In a head-to-head between a long-standing offshore brand and a newer domestic broker, the axis is regulation and pricing. The matchup tests platform reach and access without declaring a winner.
Alpari International outscores Dupoin on editorial rating (3.9 vs 3.6) and offers more instruments (250 vs 100) for a broader market reach.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose Alpari International if…
Choose Alpari International if you need multilingual support. It also offers a broad instrument universe with 250 assets.
Choose Dupoin if…
Choose Dupoin if you are an Indonesian resident seeking local access. It supports IDR funding through Indonesian banks.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Alpari International offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 1.50 pips for Dupoin, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 3.9/ 5 | 3.6/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.7 / 5▲ | 3.6 / 5 |
Pros
26-year brand history in retail forex
Mature PAMM investor platform, one of the originals
ECN accounts with $6 per-lot commission competitive with top ECN desks
Wide geographic reach across CIS, MENA, and Africa
Client funds held in segregated accounts
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Alpari International | Dupoin |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Fail | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | Fail |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Fail | Fail |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Pass | 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 | Fail | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Fail |
The scores are close: Alpari International rates 3.9/5 and Dupoin rates 3.6/5. Alpari International 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.
Alpari International starts from 0 pips, tighter than Dupoin's 1.5 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Alpari International has $5, while Dupoin requires at least $30. This makes Alpari International more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Alpari International is regulated by FSC, FSCA. Dupoin is regulated by BAPPEBTI, OJK. Confirm a broker's current regulatory status on the relevant regulator's public register before opening an account.
For beginners, Alpari International requires a lower minimum deposit ($5), lowering the barrier to entry. Both brokers otherwise share similar beginner-facing criteria in our data. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each brokers's site.
Alpari International lists maximum leverage of 1000:1, 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.
Alpari International charges $6 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for Dupoin are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Alpari International supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while Dupoin supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4.
Equally matched.
Alpari is better for active traders due to 1000:1 leverage and ECN accounts.
Alpari International is better suited for scalpers: tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
Alpari offers more instruments, 250 versus 100.
Equally matched.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.1 / 5▲ | 3.5 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 3.9 / 5▲ | 3.6 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.8 / 5▲ | 3.5 / 5 |
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| Founded | 1998 | 2020 |
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| Headquarters | Port Louis, Mauritius | Jakarta, Indonesia |
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| Min Deposit | $5▼ lower | $30 |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips▼ lower | 1.5 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $6/lot | N/A |
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| 0.6 pips | N/A |
| Max Leverage | 1,000:1 | 100:1▲ 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 cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyCrypto | Bank transfer |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FSC FSCA | BAPPEBTI OJK |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
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
FSC Mauritius licence, lower investor protection than FCA/ASIC/CySEC
Legacy of UK entity collapse in 2015 is a cautionary reference point
No top-tier regulatory licence for its core international client base
No negative balance protection
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
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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