ActivTradesvs
Saxo BankForex Broker Comparison
In this head-to-head, ActivTrades and Saxo Bank clash over platform choice and asset breadth. The axis of tension centers on regulation breadth and cost structures.
Our Verdict
Saxo Bank winsby 0.4 pts
Saxo Bank is the stronger pick overall, backed by deeper multi-asset coverage and broader regulatory oversight, yielding a higher editorial score (4.7) than ActivTrades (4.3).
No commercial relationship. The verdict and scores are entirely editorial. No payment influences this comparison.
Key Differences
- 1ActivTrades supports MT4/MT5; Saxo Bank does not.
- 2ActivTrades has no inactivity fee; Saxo Bank imposes one.
- 3Instruments: about 1,000 vs about 71,000.
Who should choose ActivTrades vs Saxo Bank?
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose ActivTrades if…
Choose ActivTrades if you want MT4/MT5 support, no inactivity fee, and access to about 1,000 instruments.
Choose Saxo Bank if…
Choose Saxo Bank if you value no MT4/MT5 support, no 24/5 live chat, and access to about 71,000 instruments.
Verdict by Trader Profile
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Best for low cost trading
Recommended
ActivTrades offers tighter spreads from 0.50 pips vs 0.60 pips for Saxo Bank, reducing trading costs.
Best for safety & regulation
It’s a tie
Both equally suited
ActivTrades vs Saxo Bank: Side-by-Side Forex Broker Comparison
Score
= highlighted score shows which broker leads in that category| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 4.7/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.5 / 5 | 4.9 / 5▲ |
ActivTrades vs Saxo Bank Forex Broker Pros & Cons
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
ActivTrades vs Saxo Bank: Detailed Category Breakdown
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
3
ActivTrades
criteria wins
0
Saxo Bank
criteria wins
Highlighted rows show where the two brokers differ
| Criteria | ActivTrades | Saxo Bank |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Pass |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Fail | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Fail |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Fail |
| Proprietary platform | Pass | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
ActivTrades vs Saxo Bank: Frequently Asked Questions
The scores are close: ActivTrades rates 4.3/5 and Saxo Bank rates 4.7/5. Saxo Bank 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.
ActivTrades starts from 0.5 pips, tighter than Saxo Bank's 0.6 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Neither ActivTrades nor Saxo Bank requires a minimum deposit, making both accessible regardless of starting capital.
Both ActivTrades and Saxo Bank 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 Saxo Bank lists up to 30:1. 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 Saxo Bank supports SaxoTraderGO, Proprietary Web/Mobile. ActivTrades has exclusive access to MetaTrader 4 and ActivTrader. Saxo Bank has exclusive access to SaxoTraderGO and Proprietary Web/Mobile.
