Broker comparison

Deriv vs.
Octa

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Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

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Octa 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 Octa offers EUR/USD from 0.6 pip (typical), no commissions — spread only.

Innovative CFD broker with synthetic indices and proprietary platform

CySEC-regulated Forex broker with copy trading and competitive conditions

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsDeriv Trader, Deriv MT5, Deriv X, Deriv BotMT4, MT5, OctaTrader
Product typesCFDs, Forex, Synthetic Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs, Stocks CFDsForex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs, Stocks CFDs
Options tradingYes, digital options on Deriv TraderNo
Fee modelfrom 0.5 pips Forex, synthetic indices commission-freefrom 0.6 pips Forex, no commission
Minimum deposit5 $25 $
RegulationMFSACySEC
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Platforms

Deriv

Deriv Trader, Deriv MT5, Deriv X, Deriv Bot

Octa

MT4, MT5, OctaTrader

Product types

Deriv

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

Octa

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

Options trading

Deriv

Yes, digital options on Deriv Trader

Octa

No

Fee model

Deriv

from 0.5 pips Forex, synthetic indices commission-free

Octa

from 0.6 pips Forex, no commission

Minimum deposit

Deriv

5 $

Octa

25 $

Regulation

Deriv

MFSA

Octa

CySEC

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Deriv

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.

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 0.6 pips Forex, no commission

Published fee
from 0.6 pips Forex, no commission
Minimum deposit
25 $
Spread figure
EUR/USD from 0.6 pip (typical), no commissions — spread only
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

CFDsForexSynthetic IndicesCommoditiesCrypto CFDsStocks CFDs
ForexCFDsIndicesCommoditiesCrypto CFDsStocks 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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MT4 · MT5 · OctaTrader

Octa offers three trading platforms: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, and the proprietary OctaTrader platform. OctaTrader is the core product with integrated copy trading and modern design. MT4 and MT5 provide classic trading functionality with Expert Advisors and comprehensive charting tools. All platforms support commission-free trading.

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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

CySEC-regulated Forex broker with copy trading and competitive conditions

  • CySEC-regulated with EU deposit protection
  • Commission-free trading
  • Proprietary OctaTrader platform with copy trading
  • Spreads wider than with ECN brokers
  • Limited research and analysis tools

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Deriv oder Octa?

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
Octa3.8
  • CySEC-regulated with EU deposit protection
  • Commission-free trading
  • Proprietary OctaTrader platform with copy trading
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  • Regulation
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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Deriv and Octa?
Deriv: from 0.5 pips Forex, synthetic indices commission-free. Octa: from 0.6 pips Forex, no commission. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Deriv or Octa?
Deriv offers CFDs, Forex, Synthetic Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs, Stocks CFDs. Octa offers Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs, Stocks CFDs.
How are Deriv and Octa regulated?
The broker profiles list MFSA for Deriv and CySEC for Octa. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Deriv or Octa better for beginners?
Deriv lists a 5 $ minimum deposit and offers Deriv Trader, Deriv MT5, Deriv X, Deriv Bot. Octa lists 25 $ and offers MT4, MT5, OctaTrader. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Deriv vs Octa: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Deriv (3.7/5, 1450 reviews) and Octa (3.8/5, 1200 reviews) depends on your needs. Deriv: Innovative CFD broker with synthetic indices and proprietary platform. Octa: CySEC-regulated Forex broker with copy trading and competitive conditions.
How do spreads compare between Deriv and Octa?
Deriv offers typical spreads of EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (Standard), 0.2 pip (Raw) + $5.00 per lot round turn. Octa offers EUR/USD from 0.6 pip (typical), no commissions — spread only. Tighter spreads reduce trading costs especially for active trading.

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