Alpaca Markets
Commission-Free US Trading
🇺🇸 US Primary
🌍 Global Access
Key Features:
- Commission-free stock trading
- Fractional shares available
- Paper trading for education
- REST & WebSocket APIs
- Real-time market data
- US stocks & ETFs only
Best For:
US investors and global users focusing on US-listed securities. Perfect for beginners with paper trading and fractional shares.
Setup Difficulty:
Easy
Account Minimum:
$0
API Access:
Free
Swissquote
Swiss Banking Excellence
🇪🇺 EU Primary
🌍 Global Markets
Key Features:
- Global market access
- Multi-currency trading
- Professional tools
- Swiss regulation
- Advanced order types
- Higher minimum deposit
Best For:
European and global investors seeking multi-market access. Ideal for sophisticated strategies across different exchanges.
Setup Difficulty:
Moderate
Account Minimum:
$1,000
API Access:
Premium