Kraken Pro vs Trade Republic Comparison
In our overall rating Kraken Pro leads with 4.4 out of 5 points, ahead of Trade Republic with 2.9. On disclosed fees Trade Republic is cheaper: 0 % instead of 0.8 % trading fee. Kraken Pro lists 629 cryptocurrencies, Trade Republic more than 50. Kraken Pro has been on the market longer, founded in 2011, while Trade Republic followed in 2015.
| 0.8 % | Fees | 0 % |
| € 8.00 | Minimum cost per €1,000 | no order fee, cost in the spread |
| 629 | Cryptos | 50+ |
| SEPA Instant Transfer, SEPA Transfer, PayPal, Credit Card | Payment Methods | SEPA Instant Transfer, SEPA Transfer, Credit Card |
| - EU: MiCA - USA: CFTC - UK: FCA | Regulation | Full banking licence from BaFin, crypto services notified under MiCA (Art. 60) |
Cost comparison
The basis is a Bitcoin purchase worth €1,000, calculated from the disclosed trading fee. A price markup in the spread is not included, because most providers do not publish it.
| € 8.00 | Minimum cost per €1,000 | no order fee, cost in the spread |
| 0.8 % | Fees | 0 % |
| € 1.49 | Wallet transfer | € 0 |
| Yes | Cost transparency | Limited |
| € 5 | Minimum Amount | € 1 |
| SEPA Instant Transfer, SEPA Transfer, PayPal, Credit Card | Payment Methods | SEPA Instant Transfer, SEPA Transfer, Credit Card |
No separate analysis -- based on Kraken.
Trade Republic charges no order commission for crypto trading. Each single order carries a flat fee of EUR 1, while savings plans run without it. Every purchase and sale also includes the spread, the gap between buy and sell price, which is built into the quoted price.
| Transaction | Cost at Trade Republic |
|---|---|
| Buying or selling a cryptocurrency (single order) | EUR 1 flat fee per order, no order commission, plus the spread |
| Crypto savings plan from EUR 1 | no flat fee, only the spread |
| Custody of your coins | free, most of it held in cold wallets at BitGo Europe GmbH |
| Sending to and receiving from external wallets | no Trade Republic fee, only the blockchain's network costs |
| Staking, including SOL, ETH and DOT | no additional fee, the app shows the net yield |
| Paying with crypto via the card | only the spread; 2% Crypto Saveback on up to EUR 1,500 card spending per month if at least EUR 50 goes into savings plans each month |
| Card: monthly fee and withdrawals | free, withdrawals under EUR 100 cost EUR 1 |
How to save: If you buy regularly, use the savings plan, since the EUR 1 flat fee does not apply there. For single orders, larger amounts pay off: on EUR 50 the flat fee is 2%, on EUR 1,000 only 0.1%. We compare exchanges with maker and taker fees in our crypto exchange comparison.
As of 22 October 2026 according to Trade Republic's crypto page and price overview and its help article on crypto fees (German price list).
Pros & Cons
- Volume-based maker/taker fees from 0.40% / 0.80%
- Pro order types: stop-loss, take-profit, trailing stop, iceberg, OCO
- Margin trading up to 5x (selected pairs up to 10x)
- Full-featured API: REST and WebSocket v2 incl. Level 3 order book
- Shared account with standard Kraken -- no transfer required
- Active in the market since 2011 with unchanged security record
- Learning curve compared to the standard interface has room for improvement
- Margin availability regionally restricted within the EEA
- Futures run on a separate derivatives platform with own onboarding
- Lowest fee tiers only reachable from high 30-day volume onward
- MiCA authorisation from BaFin, listed in the French AMF's CASP register as “Licensed MICA” with Germany as the licensing country
- Savings plans for crypto, stocks and ETFs from €1
- Crypto transfers to and from external wallets with no transaction fee charged by Trade Republic
- Staking available, according to the provider for SOL, ETH and DOT among others, at no extra charge
- 2 % Crypto Saveback on card payments up to €1,500 per month
- No order commission on crypto: EUR 1 flat fee per single order, savings plans without it, plus the spread
- 50 cryptocurrencies tradable alongside stocks and ETFs
- Deposits via SEPA, SEPA instant transfer and credit card
- Trade Republic's own help pages contradict its product page: on 22 October 2026 they still stated that sending and receiving crypto was not possible
- Cost transparency on crypto spreads has room for improvement, according to users
- SMS-based two-factor authentication; stronger methods would be welcome
User Experiences
AI AnalysisNo separate analysis -- based on Kraken.
According to the evaluated user data, Trade Republic is especially appreciated for its intuitive and clear app. At the same time, users report room for improvement in support, while fees and individual aspects of the app are perceived in mixed ways according to reviews.
This analysis is based on 1410 user reviews evaluated by AI from the Apple App Store, Trustpilot, and Google Play Store. The total number of reviews on the respective platforms may be higher; the platform ratings shown (star ratings) refer to all reviews available there. The ratings displayed reflect users’ experiences and do not represent the website operator’s own assessment. All information is provided without guarantee. As of: March 2026. This comparison does not constitute investment advice.
