Dukascopy and Dupoin face off in a comparison focused on regulation, cost, and platform depth. The axis of tension centers on trust, tooling, and market reach.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose Dukascopy if you seek top-tier regulation and a proprietary platform with advanced charting.
Choose if…
Choose Dupoin if you want Indonesian-regulated access with MT4/MT5 and IDR funding.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 3.6/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.9 / 5▲ | 3.6 / 5 |
Pros
Full FINMA banking licence - client cash protected under Swiss deposit guarantee up to CHF 100,000
Genuine interbank SWFX ECN liquidity from 14+ institutional providers
EUR/USD variable spreads from 0.1 pips during London/New York overlap
JForex supports Java/Groovy strategy automation built into the platform
Banking-grade transparency with published balance sheet
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Dukascopy | Dupoin |
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| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | Fail |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Pass | 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 | Pass | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Fail | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Fail |
Dukascopy rates 4.3/5 versus 3.6/5 for Dupoin. Dukascopy edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
Dukascopy starts from 0.1 pips, tighter than Dupoin's 1.5 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Dupoin has $30, while Dukascopy requires at least $1000. This makes Dupoin more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Dukascopy holds top-tier regulation (FSA Seychelles, FINMA), 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.
For beginners, Dupoin requires a lower minimum deposit ($30), lowering the barrier to entry. Both brokers otherwise share similar beginner-facing criteria in our data. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each brokers's site.
Dukascopy lists maximum leverage of 200:1, 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.
Dukascopy charges $7 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for Dupoin are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Dukascopy supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while Dupoin supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 4. Dukascopy has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile. Dupoin has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5.
Dukascopy offers tighter spreads from 0.10 pips vs 1.50 pips for Dupoin, reducing trading costs.
Dukascopy wins safety & regulation with FINMA licensing and segregated client funds.
Dukascopy wins active traders thanks to interbank ECN liquidity and low spreads.
Dukascopy is better suited for scalpers: tighter spreads from 0.10 pips.
Dukascopy wins platform choice with MT4/MT5 support plus a proprietary JForex platform.
Dupoin is best for beginners with a low $30 minimum and IDR funding.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.7 / 5▲ | 3.5 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 3.6 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.0 / 5▲ | 3.5 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2004 | 2020 |
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| Headquarters | Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva, Switzerland | Jakarta, Indonesia |
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| Min Deposit | $1,000 | $30▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0.1 pips▼ lower | 1.5 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $7/lot | N/A |
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| 0.8 pips | N/A |
| Max Leverage | 200:1▲ higher | 100:1 |
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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 card | 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 | FSA Seychelles FINMA | OJK BAPPEBTI |
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| Platforms | Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Investor compensation scheme coverage
Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Proprietary trading platform available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
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
CHF 1,000 minimum deposit excludes traders starting with less than USD 1,000
JForex has a steep learning curve; designed for professional clients
Customer support primarily Swiss business hours
Not available to US residents
No negative balance protection
No 24/5 live chat
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
Dukascopy edges Dupoin on editorial score, driven by top-tier regulation, compensation scheme, and a proprietary platform.
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Score 3.6 / 5
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