In this comparison, Dupoin and Saxo Bank face off on regulatory reach, platform choice, and cost structure. The contest highlights how domestic compliance contrasts with global, feature-rich trading tools.
Saxo Bank edges Dupoin on the editorial score thanks to top-tier regulation and a best-in-class multi-asset platform. It also offers investor protection features that Dupoin does not match.
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Saxo Bank offers tighter spreads from 0.60 pips vs 1.50 pips for Dupoin, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 3.6/ 5 | 4.7/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.6 / 5 | 4.9 / 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 | Saxo Bank |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Fail |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Fail |
| Proprietary platform | Fail | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Fail | Pass |
Saxo Bank is the stronger choice: it rates 4.7/5 versus 3.6/5 for Dupoin, a gap that reflects clear differences across regulation, fees, and platform quality in our review.
Saxo Bank starts from 0.6 pips, tighter than Dupoin's 1.5 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Saxo Bank has no minimum deposit, while Dupoin requires at least $30. This makes Saxo Bank more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Saxo Bank holds top-tier regulation (FCA, ASIC, JFSA), 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.
Saxo Bank 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 Saxo Bank 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.
Dupoin supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while Saxo Bank supports SaxoTraderGO, Proprietary Web/Mobile. Dupoin has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Saxo Bank has exclusive access to SaxoTraderGO and Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Saxo Bank wins for safety and regulation with multiple top-tier licenses and client fund segregation.
Saxo Bank wins for active traders with tiered pricing and broad asset coverage.
Dupoin is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available.
Saxo Bank wins for platform choice with a proprietary platform and advanced charting tools.
Saxo Bank wins for instrument variety with thousands of tradable assets.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 3.5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 3.6 / 5 | 4.8 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.5 / 5 | 4.6 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2020 | 1992 |
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| Headquarters | Jakarta, Indonesia | Copenhagen, Denmark |
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| Min Deposit | $30 | No minimum▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 1.5 pips | 0.6 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | N/A |
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| Max Leverage | 100:1 | 30:1▲ higher |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | $100/quarter (low-balance accounts) |
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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 transfer | Bank transfer |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | BAPPEBTI OJK | FCA ASIC JFSA MAS DFSA FINMA Finanstilsynet ACPR CNMV Finanstilsynet MFSA SFC Finansinspektionen CBI KNF CMA FSC |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | SaxoTraderGO Proprietary Web/Mobile |
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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
Licensed bank (Denmark)
Best-in-class multi-asset platform
Tiered active-trader pricing
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
Mobile trading app available
Proprietary trading platform available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
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
Higher minimums on classic accounts than ECN brokers
No MT4 / MT5
No raw spread account option
Inactivity fee applies
No MetaTrader support
No 24/5 live chat
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Score 3.6 / 5
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