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Transferable to your own wallet
Self-custody of cryptocurrencies plays an important role for many users who want to manage their cryptocurrencies and thus their "private keys" themselves and not leave them in the hands of the exchange. Most exchanges offer the option of sending the purchased cryptocurrencies to their own wallet.
Deposit protection is a safeguard for the assets of users of a stock exchange or broker, which is intended to protect investors in the event of insolvency or a high loss due to a hacker attack. Service providers based in Germany are legally obliged to provide deposit protection of €100,000. In some cases, international exchanges have a special insurance policy that covers a certain portion of the assets instead of a deposit guarantee.
The overall rating is the average of our individual ratings. Our ratings do not constitute investment advice, but merely our personal opinion. You are welcome to use them as rough indicators and additional perspective. In the dynamic and fast-growing crypto sector, parameters can often change from one day to the next, so we cannot guarantee that the rating data is up to date. Therefore, please never use our ratings as an isolated basis for decision-making and not as a substitute for your own research.
This rating describes our personal assessment of the user-friendliness of the product. How easy is the onboarding process? How modern is the user interface and is it easy to use? Are all the important functions quick and easy to find? We ask ourselves all these questions in order to give a personal rating from 1 to 10 points.
This rating describes our assessment of the fee structure of a stock exchange or broker. It is not only the amount of fees that can differ, but also the type of fees. The most common type of fees for crypto exchanges are the "maker/taker" fees or spreads. In some cases, there are also hidden fees that are not recognizable to users at first glance.
For products or services in the crypto space, trust and security should be the biggest factors in the selection process. Since we could not seriously evaluate the technical security of a platform or product, we analyze publicly available factors such as security features, location, regulation, certifications, audits, team/company, general reputation and, of course, track record.
Crypto doesn't have to be cryptic. Especially for beginners, the first contact with the crypto world can be overwhelming. With this rating, we give our assessment of how easy it is for beginners to find their way around: from the onboarding process to using the most important functions.
Customer support is an important factor for many users. A long wait or no response at all in the event of problems can be frustrating, especially when it comes to sensitive topics such as finances. With this rating, we give our assessment of the quality of customer support. In order to provide as balanced an assessment as possible, we also include user opinions from other platforms in our evaluation.
Some exchanges and brokers are regulated by financial supervisory authorities in certain countries/states. This often entails strict financial regulatory requirements and compliance requirements to which the company must adhere. Regulatory clarity can contribute to greater transparency and thus also greater trustworthiness.
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Trade Republic vs Plus500 in comparison
Overview
- Very easy to use
- Large selection of stocks & ETFs
- Good all-rounder for investments
- Transfer to your own wallet not possible
- Slightly higher fees
- Demo account
- Large selection of financial products
- Clear mobile app
- Deposit possible with Paypal
- No real coins (CFDs)
- Small selection of crypto CFDs
- Fees/spreads vary greatly
Features Comparison
- Cryptocurrencies
- Stocks
- ETFs
- Derivatives
- Crypto CFDs
- Stocks
- ETFs
- Currency
- Options
- Indices
- Raw materials
2
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1€ + 2%
1€ + 2%
₿
0.99% - 0.69%
1.25
%
0.2% - 2%
0.2% - 2%
₿
0 - $10
50
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$
10
18
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$
100
Exchange Rating
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Functions
- Free savings plans
- Fast and reliable order execution
Company Details
Our Review
Trade Republic is a user-friendly platform primarily for stocks, ETFs, and a limited range of cryptocurrencies. It's ideal for beginners due to its simplicity and competitive fees. However, the inability to transfer crypto to personal wallets and slightly higher fees for crypto trading are notable drawbacks. The platform lacks advanced trading tools but offers savings plans and a strong mobile app experience. Overall, it’s a good fit for those with a diversified investment approach, including crypto as a minor component.
Plus500 is a prominent CFD trading platform catering primarily to experienced traders. It offers a wide range of financial instruments, including crypto CFDs, but does not support the direct purchase of real cryptocurrencies. While it provides a clean interface and useful features, such as a demo account and margin trading, the absence of real crypto trading and high spreads may be a drawback for those seeking direct crypto exposure. Overall, Plus500 is suitable for advanced users but less ideal for those wanting actual crypto ownership.
About the author
At Exchange Flow, Ethan is recognized as the resident crypto expert. With 10+years of experience navigating the waters of global crypto exchanges, Ethan is a trusted voice in the ever-evolving world of digital currencies. He tests and scrutinizes exchanges so you don’t have to, offering reviews and articles that newbies and seasoned traders alike find invaluable. When he’s not coding, Ethan likes to travel and play retro games. He uses his crypto earnings to fund his trip around the globe.
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