Broker comparison

FxOpen vs.
Trive

Which broker fits your needs?

Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

Your goal decides.

Trive has a higher rating of 4/5 compared to FxOpen (3.9/5). The minimum deposit is lower at Trive with 0 €. Trive is BaFin-regulated, while FxOpen is supervised by FCA/ASIC. FxOpen has been in the market since 2005, making it the more experienced provider. Trive charges no inactivity fee, while the other does.

ECN Forex broker with low spreads and PAMM accounts

BaFin-regulated CFD and Forex broker with commission-free trading

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsMT4, MT5, TickTrader, TradingViewMT4, MT5, Trive Web
Product typesForex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDsForex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs
Options tradingNoNo
Fee modelfrom 0.0 pips (ECN) + $1.50 commission per lotfrom 0.5 pips Forex, €0 commission on CFDs
Minimum deposit15 $0 €
RegulationFCA/ASICBaFin/FCA
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Platforms

FxOpen

MT4, MT5, TickTrader, TradingView

Trive

MT4, MT5, Trive Web

Product types

FxOpen

Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs

Trive

Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs

Options trading

FxOpen

No

Trive

No

Fee model

FxOpen

from 0.0 pips (ECN) + $1.50 commission per lot

Trive

from 0.5 pips Forex, €0 commission on CFDs

Minimum deposit

FxOpen

15 $

Trive

0 €

Regulation

FxOpen

FCA/ASIC

Trive

BaFin/FCA

More information

FxOpen

Details

Trive

Details

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

Detailed comparison

Comparing fees

Compare total costs, not just the order fee.

from 0.0 pips (ECN) + $1.50 commission per lot

Published fee
from 0.0 pips (ECN) + $1.50 commission per lot
Minimum deposit
15 $
Inactivity
$10/quarter after 90 days of inactivity
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from 0.5 pips Forex, €0 commission on CFDs

Published fee
from 0.5 pips Forex, €0 commission on CFDs
Minimum deposit
0 €
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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

ForexCFDsIndicesCommoditiesCrypto CFDs
ForexCFDsIndicesCommoditiesCrypto CFDs

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Trading platforms

MT4 · MT5 · TickTrader · TradingView

FxOpen offers four trading platforms: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, the proprietary TickTrader platform, and TradingView integration. TickTrader is the flagship, offering Level II market depth, advanced order types, and professional charting tools. MT4 and MT5 provide proven functionality with Expert Advisors, while TradingView delivers one of the most modern charting environments in the industry.

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MT4 · MT5 · Trive Web

Trive provides its users with MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5, complemented by the proprietary Trive Web platform. MT4 and MT5 offer comprehensive charting tools, Expert Advisors, and automated trading. The Trive Web platform is browser-based and particularly beginner-friendly, featuring a clear layout and fast order execution.

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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?

ECN Forex broker with low spreads and PAMM accounts

  • FCA and ASIC-regulated
  • Very low ECN commissions from $1.50 per lot
  • PAMM accounts for passive investing
  • Platform design could be more modern
  • Limited educational resources

BaFin-regulated CFD and Forex broker with commission-free trading

  • BaFin-regulated based in Frankfurt
  • No commissions on CFDs
  • Competitive spreads from 0.5 pips
  • Relatively new broker on the market
  • Limited product range compared to established providers

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FxOpen oder Trive?

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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between FxOpen and Trive?
FxOpen: from 0.0 pips (ECN) + $1.50 commission per lot. Trive: from 0.5 pips Forex, €0 commission on CFDs. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: FxOpen or Trive?
FxOpen offers Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs. Trive offers Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs.
How are FxOpen and Trive regulated?
The broker profiles list FCA/ASIC for FxOpen and BaFin/FCA for Trive. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is FxOpen or Trive better for beginners?
FxOpen lists a 15 $ minimum deposit and offers MT4, MT5, TickTrader, TradingView. Trive lists 0 € and offers MT4, MT5, Trive Web. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
FxOpen vs Trive: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between FxOpen (3.9/5, 580 reviews) and Trive (4/5, 420 reviews) depends on your needs. FxOpen: ECN Forex broker with low spreads and PAMM accounts. Trive: BaFin-regulated CFD and Forex broker with commission-free trading.
Do FxOpen or Trive charge an inactivity fee?
FxOpen: $10/quarter after 90 days of inactivity. Trive: no inactivity fee.

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