Both brokers sit at opposite ends of the regulation and protection spectrum. This matchup tests how regulatory scope and value-added features align with costs and platform choices.
ActivTrades edges Dupoin on the editorial score, underpinned by FCA regulation, investor compensation, and volatility protection in ActivTrader. Dupoin lacks top-tier regulation, investor compensation, and negative balance protection.
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Choose ActivTrades if…
Choose ActivTrades if you value top-tier regulation and robust investor protections. The broker combines FCA oversight with investor compensation and negative balance protection, and it offers a proprietary ActivTrader platform with volatility protection and advanced charting, alongside strong support in southern Europe.
Choose Dupoin if…
Choose Dupoin if you operate primarily in Indonesia and value MT4/MT5 with local regulatory compliance and accessible MT4/MT5 tooling. You gain BAPPEBTI and OJK oversight, access to raw spreads, local IDR funding options, and predictable costs, but you miss top-tier investor protection and international reach.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
ActivTrades offers tighter spreads from 0.50 pips vs 1.50 pips for Dupoin, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 3.6/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.5 / 5▲ | 3.6 / 5 |
Pros
FCA regulated with supplemental insurance up to GBP 1,000,000 per client
ActivTrader's volatility protection feature is a genuine risk management differentiator
No minimum deposit
Strong southern European presence, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese support
Client funds held in segregated accounts
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | ActivTrades | Dupoin |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Fail |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Pass | Fail |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Fail | Pass |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Pass | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Fail |
ActivTrades rates 4.3/5 versus 3.6/5 for Dupoin. ActivTrades edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
ActivTrades starts from 0.5 pips, tighter than Dupoin's 1.5 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
ActivTrades has no minimum deposit, while Dupoin requires at least $30. This makes ActivTrades more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
ActivTrades holds top-tier regulation (FCA, CMVM, SCB), providing stronger investor protections. Dupoin may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Verify regulatory status on each regulator's public register before depositing funds.
ActivTrades stands out for beginners: it has a lower entry point and provides negative balance protection, which caps losses at your deposited amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
ActivTrades lists maximum leverage of 400:1, while Dupoin lists up to 100:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
ActivTrades supports MetaTrader 4, ActivTrader, while Dupoin supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 4. ActivTrades has exclusive access to ActivTrader. Dupoin has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5.
ActivTrades wins safety and regulation with FCA oversight, investor protection scheme, and segregated client funds.
ActivTrades appeals to active traders with volatility protection, advanced charting, and a proprietary platform.
Dupoin is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available.
ActivTrades offers a proprietary ActivTrader and MT4, giving broader platform choice.
ActivTrades suits beginners with zero minimum deposit and strong multilingual support.
ActivTrades offers around 1000 instruments versus 100 for Dupoin.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.5 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 3.6 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 3.5 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2001 | 2020 |
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| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | Jakarta, Indonesia |
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| Min Deposit | No minimum▼ lower | $30 |
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| Spreads From | 0.5 pips▼ lower | 1.5 pips |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | N/A |
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| Max Leverage | 400:1▲ higher | 100:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardPayPal | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transfer |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FCA CMVM SCB | BAPPEBTI OJK |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 4 ActivTrader | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Proprietary trading platform available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Pros
BAPPEBTI-licensed and OJK-registered, full Indonesian regulatory compliance
OJK registration no. 2025020000000412 is publicly verifiable
Offers both MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5
Local Indonesian bank transfer funding with IDR accounts
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
Mobile trading app available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Cons
Product range narrower than IG or Saxo
No cTrader or raw ECN account option
Less known outside Europe compared to global competitors
Cons
Only available to Indonesian residents, no international clients
Shorter operating history than established domestic peers
Narrow product range limited to forex and commodity futures
Leverage capped at 100:1 under BAPPEBTI rules
No top-tier regulatory licence
No negative balance protection
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
Support available in limited languages
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Score 3.6 / 5
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