Two brokers vie for similar risk and cost positions, yet platform choices and service scales pull the matchup in different directions.
ActivTrades and Fusion Markets remain closely matched, with ActivTrades' proprietary platform as the clearest differentiator.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose ActivTrades if…
Choose ActivTrades if you want a proprietary platform and multilingual support. You also get 24/5 live chat and phone support.
Choose Fusion Markets if…
Choose Fusion Markets if you want ultra-low commissions and a choice of MT4, MT5, and cTrader. It lacks 24/5 live chat and phone support.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Fusion Markets offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.50 pips for ActivTrades, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 4.2/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.5 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 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 | Fusion Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| 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 | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Fail |
The scores are close: ActivTrades rates 4.3/5 and Fusion Markets rates 4.2/5. ActivTrades 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 starts from 0 pips, tighter than ActivTrades's 0.5 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
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 broker's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each broker's site before deciding.
ActivTrades lists maximum leverage of 400:1, while Fusion Markets lists up to 500:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Fusion Markets charges $4.5 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for ActivTrades are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
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.
ActivTrades wins for safety and regulation with FCA licensing, segregated funds, and investor compensation coverage.
ActivTrades suits active traders with 1000 instruments, advanced charting, and volatility protection.
Fusion Markets is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
ActivTrades wins for beginners due to no minimum deposit and multilingual support.
ActivTrades offers 1000 instruments versus Fusion Markets 250.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 3.8 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2001 | 2017 |
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| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | Melbourne, Australia |
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| Min Deposit | No minimum | No minimum |
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| Spreads From | 0.5 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | $4.5/lot |
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| N/A | 0.45 pips |
| Max Leverage | 400:1 | 500:1▲ higher |
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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 cardSkrillNetellerPayPal |
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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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| Platforms | MetaTrader 4 ActivTrader | cTrader 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
Among the lowest ECN commissions globally at $4.50/lot round-turn
No minimum deposit and no inactivity fee
Supports MT4, MT5, and cTrader
ASIC regulated with strong Australian broker infrastructure
ETF CFDs available at the same ultra-low commission rate
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
Cons
Product range narrower than IG or Saxo
No cTrader or raw ECN account option
Less known outside Europe compared to global competitors
Cons
Smaller, newer broker (est. 2017) with limited global brand recognition
Limited research and educational content
VFSC license used for non-AU clients offers fewer protections
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
No 24/5 live chat
No phone support
Support available in limited languages
Dig deeper into each broker’s features, fees, and regulation.
Score 4.2 / 5
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