Two ECN oriented brokers face off on regulation, costs, and platform choice. The axis of tension centers on trust, pricing clarity, and execution quality.
GO Markets is the editorial winner, as it posts a higher score (4.0) than AMarkets (3.8).
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose AMarkets if…
Choose AMarkets if you accept ultra-high leverage up to 3000:1 and no investor compensation.
Choose GO Markets if…
Choose GO Markets if you want true ECN execution with ASIC/CySEC/FSC regulation and investor protection.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Both brokers offer spreads from 0.00 pips.
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.4 / 5 | 4.0 / 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 | GO Markets |
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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 | Fail |
| 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 GO Markets rates 4/5. GO Markets 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 GO Markets start from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
AMarkets has $100, while GO Markets requires at least $200. This makes AMarkets more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
GO Markets holds top-tier regulation (ASIC, CySEC, 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.
For beginners, two factors stand out: AMarkets requires a lower minimum deposit ($100), lowering the barrier to entry, and GO Markets provides negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
AMarkets lists maximum leverage of 3000:1, while GO 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.
GO Markets charges $5 per lot, lower than AMarkets's $6 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
AMarkets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while GO Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide cTrader and MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4.
GO Markets wins for safety and regulation with ASIC/CySEC/FSC licenses and investor protection.
GO Markets benefits active traders with true ECN pricing and robust protection.
GO Markets is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($5/lot).
AMarkets is best for beginners due to a low $100 minimum deposit.
GO Markets offers more instruments with about 350 tradable assets.
Equally matched for platform choice since both offer MT4, MT5, and cTrader.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.2 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.1 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5▲ | 3.8 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2007 | 2006 |
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| Headquarters | Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | Melbourne, Australia |
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| Min Deposit | $100▼ lower | $200 |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips | 0 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $6/lot | $5/lot▼ lower |
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| 0.6 pips | 0.5 pips▼ lower |
| Max Leverage | 3,000:1 | 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 cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal |
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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 | ASIC CySEC FSC |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | cTrader MetaTrader 5 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
True ECN execution with three platform options
ASIC-regulated with a clean Australian track record since 2006
Competitive $5 round-turn ECN commission
Good for Australia and Asia-Pacific timezone traders
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
Raw spread account available
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
$200 minimum deposit is higher than many ECN peers
Less brand recognition outside Australia and Asia-Pacific
CySEC entity is offshore for non-AU clients
No proprietary platform
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Score 3.8 / 5
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