Two brokers meet on regulation standards, pricing, and platforms to serve different trader profiles. The tension centers on trust, fees, and the breadth of tradable instruments.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose Dukascopy if you prioritise FINMA-regulated trust, 1200 instruments, and a proprietary platform.
Choose if…
Choose Errante if you want CySEC regulation with negative balance protection, MT4/MT5 access, and a low $50 minimum.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.9 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 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 | Errante |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Pass | 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 | 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 | Pass |
Dukascopy rates 4.3/5 versus 3.8/5 for Errante. Dukascopy edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
Errante starts from 0 pips, tighter than Dukascopy's 0.1 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Errante has $50, while Dukascopy requires at least $1000. This makes Errante more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Dukascopy 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.
Errante 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.
Dukascopy lists maximum leverage of 200:1, 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, lower than Dukascopy's $7 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
Dukascopy supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while Errante supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. Both provide MetaTrader 4. Dukascopy has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile. Errante has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5.
Errante offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.10 pips for Dukascopy, reducing trading costs.
Dukascopy wins for safety and regulation with FINMA licence and segregated funds.
Dukascopy is best for active traders due to ECN access and broad instrument coverage.
Errante is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($3/lot), tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
Dukascopy wins for platform choice with MT4/MT5 and a proprietary JForex.
Errante wins for beginners with a $50 minimum and MT4/MT5 access.
Dukascopy leads in instrument variety with 1200 tradable assets.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.7 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.0 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2004 | 2017 |
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| Headquarters | Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva, Switzerland | Limassol, Cyprus |
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| Min Deposit | $1,000 | $50▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0.1 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | $7/lot | $3/lot▼ lower |
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| 0.8 pips | 0.3 pips▼ lower |
| Max Leverage | 200:1 | 30:1▲ 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 card | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FSA Seychelles FINMA | FSA Seychelles CySEC |
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| Platforms | Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 |
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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
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
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
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
Dukascopy edges Errante on the overall editorial score (4.3 vs 3.8). The higher scores reflect stronger trust/regulation and platform tools.
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