This comparison pits Moneta Markets against Pepperstone as CFD crypto brokers, weighing regulatory coverage, platform breadth, and coin availability to reveal where traders may differ.
Pepperstone edges Moneta Markets in the editorial score, supported by stronger trust/regulation and higher platform ratings.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose Moneta Markets if…
Choose Moneta Markets if you value phone support and ASIC or FSCA regulation for extra oversight and peace of mind.
Choose Pepperstone if…
Choose Pepperstone if you want 24/5 live chat and broad platform coverage with 30 crypto CFDs across MT4 and MT5.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
Pepperstone wins for security with multiple top-tier regulators and strong oversight.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.6/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | $50 | No minimum▼ lower |
| Spreads From | 0 pips | 0 pips |
| Taker Fee | 6.00%▼ lower | 7.00% |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Moneta Markets | Pepperstone |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fail | 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 | Fail | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
The scores are close: Moneta Markets rates 3.6/5 and Pepperstone rates 4/5. Pepperstone 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.
Both Moneta Markets and Pepperstone list the same spread figure of 0. Compare each exchange's full fee schedule, including maker/taker rates and any volume discounts, to evaluate total trading costs.
Pepperstone has no minimum deposit, while Moneta Markets requires at least $50. This makes Pepperstone more accessible for traders looking to start with a smaller crypto investment.
Both Moneta Markets and Pepperstone 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: Pepperstone 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.
Moneta Markets offers up to 2:1 on perpetual or margin products, versus Pepperstone'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.
Moneta Markets charges $6 per trade, lower than Pepperstone's $7 per trade. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day. 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.
Moneta Markets supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while Pepperstone supports cTrader, IRESS, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Moneta Markets has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile. Pepperstone has exclusive access to cTrader and IRESS and TradingView.
Pepperstone 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.
Pepperstone edges on fees with tighter crypto spreads and no inactivity fee.
Pepperstone offers 30 crypto CFDs compared with Moneta's 6.
Pepperstone is best for beginners due to a $0 minimum deposit.
Equally matched as neither offers DeFi access or NFT trading.
| 0.6 pips▼ lower |
| 0.7 pips |
| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardPayPalSkrill |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardPayPalSkrill |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FSCA ASIC FSA Seychelles | DFSA FMA FCA BaFin ASIC CySEC |
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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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Score 3.6 / 5
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