Two regulated brokers collide over platform depth and pricing approach. The tension centers on MT4/MT5 availability and fee structures.
NAGA offers MT4/MT5 and advanced charting that Plus500 lacks. Both remain closely matched on most criteria.
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Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Plus500 offers tighter spreads from 0.60 pips vs 0.70 pips for NAGA, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.0/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
Pros
BaFin and CySEC regulated, strong EU regulatory stack
NAGA Trader: purpose-built social trading with ranked auto-copy
950+ CFD instruments across multiple asset classes
MT5 available alongside proprietary platform
Client funds held in segregated accounts
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | NAGA | 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 | Fail | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Fail | 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 | Fail | Fail |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
NAGA and Plus500 share the same editorial score of 4/5. One concrete differentiator: NAGA requires a lower minimum deposit.
Plus500 starts from 0.6 pips, tighter than NAGA's 0.7 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
NAGA has $50, while Plus500 requires at least $100. This makes NAGA more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both NAGA and Plus500 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: NAGA requires a lower minimum deposit ($50), lowering the barrier to entry, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
NAGA lists maximum leverage of 400:1, while Plus500 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.
NAGA supports MetaTrader 5, NAGA Trader, while Plus500 supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. NAGA has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and NAGA Trader. Plus500 has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Plus500 wins for safety & regulation, with FCA/ASIC oversight and segregated client funds.
NAGA wins due to MT4/MT5 access, advanced charting, and social trading features.
Plus500 is better suited for scalpers: tighter spreads from 0.60 pips.
NAGA wins with MT4/MT5 plus its proprietary NAGA Trader platform.
Plus500 wins for simplicity, zero commissions, and a streamlined platform.
Plus500 wins with around 2,000 instruments versus NAGA's 950.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 3.8 / 5 | 4.0 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.7 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.0 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2015 | 2008 |
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| Headquarters | Hamburg, Germany | Haifa, Israel |
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| Min Deposit | $50▼ lower | $100 |
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| Spreads From | 0.7 pips | 0.6 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | N/A |
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| Max Leverage | 400:1▲ higher | 30:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | $10/month (after 90 days) | $10/month (after 3 months) |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardPayPalSkrillApple Pay |
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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 | FSCA BaFin CySEC | FCA ASIC MAS CySEC CMA |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 NAGA Trader | Proprietary Web/Mobile |
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| Active bonuses |
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Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
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
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
Inactivity fee triggers after just 90 days
Spreads not competitive with ECN brokers
Copy trading performance dependent on community quality
No raw spread account option
No phone support
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
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Score 4 / 5
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