This crypto CFDs matchup pits Fusion Markets and Plus500 on regulation, costs and platform design, highlighting diverging asset depth and tech approach.
Fusion Markets and Plus500 are closely matched overall. The single clearest differentiator is coin selection: Plus500 lists 15 coins compared with Fusion Markets' 4.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose Fusion Markets if…
Choose Fusion Markets if you want no inactivity fee and advanced charting with ECN-style pricing.
Choose Plus500 if…
Choose Plus500 if you want 15 coins, 24/5 live chat support, and a proprietary platform.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
Plus500 wins for security with broad regulation (FCA, MAS) and LSE listing.
Fusion Markets offers among the lowest ECN commissions.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 3.7/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | No minimum▼ lower | $100 |
| Spreads From | 0 pips▼ lower | 0.6 pips |
| Taker Fee | 4.50% | N/A |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Fusion Markets | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fail |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Fail |
| 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 | Fail | Pass |
| Phone support | Fail | Fail |
The scores are close: Fusion Markets rates 3.8/5 and Plus500 rates 3.7/5. 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 Plus500's 0.6. 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.
Fusion Markets has no minimum deposit, while Plus500 requires at least $100. This makes Fusion Markets more accessible for traders looking to start with a smaller crypto investment.
Both Fusion Markets and Plus500 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, two factors stand out: Fusion Markets has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely, and both exchanges provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
Fusion Markets offers up to 2:1 on perpetual or margin products, versus Plus500'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 Plus500 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.
Fusion Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while Plus500 supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. Fusion Markets has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Plus500 has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Fusion Markets scores better on fee criteria (no deposit fee, no inactivity fee). Always check both exchanges' current fee schedules, as maker/taker rates and withdrawal fees vary and are subject to change.
Equally matched.
| 0.45 pips |
| N/A |
| Inactivity Fee | None | $10/month (after 3 months) |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal | Bank transferCredit cardPayPalSkrill |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC VFSC | FCA ASIC MAS CySEC CMA |
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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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