In this head-to-head, Errante and Saxo Bank clash over regulation, platforms, and costs. The tension pits a regulated ECN broker against a premium multi-asset bank.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose Errante if you want MT4 and MT5 access. You also get a $50 minimum deposit and 0.0 pip raw spreads on the Pro ECN tier, with no inactivity fee.
Choose if…
Choose Saxo Bank if you want a proprietary platform with SaxoTraderGO. You benefit from a $0 minimum deposit and broad multi-asset coverage, though MT4/MT5 are not available.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 4.7/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.9 / 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 | Saxo Bank |
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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 | 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 | Pass | Pass |
Saxo Bank rates 4.7/5 versus 3.8/5 for Errante. Saxo Bank edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
Errante starts from 0 pips, tighter than Saxo Bank's 0.6 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Saxo Bank has no minimum deposit, while Errante requires at least $50. This makes Saxo Bank more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Errante 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.
Errante lists maximum leverage of 30:1, 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.
Errante charges $3 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for Saxo Bank are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Errante supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, while Saxo Bank supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, SaxoTraderGO. Errante has exclusive access to MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. Saxo Bank has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile and SaxoTraderGO.
Errante offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.60 pips for Saxo Bank, reducing trading costs.
Saxo Bank wins for regulation, holding licenses from MAS, JFSA, SFC, FCA, ASIC and others.
Saxo Bank wins for active traders due to tiered pricing and extensive platform tools.
Errante is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
Saxo Bank wins for platform choice with SaxoTraderGO and advanced charting tools.
Saxo Bank wins for beginners with a $0 minimum deposit enabling easy start.
Saxo Bank wins for instrument variety with access to 71,000 instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 3.7 / 5 | 4.8 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.6 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2017 | 1992 |
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| Headquarters | Limassol, Cyprus | Copenhagen, Denmark |
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| Min Deposit | $50 | No minimum▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips▼ lower | 0.6 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $3/lot | N/A |
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| 0.3 pips | N/A |
| Max Leverage | 30:1 | 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 | CySEC FSA Seychelles | ASIC JFSA Finansinspektionen CNMV FCA SFC DFSA MFSA KNF MAS CBI CMA ACPR Finanstilsynet FINMA Finanstilsynet FSC |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 | Proprietary Web/Mobile SaxoTraderGO |
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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
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
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
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
Saxo Bank edges Errante in the overall score due to broader regulation and stronger platform capabilities.
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Score 3.8 / 5
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