In this matchup, ActivTrades and Fusion Markets compete on coin depth, regulation, and pricing. The axis of tension lies in platform choices and asset reach.
ActivTrades and Fusion Markets are closely matched, with ActivTrades offering a broader coin range (10 vs 4).
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose ActivTrades if…
Choose ActivTrades if you value 24/5 live chat and phone support, ensuring quick and reliable help during volatile market sessions. ActivTrades also offers 10 crypto coins, providing broader exposure than Fusion Markets and enabling more diversification across major assets.
Choose Fusion Markets if…
Choose Fusion Markets if you want MT4/MT5 and cTrader access, giving you familiar interfaces with flexible execution options and fast order entry. Fusion Markets also emphasizes low-cost ECN pricing and ASIC regulation with negative balance protection, appealing to cost-conscious and regulated traders.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
ActivTrades edges security with FCA regulation, FSCS insurance and strong fund protection.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.7/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | No minimum | No minimum |
| Spreads From | 0.5 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
| Taker Fee | N/A | 4.50% |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | ActivTrades | Fusion Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Security | ||
| Cold storage for assets | Fail | Fail |
| Proof of reserves published | Fail | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Fees | ||
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Staking available | Fail | Fail |
| DeFi integration | Fail | Fail |
| NFT trading | Fail | Fail |
| 500+ coins listed | Fail | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
The scores are close: ActivTrades rates 3.7/5 and Fusion Markets rates 3.8/5. Fusion Markets has a marginal edge in our scoring, but the difference is small enough that your specific priorities — fees, platforms, or regulatory jurisdiction — should guide the final choice.
Fusion Markets lists a lower spread from 0, compared with ActivTrades's 0.5. Crypto trading costs are typically quoted as a percentage of the trade value; check each exchange's full fee schedule, as maker/taker rates and volume discounts vary.
Neither ActivTrades nor Fusion Markets requires a minimum deposit, making both accessible regardless of starting capital.
Both ActivTrades and Fusion Markets hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each exchange's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, both exchanges provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each exchange's site before deciding.
ActivTrades offers up to 2:1 on perpetual or margin products, versus Fusion Markets's 2:1 cap. Margin and futures trading carry higher risk than spot crypto; confirm product availability and jurisdiction-specific limits on each exchange's website.
Fusion Markets charges $4.5 per trade on commission-based accounts. Commission details for ActivTrades are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing. Crypto fees are typically quoted as maker/taker rates rather than fixed per-trade commissions; check each exchange's fee schedule for volume-based discounts.
ActivTrades supports MetaTrader 4, ActivTrader, while Fusion Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 4. ActivTrades has exclusive access to ActivTrader. Fusion Markets has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 5.
Fusion Markets wins on low-cost ECN pricing and competitive commissions.
ActivTrades offers 10 coins vs 4 at Fusion Markets, boosting diversification.
ActivTrades offers $0 minimum deposit and strong support channels ideal for beginners.
Equally matched.
| N/A |
| 0.45 pips |
| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FCA CMVM SCB | ASIC VFSC |
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| Cold Storage | No | No |
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| Proof of Reserves | No | No |
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| Staking | No | No |
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| DeFi Integration | No | No |
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| NFT Trading | No | No |
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| 500+ Coins | No | No |
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| P2P Trading | No | No |
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| Crypto Earn / Savings | No | No |
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| Token Launchpad | No | No |
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