Two brokers share strong regulation and broad market access, but they pull in different directions on platforms and support. The outcome hinges on what traders value most.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose Markets.com if you want MT4/MT5 access. You also get 24/5 live chat support.
Choose if…
Choose Spreadex if you want TradingView integration for browser-based charting and order execution. You also access a larger instrument pool.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.0/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
Pros
CySEC, FCA, ASIC, and FSCA four-jurisdiction regulation
$25 minimum deposit - lowest among brokers with this regulatory stack
2,200+ instruments including shares CFDs
FSCS protection (UK) and ICF compensation (EU)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Markets.com | Spreadex |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fail | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Fail |
| Proprietary platform | Pass | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Fail |
Markets.com and Spreadex share the same editorial score of 4/5. One concrete differentiator: Spreadex requires a lower minimum deposit.
Both Markets.com and Spreadex start from 0.6 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
Spreadex has no minimum deposit, while Markets.com requires at least $25. This makes Spreadex more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Markets.com and Spreadex 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: Spreadex 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.
Markets.com lists maximum leverage of 30:1, while Spreadex 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.
Markets.com supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while Spreadex supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, TradingView. Both provide Proprietary Web/Mobile. Markets.com has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Spreadex has exclusive access to TradingView.
Both brokers offer spreads from 0.60 pips.
Markets.com is best for safety & regulation, holding four regulators and segregated client funds.
Markets.com wins for active traders, offering MT4/MT5 and advanced charting tools.
Spreadex is best for platform choice because of TradingView integration.
Markets.com is best for beginners due to low $25 minimum and strong protections.
Spreadex leads for instrument variety with about 10,000 markets.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.1 / 5 | 4.2 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.0 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.1 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2009 | 1999 |
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| Headquarters | Limassol, Cyprus | St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom |
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| Min Deposit | $25 | No minimum▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0.6 pips | 0.6 pips |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | N/A |
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| Max Leverage | 30:1 | 30:1 |
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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 card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit card |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC CySEC FCA FSCA | FCA |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | Proprietary Web/Mobile TradingView |
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| Active bonuses |
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Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Proprietary trading platform available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Pros
FCA-regulated (190941) UK spread betting on 10,000+ financial markets
TradingView integration for browser-based charting and order execution
UK capital gains tax-free profits on spread bets under current HMRC rules
Unique dual financial and sports spread betting from one FCA account
No minimum deposit and no commission on spread bets
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
Mobile trading app available
Proprietary trading platform available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
Phone support available
Cons
Spread-only pricing, no raw ECN account
Research tools limited, no analyst reports or stock screener
Not available to US clients
Platform analytical depth below Saxo or IG
Cons
UK residents only - no international client access
No MT4 or MT5 available
Research tools minimal
Not suitable for traders who need raw ECN execution
No raw spread account option
No MetaTrader support
No 24/5 live chat
Support available in limited languages
Markets.com and Spreadex are closely matched overall, with instrument variety acting as the clearest differentiator. Spreadex offers around 10,000 instruments versus Markets.com's 2,200.
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