Our Methodology & Ratings
FeesWizard exists to answer one question honestly: which broker costs you the least for how you actually invest. Here is exactly how we research, score, and stay independent.
How we make money
FeesWizard is free to use. When you open an account through a link on our site, the broker may pay us a commission. This is how we fund the research. It does not change our rankings, our fee data, or which broker the calculator names as cheapest — those are driven entirely by the numbers. We also list brokers we have no commercial relationship with when they are the right answer.
How we collect fee data
Every fee figure is taken from each broker's official published fee schedule and help centre, then cross-checked against independent industry sources. We record the figures in a structured dataset so the same numbers power our tables, comparisons, and calculator. Broker fees change often, so each figure carries a verification date.
Fees last verified: June 2026. Currently covering 9 platforms: eToro, Trading 212, Plus500, XTB, Robinhood, Webull, Revolut, AvaTrade, Capital.com.
How the fee calculator works
Our fee calculator estimates the real annual cost of each broker for your profile. It combines four cost drivers:
- Trading commission — flat or percentage charge per trade.
- FX conversion fee — applied when you fund in a currency different from the asset, if you select that option.
- Withdrawal fees — per-withdrawal charges across the year.
- Inactivity fees — applied when an account is dormant.
Assumptions and limits we are upfront about: estimates assume stock/ETF investing; fee tiers and promotions can change costs; figures vary by region and account type (for example, US-only brokers and local-currency accounts). CFD-focused platforms such as Plus500 are spread-based and not directly comparable to share-dealing accounts. Always confirm current fees on the broker's own site before opening an account.
How we rank brokers
Rankings weigh real cost first, then regulation and safety, available features, account types, and usability for the target investor. We do not accept payment for placement, and affiliate relationships never move a broker up or down. Where a broker is best for a specific need — lowest fees, beginners, advanced traders — we say so explicitly rather than crowning a single winner for everyone.
Editorial independence & review
Our content is researched and maintained by the FeesWizard editorial team. Comparisons are updated as fees and features change. If you spot a figure that looks out of date, tell us and we will recheck it against the source.
Not financial advice
FeesWizard provides factual, decision-support information, not personal financial advice. Capital at risk. This is not financial advice. Investing involves risk of loss. Consider your own circumstances, and seek regulated advice where appropriate, before investing.