Broker comparison

Pepperstone vs.
Vantage

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Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

Your goal decides.

Pepperstone has a higher rating of 4.5/5 compared to Vantage (4.1/5). The minimum deposit is lower at Pepperstone with 0 €. Pepperstone is BaFin-regulated, while Vantage is supervised by ASIC/FCA. Vantage has been in the market since 2009, making it the more experienced provider. On spreads, Pepperstone offers EUR/USD from 0.0 pip (Razor) + $3.50 per lot, while Vantage offers EUR/USD from 0.0 pip (Raw ECN) + $3.00 per lot per side, 1.1 pip (Standard).

ECN broker with Razor account and ultra-fast execution

Australian broker with Raw ECN spreads and copy trading

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsMT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingViewMT4, MT5, Vantage App, ProTrader
Product typesForex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto, Currency IndicesForex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto, ETFs
Options tradingNo, but over 1,200 CFD instrumentsNo, CFD and forex trading
Fee modelRazor account: from 0.0 pip + €2.60 commission/lot, Standard: from 1.0 pipRaw ECN: from 0.0 pip + $3/lot, Standard: from 1.0 pip
Minimum deposit0 €50 $
RegulationBaFin/FCA/ASICASIC/FCA
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Platforms

Pepperstone

MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView

Vantage

MT4, MT5, Vantage App, ProTrader

Product types

Pepperstone

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

Vantage

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

Options trading

Pepperstone

No, but over 1,200 CFD instruments

Vantage

No, CFD and forex trading

Fee model

Pepperstone

Razor account: from 0.0 pip + €2.60 commission/lot, Standard: from 1.0 pip

Vantage

Raw ECN: from 0.0 pip + $3/lot, Standard: from 1.0 pip

Minimum deposit

Pepperstone

0 €

Vantage

50 $

Regulation

Pepperstone

BaFin/FCA/ASIC

Vantage

ASIC/FCA

More information

Pepperstone

Details

Vantage

Details

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

Detailed comparison

Comparing fees

Compare total costs, not just the order fee.

Razor account: from 0.0 pip + €2.60 commission/lot, Standard: from 1.0 pip

Published fee
Razor account: from 0.0 pip + €2.60 commission/lot, Standard: from 1.0 pip
Minimum deposit
0 €
Spread figure
EUR/USD from 0.0 pip (Razor) + $3.50 per lot
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Raw ECN: from 0.0 pip + $3/lot, Standard: from 1.0 pip

Published fee
Raw ECN: from 0.0 pip + $3/lot, Standard: from 1.0 pip
Minimum deposit
50 $
Spread figure
EUR/USD from 0.0 pip (Raw ECN) + $3.00 per lot per side, 1.1 pip (Standard)
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

ForexCFDsIndicesCommoditiesStocks CFDsCryptoCurrency Indices
ForexCFDsIndicesCommoditiesStocks CFDsCryptoETFs

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Trading platforms

MT4 · MT5 · cTrader · TradingView

Pepperstone offers four trading platforms: MT4 and MT5 for classic forex trading with Expert Advisors and automated strategies. cTrader impresses with a modern interface, advanced charting, Level II price data, and algorithmic trading via cAlgo. TradingView enables social trading with one of the world's largest trader communities. All platforms support the Razor account with raw spreads and offer mobile versions for trading on the go.

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MT4 · MT5 · Vantage App · ProTrader

Vantage offers four trading platforms: MT4 and MT5 as proven MetaTrader platforms with Expert Advisors and automated strategies. ProTrader is the advanced platform with TradingView integration, enhanced charting, and social trading features. The Vantage App provides full-featured mobile trading with real-time quotes, copy trading, and order placement. All platforms support the Raw ECN account with spreads from 0.0 pip.

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Regulation & security

BaFin/FCA/ASIC

Regulatory information

ASIC/FCA

Regulatory information

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

Your investor profile

Who might it suit?

ECN broker with Razor account and ultra-fast execution

  • Razor account with raw spreads from 0.0 pip
  • Fast execution speed
  • MT4, MT5, cTrader and TradingView
  • No options trading
  • No real stocks, only CFDs

Australian broker with Raw ECN spreads and copy trading

  • Raw ECN spreads from 0.0 pip
  • Copy trading feature
  • Low minimum deposit
  • No BaFin regulation
  • Limited German support

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Pepperstone oder Vantage?

Side by side. Decided with knowledge.

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

Pepperstone4.5
  • Razor account with raw spreads from 0.0 pip
  • Fast execution speed
  • MT4, MT5, cTrader and TradingView
Vantage4.1
  • Raw ECN spreads from 0.0 pip
  • Copy trading feature
  • Low minimum deposit
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  • Fees
  • Platform
  • Regulation
  • Matching lessons
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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Pepperstone and Vantage?
Pepperstone: Razor account: from 0.0 pip + €2.60 commission/lot, Standard: from 1.0 pip. Vantage: Raw ECN: from 0.0 pip + $3/lot, Standard: from 1.0 pip. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Pepperstone or Vantage?
Pepperstone offers Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto, Currency Indices. Vantage offers Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto, ETFs.
How are Pepperstone and Vantage regulated?
The broker profiles list BaFin/FCA/ASIC for Pepperstone and ASIC/FCA for Vantage. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Pepperstone or Vantage better for beginners?
Pepperstone lists a 0 € minimum deposit and offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView. Vantage lists 50 $ and offers MT4, MT5, Vantage App, ProTrader. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Pepperstone vs Vantage: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Pepperstone (4.5/5, 1800 reviews) and Vantage (4.1/5, 680 reviews) depends on your needs. Pepperstone: ECN broker with Razor account and ultra-fast execution. Vantage: Australian broker with Raw ECN spreads and copy trading.
How do spreads compare between Pepperstone and Vantage?
Pepperstone offers typical spreads of EUR/USD from 0.0 pip (Razor) + $3.50 per lot. Vantage offers EUR/USD from 0.0 pip (Raw ECN) + $3.00 per lot per side, 1.1 pip (Standard). Tighter spreads reduce trading costs especially for active trading.

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