This comparison pits a regulated low-deposit option against a banker-backed multi-asset platform. The tension centers on pricing, platform depth, and instrument coverage.
Saxo Bank edges easyMarkets on editorial score across trust, pricing, and platforms, aided by broader instrument coverage.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose easyMarkets if…
Choose easyMarkets if you value 24/5 live chat support and a very low $25 minimum deposit that opens Forex trading to smaller accounts. You also get MT4/MT5 access and fixed spreads, which help with cost predictability even in volatile markets.
Choose Saxo Bank if…
Choose Saxo Bank if you want a $0 minimum deposit and a top-tier multi-asset platform. You benefit from advanced charting, tiered pricing for active traders, and a broad instrument universe with mobile access on the go.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Saxo Bank offers tighter spreads from 0.60 pips vs 0.70 pips for easyMarkets, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 3.9/ 5 | 4.7/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.9 / 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 | Saxo Bank |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fail |
| Proprietary platform | Pass | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
Saxo Bank rates 4.7/5 versus 3.9/5 for easyMarkets. Saxo Bank edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
Saxo Bank starts from 0.6 pips, tighter than easyMarkets's 0.7 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Saxo Bank has no minimum deposit, while easyMarkets requires at least $25. This makes Saxo Bank more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both easyMarkets and Saxo Bank 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: Saxo Bank 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 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.
easyMarkets supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while Saxo Bank supports SaxoTraderGO, Proprietary Web/Mobile. Both provide Proprietary Web/Mobile. easyMarkets has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Saxo Bank has exclusive access to SaxoTraderGO.
Saxo Bank wins for safety and regulation with its Danish licensing and multiple top-tier regulators.
Saxo Bank wins for active traders with tiered pricing and a vast instrument universe.
Saxo Bank is better suited for scalpers: tighter spreads from 0.60 pips.
Saxo Bank wins for platform choice with advanced charting and SaxoTraderGO/PRO.
Saxo Bank wins for instrument variety with 71,000 available.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 3.8 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.8 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.6 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2001 | 1992 |
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| Headquarters | Limassol, Cyprus | Copenhagen, Denmark |
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| Min Deposit | $25 | No minimum▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0.7 pips | 0.6 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | N/A |
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| Max Leverage | 400:1▲ higher | 30:1 |
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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 cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transfer |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC CNV HCMC CySEC MNB | FCA ASIC JFSA MAS DFSA FINMA Finanstilsynet ACPR CNMV Finanstilsynet MFSA SFC Finansinspektionen CBI KNF CMA FSC |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | SaxoTraderGO Proprietary Web/Mobile |
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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
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
Fixed spreads are wider than ECN variable spread accounts
Proprietary platform feels dated compared to MT4/MT5
Limited research tools
Limited charting capabilities
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 3.9 / 5
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