Broker comparison

Admirals vs.
Oanda

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Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

Your goal decides.

Admirals offers 7 instrument types, while Oanda offers 6. The minimum deposit is lower at Oanda with 0 €. Oanda has been in the market since 1996, making it the more experienced provider. On spreads, Admirals offers EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (Trade.MT5), 0.0 pip (Zero.MT5) + $1.80–3.00 per lot, while Oanda offers EUR/USD from 1.0 pip (Standard), 0.2 pip (Core) + commission.

Multi-regulated broker with MetaTrader Supreme Edition

Forex specialist with advanced technology since 1996

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsMT4, MT5, MetaTrader Supreme Edition, Admirals AppOANDA Trade, MT4, MT5, TradingView
Product typesForex, CFDs, Stocks CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto, ETFsForex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Bonds, Metals
Options tradingNo, CFDs on forex, stocks and moreNo, forex and CFD trading
Fee modelSpreads from 0.5 pip, stock CFDs from $0.02 per shareSpreads from 0.6 pip (Standard), from 0.2 pip (Core Pricing)
Minimum deposit100 €0 €
RegulationCySEC/FCA/ASICFCA/NFA
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Platforms

Admirals

MT4, MT5, MetaTrader Supreme Edition, Admirals App

Oanda

OANDA Trade, MT4, MT5, TradingView

Product types

Admirals

Forex, CFDs, Stocks CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto, ETFs

Oanda

Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Bonds, Metals

Options trading

Admirals

No, CFDs on forex, stocks and more

Oanda

No, forex and CFD trading

Fee model

Admirals

Spreads from 0.5 pip, stock CFDs from $0.02 per share

Oanda

Spreads from 0.6 pip (Standard), from 0.2 pip (Core Pricing)

Minimum deposit

Admirals

100 €

Oanda

0 €

Regulation

Admirals

CySEC/FCA/ASIC

Oanda

FCA/NFA

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Admirals

Details

Oanda

Details

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

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Comparing fees

Compare total costs, not just the order fee.

Spreads from 0.5 pip, stock CFDs from $0.02 per share

Published fee
Spreads from 0.5 pip, stock CFDs from $0.02 per share
Minimum deposit
100 €
Inactivity
€10/month after 24 months of inactivity
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Spreads from 0.6 pip (Standard), from 0.2 pip (Core Pricing)

Published fee
Spreads from 0.6 pip (Standard), from 0.2 pip (Core Pricing)
Minimum deposit
0 €
Inactivity
$10/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

Check the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.

Provider information

Product range

ForexCFDsStocks CFDsIndicesCommoditiesCryptoETFs
ForexCFDsIndicesCommoditiesBondsMetals

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Trading platforms

MT4 · MT5 · MetaTrader Supreme Edition · Admirals App

Admirals offers MT4, MT5, the exclusive MetaTrader Supreme Edition, and the Admirals App. The MetaTrader Supreme Edition extends the standard MetaTrader with professional additional tools: Mini Terminal for quick trading, Trade Terminal for advanced order management, Tick Chart Trader, and Sentiment Trader. MT4 and MT5 provide access to automated trading with Expert Advisors. The Admirals App enables mobile trading with price queries, charts, and order placement.

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OANDA Trade · MT4 · MT5 · TradingView

Oanda offers the OANDA Trade platform, MT4, MT5, and TradingView. The OANDA Trade platform is the proprietary development with an intuitive interface, advanced charting tools, technical analysis indicators, and integrated market analyses. MT4 and MT5 support automated trading with Expert Advisors. TradingView offers a community-based charting environment. All platforms support Oanda's unique flexible lot sizes and provide mobile versions.

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Regulation & security

CySEC/FCA/ASIC

Regulatory information

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

Your investor profile

Who might it suit?

Multi-regulated broker with MetaTrader Supreme Edition

  • MetaTrader Supreme Edition with extra tools
  • Comprehensive educational resources
  • Multiple account types available
  • Inactivity fee after 24 months
  • No BaFin regulation

Forex specialist with advanced technology since 1996

  • No minimum deposit required
  • Flexible lot sizes from 1 unit
  • Advanced analysis tools
  • Limited product range
  • No stocks or ETFs

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Admirals oder Oanda?

Side by side. Decided with knowledge.

See the differences that matter, and the Academy lessons that explain them.

Admirals4.2
  • MetaTrader Supreme Edition with extra tools
  • Comprehensive educational resources
  • Multiple account types available
Oanda4.2
  • No minimum deposit required
  • Flexible lot sizes from 1 unit
  • Advanced analysis tools
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  • Fees
  • Platform
  • Regulation
  • Matching lessons
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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Admirals and Oanda?
Admirals: Spreads from 0.5 pip, stock CFDs from $0.02 per share. Oanda: Spreads from 0.6 pip (Standard), from 0.2 pip (Core Pricing). Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Admirals or Oanda?
Admirals offers Forex, CFDs, Stocks CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto, ETFs. Oanda offers Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Bonds, Metals.
How are Admirals and Oanda regulated?
The broker profiles list CySEC/FCA/ASIC for Admirals and FCA/NFA for Oanda. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Admirals or Oanda better for beginners?
Admirals lists a 100 € minimum deposit and offers MT4, MT5, MetaTrader Supreme Edition, Admirals App. Oanda lists 0 € and offers OANDA Trade, MT4, MT5, TradingView. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Admirals vs Oanda: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Admirals (4.2/5, 1300 reviews) and Oanda (4.2/5, 1500 reviews) depends on your needs. Admirals: Multi-regulated broker with MetaTrader Supreme Edition. Oanda: Forex specialist with advanced technology since 1996.
How do spreads compare between Admirals and Oanda?
Admirals offers typical spreads of EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (Trade.MT5), 0.0 pip (Zero.MT5) + $1.80–3.00 per lot. Oanda offers EUR/USD from 1.0 pip (Standard), 0.2 pip (Core) + commission. Tighter spreads reduce trading costs especially for active trading.
Do Admirals or Oanda charge an inactivity fee?
Admirals: €10/month after 24 months of inactivity. Oanda: $10/month after 12 months of inactivity.

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