This matchup contrasts AMarkets and BDSwiss on regulation, protections, and platform choices. The tension centers on safety and execution quality.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose AMarkets if you want MT4/MT5 and cTrader access with a mature PAMM platform.
Choose if…
Choose BDSwiss if you value CySEC regulation with EU compensation and a proprietary WebTrader.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 3.9/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.4 / 5 | 4.1 / 5▲ |
Pros
MT4, MT5, and cTrader all available
Competitive $6 round-turn ECN commission
Mature PAMM platform with full performance transparency
No inactivity fee
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Raw spread account available
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | AMarkets | BDSwiss |
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| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Fail | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Fail | Pass |
| 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 | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: AMarkets rates 3.8/5 and BDSwiss rates 3.9/5. BDSwiss 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 AMarkets and BDSwiss start from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
BDSwiss has $10, while AMarkets requires at least $100. This makes BDSwiss more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
BDSwiss holds top-tier regulation (CySEC, FSA Seychelles, FSC), providing stronger investor protections. AMarkets 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.
BDSwiss 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.
AMarkets lists maximum leverage of 3000:1, while BDSwiss 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.
Both AMarkets and BDSwiss charge the same commission of $6 per lot on applicable accounts.
AMarkets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while BDSwiss supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. AMarkets has exclusive access to cTrader. BDSwiss has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Both brokers offer spreads from 0.00 pips.
BDSwiss wins for safety and regulation due to CySEC licensing and EU compensation protection.
AMarkets is better for active traders thanks to raw spreads and ECN pricing.
Both brokers offer equivalent ECN conditions including raw spread accounts, commissions, and spread levels.
BDSwiss wins with a proprietary WebTrader alongside MT4/MT5.
BDSwiss wins for beginners with a $10 minimum deposit and regulated protections.
Equally matched for instrument variety at 250 instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.0 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.1 / 5▲ | 3.8 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.0 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2007 | 2012 |
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| Headquarters | Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | Limassol, Cyprus |
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| Min Deposit | $100 | $10▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips | 0 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $6/lot | $6/lot |
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| 0.6 pips | 0.6 pips |
| Max Leverage | 3,000:1 | 30:1▲ 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 cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | SVGFSA | CySEC FSA Seychelles FSC |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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No deposit fees
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
$10 minimum deposit (Classic account) - lowest among CySEC-regulated MT4/MT5 brokers
CySEC (199/13) regulation with ICF compensation scheme for EU clients
MT4, MT5, and proprietary WebTrader
Prime ECN account: raw 0.0 pip spreads at $6/lot commission
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
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
Cons
SVG FSA registration only, no meaningful retail investor protection
No EU or Tier 1 licensed entity
Very high leverage (3000:1) is a risk amplifier
No top-tier regulatory licence
No negative balance protection
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
Cons
Classic account spreads (1.5-2.0 pips EUR/USD) wide for active traders
$1,000 minimum on the Prime ECN account
No cTrader or TradingView integration
Research tools are basic
AMarkets and BDSwiss are closely matched overall, but BDSwiss offers top-tier regulation and compensation protection that AMarkets lacks.
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Score 3.8 / 5
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