Errante and OANDA square off on regulation, pricing, and platforms. The tension centers on ECN access versus platform diversity.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose Errante if you want 0.0 pip raw spreads on Pro ECN and a $50 minimum deposit.
Choose if…
Choose OANDA if you want no minimum deposit and access to MT4/MT5 plus TradingView.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 4.6/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.8 / 5▲ |
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)
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Errante | OANDA |
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| 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 | Pass | 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 | Fail | 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 3.8/5 for Errante. OANDA edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
Errante starts from 0 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 Errante requires at least $50. This makes OANDA more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Errante 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.
Errante lists maximum leverage of 30:1, 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.
Errante charges $3 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for OANDA are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Errante supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, while OANDA supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. Both provide MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. OANDA has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile and TradingView.
Errante offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 1.00 pips for OANDA, reducing trading costs.
OANDA wins for safety with multiple top-tier regulators and segregated funds.
Errante wins for active traders with raw spreads and ECN pricing.
Errante is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
OANDA wins for platform choice with proprietary platform plus MT4/MT5 and TradingView.
Errante wins for instrument variety with 200 tradable instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 3.7 / 5 | 4.6 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.3 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2017 | 1996 |
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| Headquarters | Limassol, Cyprus | New York, United States |
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| Min Deposit | $50 | No minimum▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips▼ lower | 1 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $3/lot | N/A |
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| 0.3 pips | N/A |
| Max Leverage | 30:1 | 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 | CySEC FSA Seychelles | ASIC FCA CBI CMF NFA |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 | Proprietary Web/Mobile TradingView MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 |
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| Active bonuses |
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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
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
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
Cons
Spreads slightly wider than ECN-style brokers
No copy trading
No raw spread account option
Inactivity fee applies
Errante and OANDA compete, but OANDA edges Errante overall thanks to top tier regulators and broader platform choices.
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Score 3.8 / 5
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