A head-to-head comparison of AMarkets and FxPro across regulation, trading costs, platforms, and editorial scoring.
SVG FSA-regulated broker with genuine ECN conditions on MT4, MT5, and cTrader, a well-regarded PAMM system, and an established following in Russia, Ukraine, and Central Asia.
Multi-platform broker with FCA and CySEC regulation, offering all four major retail platforms and transparent raw ECN pricing.
FxPro edges ahead with a score of 4.3/5 vs AMarkets's 3.8/5. A narrow margin, so review the breakdown below to see where each broker has a clear advantage.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
AMarkets offers tighter spreads from 0 pips vs 1.2 pips for FxPro, reducing trading costs.
FxPro has a stronger safety profile: top-tier regulation, compensation scheme, segregated funds, negative balance protection.
AMarkets has a cost edge: tighter spreads from 0 pips, lower commission ($6/lot).
FxPro offers more exclusive platform options: Proprietary Web/Mobile, a proprietary platform.
FxPro edges out AMarkets with a higher editorial score (4.3/5 vs 3.8/5), indicating a stronger overall experience for new traders.
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 4.3/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.1 / 5 | 4.2 / 5▲ |
Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.0 / 5▲ |
| Founded | 2007 | 2006 |
| Headquarters | Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | London, United Kingdom |
| Min deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Spreads from | 0 pips | 1.2 pips |
| Commission / lot | $6/lot | $7/lot |
| Max leverage | 3000:1 | 500:1 |
| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
| Regulators | SVGFSA | FCA FSCA CySEC |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 cTrader | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 cTrader Proprietary Web/Mobile |
| Active bonuses | ||
| Visit broker | Visit AMarkets | Visit FxPro |
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
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
Supports all four major platforms: MT4, MT5, cTrader, and proprietary
Strong FCA and CySEC regulation
No dealing desk execution on raw accounts
Negative balance protection
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app 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
Customer support can be slow during peak hours
FxPro Edge proprietary platform less feature-rich than MT4
Not available to US residents
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | AMarkets | FxPro |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Based on our independent editorial scoring, FxPro ranks higher with a score of 4.3/5 vs 3.8/5 for AMarkets. The best choice still depends on your individual trading needs; AMarkets and FxPro may each suit different trader profiles.
AMarkets offers tighter spreads starting from 0 pips, compared to FxPro's spreads from 1.2 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, particularly valuable for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Both AMarkets and FxPro require a minimum deposit of $100 to open a live trading account.
FxPro holds top-tier regulation (FCA, FSCA, CySEC), providing stronger investor protections. AMarkets may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Always verify regulatory status with the broker directly before depositing funds.
For beginners: FxPro offers negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also weigh up educational resources and customer support quality before deciding.
AMarkets offers maximum leverage of 3000:1, while FxPro offers up to 500:1. Available leverage varies by account type, instrument, and jurisdiction. Higher leverage amplifies both potential profits and losses. Always use appropriate risk management.
AMarkets charges $6 per lot, lower than FxPro's $7 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
AMarkets supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader and FxPro offers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, Proprietary Web/Mobile; both support MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader; FxPro exclusively offers Proprietary Web/Mobile.
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