In this showdown, Pepperstone and Spreadex clash over regulation breadth, pricing models, and platform choices. The contrast highlights where traders may gain or lose.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose Pepperstone if you want broad regulation and ECN pricing with MT4/MT5, cTrader, and TradingView.
Choose if…
Choose Spreadex if you want UK-only spread betting with a proprietary platform and TradingView integration.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.7/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.8 / 5▲ | 4.5 / 5 |
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
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Pepperstone | 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 | Pass | 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 | Fail | 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 |
Pepperstone rates 4.7/5 versus 4/5 for Spreadex. Pepperstone edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
Pepperstone starts from 0 pips, tighter than Spreadex's 0.6 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Neither Pepperstone nor Spreadex requires a minimum deposit, making both accessible regardless of starting capital.
Both Pepperstone 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, both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each broker's site before deciding.
Pepperstone lists maximum leverage of 500:1, 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.
Pepperstone charges $7 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for Spreadex are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Pepperstone supports IRESS, cTrader, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, while Spreadex supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, TradingView. Both provide TradingView. Pepperstone has exclusive access to IRESS and cTrader and MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Spreadex has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Pepperstone offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.60 pips for Spreadex, reducing trading costs.
Pepperstone wins for safety and regulation with FCA, ASIC, CySEC, BaFin, FMA and DFSA licenses.
Pepperstone wins for active traders due to ECN pricing, MT4/MT5, and multiple platforms.
Pepperstone is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
Pepperstone wins for platform choice with MT4/MT5, cTrader, TradingView and IRESS.
Pepperstone is best for beginners due to strong regulation and clear pricing.
Spreadex wins for instrument variety with about 10,000 markets.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.8 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.6 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.6 / 5▲ | 4.1 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2010 | 1999 |
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| Headquarters | Melbourne, Australia | St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom |
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| Min Deposit | No minimum | No minimum |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips▼ lower | 0.6 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $7/lot | N/A |
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| 0.7 pips | N/A |
| Max Leverage | 500:1▲ higher | 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 cardPayPalSkrill | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardPayPalSkrill | Bank transferCredit card |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC CySEC FCA DFSA BaFin FMA | FCA |
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| Platforms | IRESS cTrader MetaTrader 5 TradingView MetaTrader 4 | Proprietary Web/Mobile TradingView |
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| Active bonuses |
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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-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
Not available to US residents
No proprietary platform
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
Pepperstone wins overall thanks to broader regulation and transparent pricing, versus Spreadex.
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