA |
| Founded | 2001 | 2004 |
| Spread type | Variable; raw pricing on Zero.MT5, marked-up on Trade accounts | Variable |
| Commission | From about $1.80 to $3 per lot per side on Zero.MT5; share investing commissions vary by market | Varies by account type |
| Overnight / swap | Swaps applied on overnight CFD positions; Islamic accounts available | Overnight swap charges apply on positions held past rollover. |
| Withdrawals | A limited number of free withdrawals per month on most entities, then a fee; inactivity fee applies | Most withdrawal methods are free; third-party fees may apply. |
Key differences
- Trading 212 has a lower listed minimum deposit ($1 vs $100).
- Admirals has the higher BrokaBoy score (8.9/10 vs 7.4/10).
- Both brokers hold licences with FCA, CySEC.
- Only Admirals lists MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader Supreme Edition, Admirals Platform, Admirals App among its platforms.
- Only Trading 212 lists Trading 212 Web, Trading 212 Mobile among its platforms.
- Only Admirals lists ETFs, Bonds among its instruments.
Which should you choose?
- Choose Trading 212 if a lower listed opening deposit is your priority.
- Choose Admirals if you want the broader platform list shown in our catalogue (5 vs 2).
- Choose Admirals if access to ETFs is essential, and confirm it is available under your entity.
- Choose the broker whose regulated entity covers your country and provides the protections you need; confirm this on the regulator's register.
Frequently asked questions
Which has the lower minimum deposit, Admirals or Trading 212?+
Trading 212 has the lower listed minimum deposit ($1 vs $100). Confirm current terms with each broker.
Are Admirals and Trading 212 regulated by the same authorities?+
They share FCA, CySEC. Admirals lists FCA, CySEC, FSCA, FSA, CMA; Trading 212 lists CySEC, FCA in our catalogue.
Which has the higher BrokaBoy score?+
Admirals scores 8.9/10 against 7.4/10. The score is calculated from advertised catalogue data and excludes Trustpilot ratings.
Do Admirals and Trading 212 support the same platforms?+
No platform is listed by both brokers in our catalogue.
