Both operate under strong regulation and offer multi-platform access, yet they diverge on pricing, platform ecosystems, and instrument breadth.
Pepperstone outperforms FxPro in editorial score, 4.7 vs 4.3. Wider regulatory coverage and tighter spreads support the gap.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose FxPro if…
Choose FxPro if you want the proprietary FxPro Edge platform alongside FCA and CySEC regulation.
Choose Pepperstone if…
Choose Pepperstone if you want MT4/MT5, cTrader, and TradingView access with broad regulator coverage (FCA, ASIC, BaFin, CySEC, FMA, DFSA).
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Pepperstone offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 1.20 pips for FxPro, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 4.7/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.4 / 5 | 4.8 / 5▲ |
Pros
Supports all four major platforms: MT4, MT5, cTrader, and proprietary
Strong FCA and CySEC regulation
No dealing desk execution on raw accounts
Negative balance protection
Client funds held in segregated accounts
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | FxPro | Pepperstone |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 | Pass | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: FxPro rates 4.3/5 and Pepperstone rates 4.7/5. Pepperstone 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.
Pepperstone starts from 0 pips, tighter than FxPro's 1.2 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Pepperstone has no minimum deposit, while FxPro requires at least $100. This makes Pepperstone more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both FxPro and Pepperstone 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: Pepperstone 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.
FxPro lists maximum leverage of 500:1, while Pepperstone lists up to 500:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Both FxPro and Pepperstone charge the same commission of $7 per lot on applicable accounts.
FxPro supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while Pepperstone supports cTrader, IRESS, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, MetaTrader 4. Both provide cTrader and MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. FxPro has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile. Pepperstone has exclusive access to IRESS and TradingView.
Pepperstone wins for safety and regulation with broader licensing across multiple authorities.
Pepperstone wins due to the Razor account and an active-trader rebate program.
Pepperstone is better suited for scalpers: tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
FxPro wins for platform choice with proprietary Edge and four major platforms.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.4 / 5 | 4.8 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.6 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.6 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2006 | 2010 |
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| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | Melbourne, Australia |
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| Min Deposit | $100 | No minimum▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 1.2 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | $7/lot | $7/lot |
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| 1.9 pips | 0.7 pips▼ lower |
| Max Leverage | 500:1 | 500:1 |
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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 cardPayPalSkrill |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardPayPalSkrill |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FCA FSCA CySEC | FCA ASIC DFSA FMA BaFin CySEC |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | cTrader IRESS MetaTrader 5 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
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Pros
FCA, ASIC, BaFin, CySEC, DFSA licensed
Razor account: tight spreads + transparent commission
TradingView + MT4 / MT5 / cTrader
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
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Cons
Customer support can be slow during peak hours
FxPro Edge proprietary platform less feature-rich than MT4
Not available to US residents
Cons
Not available to US residents
No proprietary platform
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