A head-to-head comparison of Dupoin and Pepperstone across regulation, trading costs, platforms, and editorial scoring.
A newer locally-incorporated Indonesian broker completing the dual BAPPEBTI and OJK registration standard, offering compliant domestic forex access.
Multi-regulated Australian ECN-style broker with fast execution, MT4 / MT5 / cTrader / TradingView and a strong active-trader rebate program.
Pepperstone comes out ahead with an editorial score of 4.7/5 compared to Dupoin's 3.6/5.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Pepperstone offers tighter spreads from 0 pips vs 1.5 pips for Dupoin, reducing trading costs.
Pepperstone has a stronger safety profile: top-tier regulation, compensation scheme, segregated funds, negative balance protection.
Pepperstone has a cost edge: tighter spreads from 0 pips.
Pepperstone offers more exclusive platform options: cTrader, TradingView, IRESS.
Pepperstone edges out Dupoin with a higher editorial score (4.7/5 vs 3.6/5), indicating a stronger overall experience for new traders.
| Editorial score | 3.6/ 5 | 4.7/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.6 / 5 | 4.8 / 5▲ |
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 3.5 / 5 | 4.8 / 5▲ |
Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 3.6 / 5 | 4.6 / 5▲ |
Customer Support 10% weight | 3.5 / 5 | 4.6 / 5▲ |
| Founded | 2020 | 2010 |
| Headquarters | Jakarta, Indonesia | Melbourne, Australia |
| Min deposit | $30 | No minimum |
| Spreads from | 1.5 pips | 0 pips |
| Commission / lot | N/A | $7/lot |
| Max leverage | 100:1 | 500:1 |
| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
| Regulators | BAPPEBTI OJK | FCA ASIC CySEC DFSA BaFin FMA |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 cTrader TradingView IRESS |
| Active bonuses | ||
| Visit broker | Visit Dupoin | Visit Pepperstone |
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
Pros
FCA, ASIC, BaFin, CySEC, DFSA licensed
Razor account: tight spreads + transparent commission
TradingView + MT4 / MT5 / cTrader
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
Advanced charting tools included
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
Not available to US residents
No proprietary platform
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Dupoin | Pepperstone |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Fail | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Fail | 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 | Fail | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Fail | Pass |
Based on our independent editorial scoring, Pepperstone ranks higher with a score of 4.7/5 vs 3.6/5 for Dupoin. The best choice still depends on your individual trading needs; Dupoin and Pepperstone may each suit different trader profiles.
Pepperstone offers tighter spreads starting from 0 pips, compared to Dupoin's spreads from 1.5 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, particularly valuable for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Pepperstone has a lower minimum deposit of no minimum required, while Dupoin requires at least $30. This makes Pepperstone more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Pepperstone holds top-tier regulation (FCA, ASIC, CySEC), providing stronger investor protections. Dupoin may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Always verify regulatory status with the broker directly before depositing funds.
For beginners: Pepperstone has a lower minimum deposit (no minimum), lowering the barrier to entry; Pepperstone offers negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also weigh up educational resources and customer support quality before deciding.
Dupoin offers maximum leverage of 100:1, while Pepperstone offers up to 500:1. Available leverage varies by account type, instrument, and jurisdiction. Higher leverage amplifies both potential profits and losses. Always use appropriate risk management.
Pepperstone charges $7 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for the other broker are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Dupoin supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 and Pepperstone offers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView, IRESS; both support MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5; Pepperstone exclusively offers cTrader, TradingView, IRESS.
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