Two regulators and two price styles meet in this matchup between ATFX and Errante. The axis of tension centers on instrument variety, regulation scope, and platform availability.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose ATFX if you want FCA oversight and a larger instrument universe.
Choose if…
Choose Errante if you prefer raw 0.0 pip spreads on the Pro ECN account and a low $50 minimum deposit.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.2/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
Pros
FCA (UK), CySEC (EU), and FSCA (SA) licensing
300+ instruments including ETF CFDs and bond CFDs
FSCS protection up to GBP 85,000 for UK clients
No minimum deposit, no inactivity fee
Client funds held in segregated accounts
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | ATFX | Errante |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Pass | Pass |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Fail | 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 | Pass |
The scores are close: ATFX rates 4.2/5 and Errante rates 3.8/5. ATFX 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.
Errante starts from 0 pips, tighter than ATFX's 1.8 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
ATFX has no minimum deposit, while Errante requires at least $50. This makes ATFX more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both ATFX and Errante hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each broker's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, two factors stand out: ATFX has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
ATFX lists maximum leverage of 400:1, while Errante 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.
Errante charges $3 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for ATFX are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
ATFX supports MetaTrader 4, while Errante supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. Both provide MetaTrader 4. Errante has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5.
Errante offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 1.80 pips for ATFX, reducing trading costs.
ATFX wins for safety & regulation, holding FCA licensing plus CySEC and FSCA oversight.
Errante wins for active traders with 0.0 pip raw spreads on Pro ECN and MT4/MT5.
Errante is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
Errante wins for platform choice, offering MT4 and MT5 whereas ATFX is MT4 only.
ATFX wins for beginners, with no minimum deposit and accessible pricing.
ATFX wins for instrument variety with 300+ assets including ETFs and bonds CFDs.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 3.8 / 5 | 4.2 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 3.7 / 5 | 3.7 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2017 | 2017 |
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| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | Limassol, Cyprus |
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| Min Deposit | No minimum▼ lower | $50 |
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| Spreads From | 1.8 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | $3/lot |
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| N/A | 0.3 pips |
| Max Leverage | 400:1▲ higher | 30:1 |
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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 cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | CySEC FSCA FCA | CySEC FSA Seychelles |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
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
CySEC (440/23) regulation with ICF compensation up to EUR 20,000
$50 minimum deposit on standard account
Pro ECN account: 0.0 pip raw spreads at $3/lot commission
MT4 and MT5 available
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
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
Cons
MT4 only, no MT5, cTrader, or proprietary platform
Standard spreads from 1.8 pips are not ECN-competitive
Relatively young broker, founded 2017
No raw spread account option
Limited charting capabilities
Cons
Small broker with limited balance sheet transparency
No cTrader, no TradingView integration
Research and educational content minimal
Non-EU clients on FSA Seychelles lighter framework
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
ATFX edges Errante on editorial score and regulatory scope, with FCA licensing and 300+ instruments.
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Score 3.8 / 5
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