Features
| not available | Maker/Taker Model | not specified |
| not available | Margin Trading | not specified |
| not available | Futures/Derivatives | not specified |
| not available | Order Types | not specified |
| not available | API | not specified |
| not available | Charts | not specified |
| not available | Mobile App (Pro Mode) | not specified |
| not available | Asset Selection | not specified |
| not available | 2FA Security | not specified |
| not available | Cold Storage | not specified |
| not specified | Savings plan | available |
| not specified | Staking | not available |
| not specified | Wallet transfer | not available |
| not specified | Credit card payment | available |
| not specified | BaFin regulation | available |
| not specified | Web platform | available |
| not specified | Mobile app (iOS/Android) | available |
| not specified | Stocks & ETFs | available |
| not specified | SEPA instant transfer | available |
- Volume-based fee model from 0.40% maker / 0.80% taker
- Pro order types including iceberg and OCO bracket
- Margin trading with up to 5x leverage across 150+ markets
- API access for REST and WebSocket v2
- Neobroker for crypto, stocks, ETFs, and derivatives from a single source
- Savings plans from €1 for long-term wealth building
- BaFin-regulated with a German bank account
- Over 50 tradable cryptocurrencies
The five areas head to head
AI AnalysisFees & Costs
No separate analysis -- based on Kraken.
When it comes to fees and costs, user opinions are mixed. Some users describe Trade Republic as inexpensive, while according to reviews, higher fees are also occasionally criticized.
Usability & User Experience
No separate analysis -- based on Kraken.
Users particularly appreciate Trade Republic for its intuitive, clear, and easy-to-use app. According to reviews, the application is often described as beginner-friendly, which makes getting started easier. However, the app is also occasionally described as somewhat unclear.
Features & Offering
No separate analysis -- based on Kraken.
Users repeatedly wish for availability in Switzerland, an iPad version, and a CSV export. According to reviews, a simpler tax overview and the option for automatic dividend reinvestment are also mentioned occasionally. Wishes are also expressed in the available user data regarding the search function and stop-limit orders.
Stability & Security
No separate analysis -- based on Kraken.
Users report mixed experiences regarding stability and reliability. It is occasionally mentioned that the app crashes, while others describe the app as easy to use in everyday life.
Customer Support
No separate analysis -- based on Kraken.
When it comes to support, many users report room for improvement. According to reviews, it is often mentioned that customer service is difficult to reach or that responses take a while to arrive. In direct contact in particular, users therefore rate support critically.
Details
| Payward Europe Solutions Limited | Company | Trade Republic Bank GmbH |
| 2011 | Founded | 2015 |
| - EU: MiCA - USA: CFTC - UK: FCA | Regulation | Full banking licence from BaFin, crypto services notified under MiCA (Art. 60) |
| € 5 | Minimum Amount | € 1 |
| Photo ID, VideoIdent | KYC | Video-ID |
Verdict
In our overall rating Kraken Pro leads with 4.4 against 2.9 for Trade Republic.
For most investors Kraken Pro is therefore the better choice.
Kraken Pro is the separate trading interface from Kraken (pro.kraken.com and Pro mode in the mobile app) and is aimed at active traders. Unlike the standard platform with flat 1% fees, the volume-based maker/taker model applies here, starting at 0.40% maker and 0.80% taker, decreasing as 30-day volume rises. Account, verification, and asset balances are shared between both interfaces.
The order set covers market, limit, stop-loss, take-profit, trailing stop, iceberg orders, and bracket/OCO combinations. Margin trading is offered with up to 5x leverage depending on the pair, with selected assets reaching 10x. The availability of margin and derivatives is tied to MiFID II requirements in some EEA countries and is handled via Payward Europe Digital Solutions. Charts, order book, and API access (REST and WebSocket v2) are described in user reviews as sufficient for active strategies; the learning curve compared to the standard interface is occasionally criticized.
Kraken Pro is considered particularly suitable for active traders who value pro order types, lower volume-based fees, and margin features. Those primarily looking for savings plans or simple spot investing will find a more fitting setup on the standard interface. This comparison does not constitute investment advice.
Trade Republic is considered one of the best-known neobrokers in the DACH region and is used by many users as an entry point into the world of cryptocurrencies. Trade Republic is a bank supervised by BaFin and, in addition to 50 cryptocurrencies, also offers stocks, ETFs, and derivatives from a single source. Users appreciate that Trade Republic charges no order commission; each single order costs a flat EUR 1, savings plans run without it, and the remaining costs arise through the spread, whose transparency is occasionally rated as room for improvement.
Particularly appreciated are the savings plans from €1, which make it easy to get started with regular crypto investing. For investors who want to manage crypto, stocks, and ETFs in a single app, Trade Republic is considered one of the most accessible solutions on the German market. The app is described as intuitive and clearly geared toward beginners and occasional investors.
The Crypto Wallet lets you send cryptocurrencies to external wallets and receive them from there, according to Trade Republic without any transaction fees of its own. The SMS-based 2FA security is also considered room for improvement. Trade Republic is therefore especially suitable for investors looking for a regulated, uncomplicated way to access cryptocurrencies as part of a broad securities offering and who want to be able to move their coins to a wallet of their own.