eToro

eToro is a multi-asset online broker with millions of users worldwide, regulated in the UK by the FCA, combining trading, investing and social elements including CopyTrader with access to stocks, ETFs, crypto and CFDs.

Who it's for: Traders looking for beginners, social-trading.

eToro

FCA-regulated multi-asset platform combining stocks, ETFs, crypto and CFDs with social and copy-trading features.

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Min. Deposit
£50
Join eToro

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Fees

spread-only. Minimum deposit: £50.

Platforms & tools

  • Web
  • Mobile

Markets

  • stocks
  • crypto
  • indices
  • commodities
  • forex

Pros

  • FCA-regulated with multi-asset access — stocks, ETFs, crypto and CFDs
  • Social and copy-trading features accessible for beginners
  • Commission-free trading on many stocks and ETFs
  • Fractional shares available with small investment amounts

Cons

  • Not the lowest-cost broker for active forex or CFD execution
  • Withdrawal fees, currency conversion and inactivity charges apply
  • Mixed user feedback on customer service in some cases

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Last updated: 2026-01-15