City Index and Dupoin face off in a contrast of regulation, pricing, and platform depth. The matchup highlights how trust, costs, and tools shape trader choice.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose City Index for top-tier regulation and a 13,500+ market universe.
Choose if…
Choose Dupoin for MT4/MT5 access and IDR funding options.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.2/ 5 | 3.6/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.6 / 5▲ | 3.6 / 5 |
Pros
FCA-regulated since 1983, backed by Nasdaq-listed StoneX Group
13,500+ markets including UK spread betting
TradingView integration for chart-based order execution
EUR/USD from 0.5 pips, competitive for a spread-only desk
FSCS protection up to GBP 85,000 for UK clients
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | City Index | Dupoin |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Fail |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Pass | Fail |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Fail | Pass |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Fail | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Pass | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Fail | Fail |
City Index rates 4.2/5 versus 3.6/5 for Dupoin. City Index edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
City Index starts from 0.5 pips, tighter than Dupoin's 1.5 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
City Index has no minimum deposit, while Dupoin requires at least $30. This makes City Index more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
City Index holds top-tier regulation (ASIC, FCA, MAS), providing stronger investor protections. Dupoin 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.
City Index 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.
City Index lists maximum leverage of 30:1, while Dupoin lists up to 100:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
City Index supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, while Dupoin supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 4. City Index has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile and TradingView. Dupoin has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5.
City Index offers tighter spreads from 0.50 pips vs 1.50 pips for Dupoin, reducing trading costs.
City Index wins for safety and regulation with FCA/ASIC/MAS oversight and segregated client funds.
City Index wins for active traders thanks to breadth of markets and advanced charting tools.
Dupoin is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available.
City Index leads for platform choice with a proprietary platform and TradingView integration.
City Index is best for beginners, offering strong regulation, investor protection, and accessible support.
City Index offers the widest instrument variety with 13,500+ markets.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 3.5 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.6 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.1 / 5▲ | 3.5 / 5 |
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| Founded | 1983 | 2020 |
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| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | Jakarta, Indonesia |
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| Min Deposit | No minimum▼ lower | $30 |
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| Spreads From | 0.5 pips▼ lower | 1.5 pips |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | N/A |
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| Max Leverage | 30:1▲ higher | 100:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | $12/month (after 12 months) | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardPayPal | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transfer |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC FCA MAS | BAPPEBTI OJK |
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| Platforms | Proprietary Web/Mobile TradingView MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
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
Pros
BAPPEBTI-licensed and OJK-registered, full Indonesian regulatory compliance
OJK registration no. 2025020000000412 is publicly verifiable
Offers both MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5
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
Inactivity fee after 12 months of no trading
Not available to US residents
Proprietary platform visual design lags behind IG and Saxo
Research depth weaker than IG's Reuters/Morningstar environment
No raw spread account option
Support available in limited languages
Cons
Only available to Indonesian residents, no international clients
Shorter operating history than established domestic peers
Narrow product range limited to forex and commodity futures
Leverage capped at 100:1 under BAPPEBTI rules
No top-tier regulatory licence
No negative balance protection
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
Support available in limited languages
City Index wins on editorial score and top-tier regulation, edging Dupoin for overall credibility.
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