This matchup contrasts easyMarkets fixed spreads and $25 deposits with OANDA's broader regulation and advanced charting. Both offer MT4/MT5 and mobile apps, yet strengths pull in different directions.
OANDA outperforms easyMarkets on editorial score (4.6 vs 3.9) and stronger trust/regulation and platform tools, making it the overall winner.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose easyMarkets if…
Choose easyMarkets for fixed spreads with a no-slippage guarantee on the web platform. You can start with a $25 minimum deposit.
Choose OANDA if…
Choose OANDA for advanced charting tools, including TradingView. You also get MT4/MT5 and no minimum deposit.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
easyMarkets offers tighter spreads from 0.70 pips vs 1.00 pips for OANDA, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 3.9/ 5 | 4.6/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.8 / 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 | OANDA |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Fail |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Pass | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
OANDA rates 4.6/5 versus 3.9/5 for easyMarkets. OANDA edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
easyMarkets starts from 0.7 pips, tighter than OANDA's 1 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
OANDA has no minimum deposit, while easyMarkets requires at least $25. This makes OANDA more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both easyMarkets and OANDA 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: OANDA has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely, 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 OANDA lists up to 50:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
easyMarkets supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while OANDA supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, TradingView, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and Proprietary Web/Mobile and MetaTrader 4. OANDA has exclusive access to TradingView.
OANDA wins for safety and regulation, with top-tier licenses (NFA, FCA, ASIC) and segregated client funds.
easyMarkets wins for active traders due to higher leverage (400:1) and broader instrument range (200 assets).
easyMarkets is better suited for scalpers: tighter spreads from 0.70 pips.
OANDA wins platform choice with TradingView access alongside MT4/MT5.
easyMarkets wins instrument variety with about 200 tradable assets.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 3.8 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.6 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.3 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2001 | 1996 |
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| Headquarters | Limassol, Cyprus | New York, United States |
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| Min Deposit | $25 | No minimum▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0.7 pips▼ lower | 1 pips |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | N/A |
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| Max Leverage | 400:1 | 50:1▲ higher |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | $10/month (after 12 months) |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferDebit card |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free for ACH |
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| Regulators | ASIC CNV HCMC CySEC MNB | FCA ASIC CBI CMF NFA |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile TradingView MetaTrader 4 |
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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
Available to US residents (NFA-registered)
Best-in-class research and economic data
No minimum deposit
MT4, MT5 and proprietary platforms
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
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
Fixed spreads are wider than ECN variable spread accounts
Proprietary platform feels dated compared to MT4/MT5
Limited research tools
Limited charting capabilities
Cons
Spreads slightly wider than ECN-style brokers
No copy trading
No raw spread account option
Inactivity fee applies
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