A head-to-head comparison of AMarkets and TPFx 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.
A fully BAPPEBTI-licensed and OJK-registered Indonesian broker, offering domestic traders compliant access to forex and commodity futures markets.
AMarkets and TPFx are extremely closely matched with scores of 3.8/5 and 3.7/5. The right choice depends on your individual trading priorities.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
AMarkets offers tighter spreads from 0 pips vs 1.5 pips for TPFx, reducing trading costs.
Both brokers show an equally strong safety profile across regulation, fund protection, and client safeguards.
TPFx offers more exclusive platform options: Proprietary Web/Mobile, a proprietary platform.
AMarkets edges out TPFx with a higher editorial score (3.8/5 vs 3.7/5), indicating a stronger overall experience for new traders.
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 3.7/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.4 / 5 | 3.7 / 5▲ |
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.0 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.1 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
| Founded | 2007 | 2010 |
| Headquarters | Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | Jakarta, Indonesia |
| Min deposit | $100 | $60 |
| Spreads from | 0 pips | 1.5 pips |
| Commission / lot | $6/lot | N/A |
| Max leverage | 3000:1 | 100:1 |
| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
| Regulators | SVGFSA | BAPPEBTI OJK |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 cTrader | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile |
| Active bonuses | ||
| Visit broker | Visit AMarkets | Visit TPFx |
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
BAPPEBTI-licensed and OJK-registered - full Indonesian regulatory compliance
OJK registration no. S-130/PM.02/2025 is publicly verifiable
Supports MetaTrader 5 alongside proprietary platform
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
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
Only available to Indonesian residents - no international clients
Higher minimum deposit than some domestic peers
Narrow product range limited to forex and commodity futures
No top-tier regulatory licence
No negative balance protection
No investor compensation scheme
Limited charting capabilities
Support available in limited languages
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | AMarkets | TPFx |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Pass |
| 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 |
Based on our independent editorial scoring, AMarkets ranks higher with a score of 3.8/5 vs 3.7/5 for TPFx. The best choice still depends on your individual trading needs; AMarkets and TPFx may each suit different trader profiles.
AMarkets offers tighter spreads starting from 0 pips, compared to TPFx's spreads from 1.5 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, particularly valuable for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
TPFx has a lower minimum deposit of $60, while AMarkets requires at least $100. This makes TPFx more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
AMarkets is regulated by SVGFSA. TPFx is regulated by BAPPEBTI, OJK. Always confirm a broker's current regulatory status before opening an account.
For beginners: TPFx has a lower minimum deposit ($60), lowering the barrier to entry. Also weigh up educational resources and customer support quality before deciding.
AMarkets offers maximum leverage of 3000:1, while TPFx offers up to 100:1. 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 on commission-based accounts. Commission details for the other broker are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
AMarkets supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader and TPFx offers MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile; both support MetaTrader 5; AMarkets exclusively offers MetaTrader 4, cTrader; TPFx exclusively offers Proprietary Web/Mobile.
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