A head-to-head comparison of FxPro and Plus500 across regulation, trading costs, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Multi-platform broker with FCA and CySEC regulation, offering all four major retail platforms and transparent raw ECN pricing.
LSE-listed with zero commission, intuitive proprietary platform, and negative balance protection - though limited research and no MT4.
FxPro edges ahead with a score of 4.3/5 vs Plus500's 4/5. A narrow margin, so review the breakdown below to see where each broker has a clear advantage.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Plus500 offers tighter spreads from 0.6 pips vs 1.2 pips for FxPro, reducing trading costs.
Both brokers show an equally strong safety profile across regulation, fund protection, and client safeguards.
Both brokers offer equivalent trading costs across spreads, commissions, and account types.
FxPro offers more exclusive platform options: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, a proprietary platform.
FxPro edges out Plus500 with a higher editorial score (4.3/5 vs 4/5), indicating a stronger overall experience for new traders.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
Customer Support 10% weight | 4.0 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
| Founded | 2006 | 2008 |
| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | Haifa, Israel |
| Min deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Spreads from | 1.2 pips | 0.6 pips |
| Commission / lot | $7/lot | N/A |
| Max leverage | 500:1 | 30:1 |
| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
| Regulators | FCA FSCA CySEC | FCA ASIC CySEC CMA MAS |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 cTrader Proprietary Web/Mobile | Proprietary Web/Mobile |
| Active bonuses | ||
| Visit broker | Visit FxPro | Visit Plus500 |
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
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
LSE-listed providing strong institutional credibility
Zero commission on all trades
Intuitive proprietary platform with a clean mobile app
Negative balance protection across all accounts
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
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
No MT4 or MT5 support
Limited research tools and market analysis
US residents not accepted
No copy trading
No raw spread account option
Inactivity fee applies
No MetaTrader support
Limited charting capabilities
No phone support
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | FxPro | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Pass | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
Based on our independent editorial scoring, FxPro ranks higher with a score of 4.3/5 vs 4/5 for Plus500. The best choice still depends on your individual trading needs; FxPro and Plus500 may each suit different trader profiles.
Plus500 offers tighter spreads starting from 0.6 pips, compared to FxPro's spreads from 1.2 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, particularly valuable for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Both FxPro and Plus500 require a minimum deposit of $100 to open a live trading account.
Both FxPro and Plus500 hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Both are considered safe. Check each broker's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners: both brokers offer negative balance protection. Also weigh up educational resources and customer support quality before deciding.
FxPro offers maximum leverage of 500:1, while Plus500 offers up to 30:1. Available leverage varies by account type, instrument, and jurisdiction. Higher leverage amplifies both potential profits and losses. Always use appropriate risk management.
FxPro charges $7 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for the other broker are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
FxPro supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, Proprietary Web/Mobile and Plus500 offers Proprietary Web/Mobile; both support Proprietary Web/Mobile; FxPro exclusively offers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader.
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