Broker comparison

Activtrades vs.
Forex.com

Which broker fits your needs?

Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

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Activtrades offers 6 instrument types, while Forex.com offers 5. The minimum deposit is lower at Activtrades with 0 €. On spreads, Activtrades offers EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (typical), while Forex.com offers EUR/USD from 0.8 pip (Standard), 0.2 pip (RAW) + $5.00 per lot.

FCA-regulated broker with award-winning customer support

Established US forex broker with global reach

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsActivTrader, MT4, MT5Forex.com Web, Forex.com App, MT4, MT5, TradingView
Product typesForex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, ETFs CFDs, Bonds CFDsForex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs
Options tradingNoNo
Fee modelFrom 0.5 pips, no commissionFrom 0.2 pips (Commission), from 0.8 pips (Standard)
Minimum deposit0 €100 $
RegulationFCA/CSSFFCA/NFA/ASIC
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Platforms

Activtrades

ActivTrader, MT4, MT5

Forex.com

Forex.com Web, Forex.com App, MT4, MT5, TradingView

Product types

Activtrades

Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, ETFs CFDs, Bonds CFDs

Forex.com

Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs

Options trading

Activtrades

No

Forex.com

No

Fee model

Activtrades

From 0.5 pips, no commission

Forex.com

From 0.2 pips (Commission), from 0.8 pips (Standard)

Minimum deposit

Activtrades

0 €

Forex.com

100 $

Regulation

Activtrades

FCA/CSSF

Forex.com

FCA/NFA/ASIC

More information

Activtrades

Details

Forex.com

Details

Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.

Detailed comparison

Comparing fees

Compare total costs, not just the order fee.

From 0.5 pips, no commission

Published fee
From 0.5 pips, no commission
Minimum deposit
0 €
Inactivity
€10/month after 6 months of inactivity
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From 0.2 pips (Commission), from 0.8 pips (Standard)

Published fee
From 0.2 pips (Commission), from 0.8 pips (Standard)
Minimum deposit
100 $
Inactivity
$15/month after 12 months of inactivity
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The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.

Execution quality

Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.

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Provider information

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Provider information

Product range

ForexIndicesCommoditiesStocks CFDsETFs CFDsBonds CFDs
ForexIndicesCommoditiesStocks CFDsCrypto CFDs

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Trading platforms

ActivTrader · MT4 · MT5

Activtrades offers the proprietary ActivTrader platform with intuitive operation, SmartOrder functionality, and advanced charting tools. MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 are available for automated trading with Expert Advisors. The ActivTrader platform features innovative capabilities such as SmartOrder 2, which integrates advanced risk management tools directly into the chart. All platforms are available as desktop and web versions.

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Forex.com Web · Forex.com App · MT4 · MT5 · TradingView

Forex.com offers its own powerful web platform and app with advanced charting tools and integrated analyses. MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 are available for classic Forex trading with EA support. The TradingView integration enables trading directly from the popular charting software. The proprietary platform provides performance analytics, Trading Central signals, and a comprehensive research center.

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Regulation & security

FCA/CSSF

Regulatory information

FCA/NFA/ASIC

Regulatory information

Regulation does not prevent market losses. The relevant authority depends on the contracting entity.

Your investor profile

Who might it suit?

FCA-regulated broker with award-winning customer support

  • Award-winning customer service
  • Proprietary ActivTrader platform
  • No minimum deposit
  • Relatively small product selection
  • No real stocks

Established US forex broker with global reach

  • Over 20 years of experience
  • NFA-regulated (US broker)
  • TradingView integration
  • No real stocks
  • Inactivity fee after 12 months

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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Activtrades and Forex.com?
Activtrades: From 0.5 pips, no commission. Forex.com: From 0.2 pips (Commission), from 0.8 pips (Standard). Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Activtrades or Forex.com?
Activtrades offers Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, ETFs CFDs, Bonds CFDs. Forex.com offers Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs.
How are Activtrades and Forex.com regulated?
The broker profiles list FCA/CSSF for Activtrades and FCA/NFA/ASIC for Forex.com. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Activtrades or Forex.com better for beginners?
Activtrades lists a 0 € minimum deposit and offers ActivTrader, MT4, MT5. Forex.com lists 100 $ and offers Forex.com Web, Forex.com App, MT4, MT5, TradingView. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Activtrades vs Forex.com: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Activtrades (4.2/5, 650 reviews) and Forex.com (4.2/5, 1300 reviews) depends on your needs. Activtrades: FCA-regulated broker with award-winning customer support. Forex.com: Established US forex broker with global reach.
How do spreads compare between Activtrades and Forex.com?
Activtrades offers typical spreads of EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (typical). Forex.com offers EUR/USD from 0.8 pip (Standard), 0.2 pip (RAW) + $5.00 per lot. Tighter spreads reduce trading costs especially for active trading.
Do Activtrades or Forex.com charge an inactivity fee?
Activtrades: €10/month after 6 months of inactivity. Forex.com: $15/month after 12 months of inactivity.

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