Two brokers face off on regulation, pricing, and product breadth. The tension lies in trust, cost, and platform choices across regions.
GO Markets outpaces TPFx on the editorial score, supported by ASIC regulation and a broader instrument suite. The overall gap is 0.3 points.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose GO Markets if…
Choose GO Markets if you want ASIC regulation and a broad 350-instrument offering. You also access three platforms with advanced charting and multilingual support.
Choose TPFx if…
Choose TPFx if you are an Indonesian resident seeking BAPPEBTI and OJK licensing. You trade MT5 and a proprietary platform with IDR funding.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
GO Markets offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 1.50 pips for TPFx, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.0/ 5 | 3.7/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.0 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
Pros
True ECN execution with three platform options
ASIC-regulated with a clean Australian track record since 2006
Competitive $5 round-turn ECN commission
Good for Australia and Asia-Pacific timezone traders
Client funds held in segregated accounts
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | GO Markets | TPFx |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Fail |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Pass | Fail |
| 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 | Fail | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Fail |
The scores are close: GO Markets rates 4/5 and TPFx rates 3.7/5. GO Markets 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.
GO Markets starts from 0 pips, tighter than TPFx's 1.5 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
TPFx has $60, while GO Markets requires at least $200. This makes TPFx more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
GO Markets holds top-tier regulation (ASIC, CySEC, FSC), providing stronger investor protections. TPFx may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Verify regulatory status on each regulator's public register before depositing funds.
For beginners, two factors stand out: TPFx requires a lower minimum deposit ($60), lowering the barrier to entry, and GO Markets provides negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
GO Markets lists maximum leverage of 500:1, while TPFx lists up to 100:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
GO Markets charges $5 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for TPFx are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
GO Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while TPFx supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile. Both provide MetaTrader 5. GO Markets has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 4. TPFx has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
GO Markets wins for safety and regulation with ASIC oversight and segregated funds.
GO Markets wins for active traders with ECN pricing, $5/lot commission, and 500:1 leverage.
GO Markets is better suited for scalpers: tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
GO Markets wins for platform choice with MT4, MT5, and cTrader.
GO Markets is best for beginners due to negative balance protection and multilingual support.
GO Markets offers 350 instruments, far more than TPFx's 50.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 3.9 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.8 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2006 | 2010 |
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| Headquarters | Melbourne, Australia | Jakarta, Indonesia |
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| Min Deposit | $200 | $60▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips▼ lower | 1.5 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $5/lot | N/A |
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| 0.5 pips | N/A |
| Max Leverage | 500:1▲ higher | 100:1 |
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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 cardSkrillNetellerPayPal | 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 CySEC FSC | BAPPEBTI OJK |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile |
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| Active bonuses |
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Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
Raw spread account available
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
BAPPEBTI-licensed and OJK-registered, full Indonesian regulatory compliance
OJK registration no. S-130/PM.02/2025 is publicly verifiable
Supports MetaTrader 5 alongside proprietary platform
Local Indonesian bank transfer funding with IDR accounts
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
Mobile trading app available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Cons
$200 minimum deposit is higher than many ECN peers
Less brand recognition outside Australia and Asia-Pacific
CySEC entity is offshore for non-AU clients
No proprietary platform
Cons
Only available to Indonesian residents, no international clients
Higher minimum deposit than some domestic peers
Narrow product range limited to forex and commodity futures
No top-tier regulatory licence
No negative balance protection
No investor compensation scheme
Limited charting capabilities
Support available in limited languages
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Score 3.7 / 5
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