Broker comparison

Alpari vs.
FXGT

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Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

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FXGT has a higher rating of 3.7/5 compared to Alpari (3.5/5). Alpari has been in the market since 1998, making it the more experienced provider. On spreads, Alpari offers EUR/USD from 1.0 pip (Standard.MT5), 0.4 pip (ECN Pro) + $3.20 per lot per side, while FXGT offers EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (Standard+), 0.0 pip (ECN) + $5.00 per lot round turn; crypto pairs.

Long-standing Forex broker with PAMM accounts and high leverage

Hybrid broker for Forex and crypto with CySEC regulation

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsMT4, MT5MT4, MT5
Product typesForex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs, MetalsForex, Crypto CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Metals
Options tradingNoNo
Fee modelfrom 0.0 pips (ECN), Standard from 1.2 pips, no commission (Standard)from 0.0 pips (ECN), Standard+ from 1.5 pips, no commission (Standard+)
Minimum deposit5 $5 $
RegulationVariousCySEC/FSA
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Platforms

Alpari

MT4, MT5

FXGT

MT4, MT5

Product types

Alpari

Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs, Metals

FXGT

Forex, Crypto CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Metals

Options trading

Alpari

No

FXGT

No

Fee model

Alpari

from 0.0 pips (ECN), Standard from 1.2 pips, no commission (Standard)

FXGT

from 0.0 pips (ECN), Standard+ from 1.5 pips, no commission (Standard+)

Minimum deposit

Alpari

5 $

FXGT

5 $

Regulation

Alpari

Various

FXGT

CySEC/FSA

More information

Alpari

Details

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

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Comparing fees

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from 0.0 pips (ECN), Standard from 1.2 pips, no commission (Standard)

Published fee
from 0.0 pips (ECN), Standard from 1.2 pips, no commission (Standard)
Minimum deposit
5 $
Spread figure
EUR/USD from 1.0 pip (Standard.MT5), 0.4 pip (ECN Pro) + $3.20 per lot per side
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from 0.0 pips (ECN), Standard+ from 1.5 pips, no commission (Standard+)

Published fee
from 0.0 pips (ECN), Standard+ from 1.5 pips, no commission (Standard+)
Minimum deposit
5 $
Spread figure
EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (Standard+), 0.0 pip (ECN) + $5.00 per lot round turn; crypto pairs
See terms at provider

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

ForexCFDsIndicesCommoditiesCrypto CFDsMetals
ForexCrypto CFDsIndicesCommoditiesStocks CFDsMetals

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Trading platforms

MT4 · MT5

Alpari offers MT4 and MT5 as trading platforms. Both support Expert Advisors for automated trading, custom indicators, and PAMM account management. MT5 additionally offers extended timeframes and market depth.

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MT4 · MT5

FXGT offers MT4 and MT5 as trading platforms. Both support forex and crypto CFD trading, Expert Advisors, and automated strategies. MT5 additionally offers extended charting features and market depth.

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Regulation & security

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

Your investor profile

Who might it suit?

Long-standing Forex broker with PAMM accounts and high leverage

  • Over 25 years of experience in Forex markets
  • PAMM accounts for copy/social trading
  • Very low minimum deposit ($5)
  • Offshore regulation (Saint Vincent), no EU protection
  • High leverage carries significant loss risk

Hybrid broker for Forex and crypto with CySEC regulation

  • CySEC-regulated (EU deposit protection)
  • Crypto CFDs with up to 1:1000 leverage
  • Low minimum deposit ($5)
  • Relatively young broker (founded 2019)
  • High leverage carries significant loss risk

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Alpari oder FXGT?

Side by side. Decided with knowledge.

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Alpari3.5
  • Over 25 years of experience in Forex markets
  • PAMM accounts for copy/social trading
  • Very low minimum deposit ($5)
FXGT3.7
  • CySEC-regulated (EU deposit protection)
  • Crypto CFDs with up to 1:1000 leverage
  • Low minimum deposit ($5)
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  • Fees
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  • Regulation
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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Alpari and FXGT?
Alpari: from 0.0 pips (ECN), Standard from 1.2 pips, no commission (Standard). FXGT: from 0.0 pips (ECN), Standard+ from 1.5 pips, no commission (Standard+). Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Alpari or FXGT?
Alpari offers Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs, Metals. FXGT offers Forex, Crypto CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Metals.
How are Alpari and FXGT regulated?
The broker profiles list Various for Alpari and CySEC/FSA for FXGT. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Alpari or FXGT better for beginners?
Alpari lists a 5 $ minimum deposit and offers MT4, MT5. FXGT lists 5 $ and offers MT4, MT5. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Alpari vs FXGT: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Alpari (3.5/5, 900 reviews) and FXGT (3.7/5, 600 reviews) depends on your needs. Alpari: Long-standing Forex broker with PAMM accounts and high leverage. FXGT: Hybrid broker for Forex and crypto with CySEC regulation.
How do spreads compare between Alpari and FXGT?
Alpari offers typical spreads of EUR/USD from 1.0 pip (Standard.MT5), 0.4 pip (ECN Pro) + $3.20 per lot per side. FXGT offers EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (Standard+), 0.0 pip (ECN) + $5.00 per lot round turn; crypto pairs. Tighter spreads reduce trading costs especially for active trading.

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