Broker comparison

Deriv vs.
Equiti

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Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

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Equiti has a higher rating of 3.8/5 compared to Deriv (3.7/5). The minimum deposit is lower at Deriv with 5 $. Deriv offers options trading, while the other does not. Deriv has been in the market since 1999, making it the more experienced provider. On spreads, Deriv offers EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (Standard), 0.2 pip (Raw) + $5.00 per lot round turn, while Equiti offers EUR/USD from 0.7 pip (Standard), 0.0 pip (Premier) + $6.00 per lot round turn.

Innovative CFD broker with synthetic indices and proprietary platform

FCA-regulated Forex broker with institutional liquidity and tight spreads

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsDeriv Trader, Deriv MT5, Deriv X, Deriv BotMT5, Equiti App
Product typesCFDs, Forex, Synthetic Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs, Stocks CFDsForex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs
Options tradingYes, digital options on Deriv TraderNo
Fee modelfrom 0.5 pips Forex, synthetic indices commission-freefrom 0.0 pips + $3.50 commission per lot (Raw account)
Minimum deposit5 $500 $
RegulationMFSAFCA/DFSA
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Platforms

Deriv

Deriv Trader, Deriv MT5, Deriv X, Deriv Bot

Equiti

MT5, Equiti App

Product types

Deriv

CFDs, Forex, Synthetic Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs, Stocks CFDs

Equiti

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

Options trading

Deriv

Yes, digital options on Deriv Trader

Equiti

No

Fee model

Deriv

from 0.5 pips Forex, synthetic indices commission-free

Equiti

from 0.0 pips + $3.50 commission per lot (Raw account)

Minimum deposit

Deriv

5 $

Equiti

500 $

Regulation

Deriv

MFSA

Equiti

FCA/DFSA

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Deriv

Details

Equiti

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 Forex, synthetic indices commission-free

Published fee
from 0.5 pips Forex, synthetic indices commission-free
Minimum deposit
5 $
Spread figure
EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (Standard), 0.2 pip (Raw) + $5.00 per lot round turn
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from 0.0 pips + $3.50 commission per lot (Raw account)

Published fee
from 0.0 pips + $3.50 commission per lot (Raw account)
Minimum deposit
500 $
Spread figure
EUR/USD from 0.7 pip (Standard), 0.0 pip (Premier) + $6.00 per lot round turn
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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

CFDsForexSynthetic IndicesCommoditiesCrypto CFDsStocks CFDs
ForexCFDsIndicesCommoditiesStocks CFDsCrypto CFDs

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Trading platforms

Deriv Trader · Deriv MT5 · Deriv X · Deriv Bot

Deriv offers four different platforms: Deriv Trader for simple web trading, Deriv MT5 for professional Forex trading, Deriv X as an advanced multi-asset platform, and Deriv Bot for automated drag-and-drop trading. Each platform is tailored to different trading styles and provides access to various instruments.

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MT5 · Equiti App

Equiti exclusively relies on MetaTrader 5, complemented by a mobile Equiti app. MT5 offers comprehensive charting tools, over 80 technical indicators, multi-asset support, an integrated economic calendar, and Expert Advisors for automated trading. The mobile app enables full trading access on the go.

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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?

Innovative CFD broker with synthetic indices and proprietary platform

  • Over 25 years of experience (formerly Binary.com)
  • Unique synthetic indices available 24/7
  • Very low minimum deposit of just $5
  • Synthetic indices carry special risks
  • Not regulated by FCA or BaFin

FCA-regulated Forex broker with institutional liquidity and tight spreads

  • FCA and DFSA-regulated with strong investor protection
  • Institutional liquidity with tight spreads
  • Fast order execution
  • Higher minimum deposit of $500
  • Only MT5 available, no MT4

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Deriv oder Equiti?

Side by side. Decided with knowledge.

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Deriv3.7
  • Over 25 years of experience (formerly Binary.com)
  • Unique synthetic indices available 24/7
  • Very low minimum deposit of just $5
Equiti3.8
  • FCA and DFSA-regulated with strong investor protection
  • Institutional liquidity with tight spreads
  • Fast order execution
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  • Fees
  • Platform
  • Regulation
  • Matching lessons
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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Deriv and Equiti?
Deriv: from 0.5 pips Forex, synthetic indices commission-free. Equiti: from 0.0 pips + $3.50 commission per lot (Raw account). Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Deriv or Equiti?
Deriv offers CFDs, Forex, Synthetic Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs, Stocks CFDs. Equiti offers Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs.
How are Deriv and Equiti regulated?
The broker profiles list MFSA for Deriv and FCA/DFSA for Equiti. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Deriv or Equiti better for beginners?
Deriv lists a 5 $ minimum deposit and offers Deriv Trader, Deriv MT5, Deriv X, Deriv Bot. Equiti lists 500 $ and offers MT5, Equiti App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Deriv vs Equiti: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Deriv (3.7/5, 1450 reviews) and Equiti (3.8/5, 340 reviews) depends on your needs. Deriv: Innovative CFD broker with synthetic indices and proprietary platform. Equiti: FCA-regulated Forex broker with institutional liquidity and tight spreads.
How do spreads compare between Deriv and Equiti?
Deriv offers typical spreads of EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (Standard), 0.2 pip (Raw) + $5.00 per lot round turn. Equiti offers EUR/USD from 0.7 pip (Standard), 0.0 pip (Premier) + $6.00 per lot round turn. Tighter spreads reduce trading costs especially for active trading.

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