In this head-to-head, two mid-tier brokers contend on regulation, costs, and platforms. easyMarkets leans on a proprietary platform and fixed spreads while Errante centers on MT4/MT5 access and raw spreads.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose easyMarkets if you want a very low $25 minimum deposit. You also get a proprietary platform with fixed spreads.
Choose if…
Choose Errante if you prefer raw ECN spreads with MT4/MT5 access.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 3.9/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.0 / 5▲ |
Pros
Fixed spreads with no-slippage guarantee on web platform
Unique dealCancellation feature to undo losing trades
Very low $25 minimum deposit
CySEC, ASIC regulated
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | easyMarkets | Errante |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Pass | Pass |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Fail | 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 | Fail | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: easyMarkets rates 3.9/5 and Errante rates 3.8/5. easyMarkets 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.
Errante starts from 0 pips, tighter than easyMarkets's 0.7 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
easyMarkets has $25, while Errante requires at least $50. This makes easyMarkets more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both easyMarkets 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.
For beginners, two factors stand out: easyMarkets requires a lower minimum deposit ($25), lowering the barrier to entry, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
easyMarkets lists maximum leverage of 400:1, 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 on commission-based accounts. Commission details for easyMarkets are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
easyMarkets supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, while Errante supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. Both provide MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. easyMarkets has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Errante offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.70 pips for easyMarkets, reducing trading costs.
easyMarkets wins for safety and regulation due to CySEC and ASIC oversight plus segregated funds.
Errante wins for active traders with raw spreads and MT4/MT5 access.
Errante is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
easyMarkets wins for platform choice with a proprietary platform plus MT4/MT5.
easyMarkets wins for beginners due to the very low $25 deposit.
Equally matched; both offer around 200 instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 3.8 / 5 | 4.2 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.0 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2001 | 2017 |
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| Headquarters | Limassol, Cyprus | Limassol, Cyprus |
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| Min Deposit | $25▼ lower | $50 |
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| Spreads From | 0.7 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | $3/lot |
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| N/A | 0.3 pips |
| Max Leverage | 400:1▲ higher | 30:1 |
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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 cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC CySEC HCMC MNB CNV | CySEC FSA Seychelles |
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| Platforms | Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Proprietary trading platform available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
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
Fixed spreads are wider than ECN variable spread accounts
Proprietary platform feels dated compared to MT4/MT5
Limited research tools
Limited charting capabilities
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
easyMarkets and Errante are closely matched overall; easyMarkets uses a proprietary platform with fixed spreads while Errante offers raw 0-pip spreads on ECN.
Dig deeper into each broker’s features, fees, and regulation.
Score 3.8 / 5
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