Dupoin and FBS face off on regulation, pricing, and platform access. The matchup pits local compliance against offshore scale and global presence.
FBS edges Dupoin on overall editorial score, driven by lower spreads and broader instrument access; Dupoin remains competitive with local regulation but narrower scope.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose Dupoin if…
Choose Dupoin if you prioritize Indonesian regulation and IDR funding, with MT4/MT5 access and a clearly disclosed price structure. The offering stays within a narrower product range and uses local compliance rather than top-tier regulators, potentially affecting cross-border visibility.
Choose FBS if…
Choose FBS if you want a very low minimum deposit and MT4/MT5 across all accounts, including Cent and ECN options. You also gain multilingual support, negative balance protection, and a broad instrument pool with no deposit fees.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
FBS offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 1.50 pips for Dupoin, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 3.6/ 5 | 3.9/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.6 / 5▲ | 3.5 / 5 |
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
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Dupoin | FBS |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Fail | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | Pass |
| 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 | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Fail | Pass |
The scores are close: Dupoin rates 3.6/5 and FBS rates 3.9/5. FBS 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.
FBS starts from 0 pips, tighter than Dupoin's 1.5 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
FBS has $1, while Dupoin requires at least $30. This makes FBS more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Dupoin is regulated by BAPPEBTI, OJK. FBS is regulated by FSCA, CySEC. Confirm a broker's current regulatory status on the relevant regulator's public register before opening an account.
FBS 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.
Dupoin lists maximum leverage of 100:1, while FBS lists up to 3000:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
FBS charges $20 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for Dupoin are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Dupoin supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while FBS supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4.
FBS wins for safety & regulation with CySEC licensing and broader IFSC/FSCA oversight.
FBS wins for active traders due to higher instrument variety and broader trading opportunities.
FBS is better suited for scalpers: tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
FBS wins for beginners due to a $1 minimum deposit and MT4/MT5 accessibility.
FBS wins for instrument variety with 550 tradable instruments.
Equally matched.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 3.5 / 5 | 4.0 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 3.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.5 / 5 | 4.0 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2020 | 2009 |
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| Headquarters | Jakarta, Indonesia | Belize City, Belize |
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| Min Deposit | $30 | $1▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 1.5 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | $20/lot |
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| N/A | 2 pips |
| Max Leverage | 100:1 | 3,000:1▲ 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 cardSkrillNetellerFasaPayPerfect Money |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfer | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerFasaPayPerfect Money |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | BAPPEBTI OJK | FSCA CySEC IFSC |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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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
Pros
Very low $1 minimum deposit on Cent accounts
MT4 and MT5 on all account types
Multiple account types including Cent, Zero Spread, and ECN
Widely available across Southeast Asia, MENA, and Africa
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
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
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
Cons
Primary entity uses IFSC Belize, offshore, limited investor protection
Bonus turnover requirements are onerous
Very high leverage (3000:1) is a significant risk factor for retail clients
No top-tier regulatory licence
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
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Score 3.6 / 5
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