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Head-to-head · Trading Platforms

Kraken Pro vs DEGIRO

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score Kraken Pro #2 in Trading Platforms 9.0/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 4 of 4 features Visit Kraken Pro
DEGIRO #11 in Trading Platforms 7.6/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 4 features Visit DEGIRO

Kraken Pro leads on 1 check, DEGIRO on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreKraken Pro · 9.0/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresKraken Pro · 4 of 4

Kraken Pro scores higher on our rubric for trading platforms: 9.0 against 7.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #11.

Kraken Pro offers paper trading; DEGIRO doesn't.

Kraken Pro is the better fit for crypto traders seeking advanced tools and broad reach. DEGIRO is the better fit for self-directed investors trading traditional assets.

  • Kraken Pro fits best

    Crypto traders seeking advanced tools and broad reach

  • DEGIRO fits best

    Self-directed investors trading traditional assets

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Side by side

Feature Kraken Pro 9.0/10 Visit ↗ DEGIRO 7.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.0 7.6
Ranking #2 in Trading Platforms #11 in Trading Platforms
Best for Crypto traders seeking advanced tools and broad reach Self-directed investors trading traditional assets
Pricing model Free Free
Starting price Free plan Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email, Phone, Live chat, Docs · 24/7 Email, Phone
Compliance ISO 27001, SOC 2, 2FA 2FA
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo
Features Kraken Pro 4/4 · DEGIRO 3/4
Advanced order types ✓ ✓
Technical charting ✓ ✓
Mobile apps ✓ ✓
Paper trading ✓ (best) —
Specs
Asset classes Cryptocurrencies, stocks, ETFs, margin, futures, derivatives, stablecoins and fiat currencies Shares, ETFs, bonds, options, futures, investment funds
Markets 190+ countries; availability and products vary by region More than 45 markets across 30 countries; listed exchanges include NASDAQ, NYSE, Toronto Stock Exchange, London Stock Exchange and Euronext markets
Our review
Pros
  • 1,400+ crypto pairs with spot, margin and derivatives trading
  • 100+ chart indicators, advanced orders and customizable dashboards
  • Web, mobile and API access across 190+ countries
  • Access to more than 45 markets across 30 countries
  • Trade shares, ETFs, bonds, options and futures
  • Web and mobile access with portfolio tracking and varied order types
Cons
  • Product and market availability varies by region
  • Maker-taker fees vary by product, volume and region
  • Stocks and ETFs require eligibility; Prop evaluations have a one-time fee
  • Trading and other charges may apply despite free account opening
  • No demo accounts are available
  • No investment advice or portfolio management
Our verdict

Kraken Pro is Kraken’s advanced trading platform for active cryptocurrency traders and eligible investors in stocks and ETFs. It brings spot trading across 1,400+ crypto pairs together with margin, derivatives, staking, portfolio tracking,…

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DEGIRO is an execution-only online broker for independent investors who make their own investment decisions. Its web platform and iOS and Android apps provide access to shares, ETFs, bonds, options, futures and investment funds across more…

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  1. Kraken ProTrading Platforms 9.0Free plan
  2. DEGIROTrading Platforms 7.6Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Kraken Pro — where it wins

    • 1,400+ crypto pairs with spot, margin and derivatives trading
    • 100+ chart indicators, advanced orders and customizable dashboards
    • Web, mobile and API access across 190+ countries

    Where it doesn't

    • Product and market availability varies by region
    • Maker-taker fees vary by product, volume and region
    • Stocks and ETFs require eligibility; Prop evaluations have a one-time fee

  • DEGIRO — where it wins

    • Access to more than 45 markets across 30 countries
    • Trade shares, ETFs, bonds, options and futures
    • Web and mobile access with portfolio tracking and varied order types

    Where it doesn't

    • Trading and other charges may apply despite free account opening
    • No demo accounts are available
    • No investment advice or portfolio management

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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