AMarkets and Moneta Markets face off in a comparison of offshore execution versus regulated oversight. The tension centers on regulation, exchange access, and investor protections.
Moneta Markets has the higher editorial score and is backed by top-tier regulation, unlike AMarkets.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose AMarkets if…
Choose AMarkets if you value ECN pricing, MT4/MT5 with copy trading, and a broad range of stock CFDs. You accept offshore SVG/FSA regulation, no real share ownership, and leverage up to 3000:1, which increases risk.
Choose Moneta Markets if…
Choose Moneta Markets for dual regulation by ASIC and FSCA and broader exchange access, with ECN pricing on stocks CFDs. You also gain MT4/MT5 with copy trading and a proprietary web and mobile platform experience.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
Moneta Markets leads safety and regulation with ASIC and FSCA oversight.
| Editorial score | 3.2/ 5 | 3.5/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | $100 | $50▼ lower |
| Spreads from | 0 pips | 0 pips |
| Commission / lot | $6/lot | $6/lot |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | AMarkets | Moneta Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Fail | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Fail | Fail |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Fail | Fail |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Fail | Fail |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Fail | Fail |
| Extended hours trading | Fail | Fail |
| IPO access | Fail | Fail |
| Short selling | Pass | Pass |
| Stock screener tool | Fail | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: AMarkets rates 3.2/5 and Moneta Markets rates 3.5/5. Moneta 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.
Both AMarkets and Moneta Markets start from the same spread of 0. For stock trading, also compare per-trade or per-share commissions to determine the total cost per transaction.
Moneta Markets has $50, while AMarkets requires at least $100. This makes Moneta Markets more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Moneta Markets holds top-tier regulation (FSCA, ASIC, FSA Seychelles), providing stronger investor protections. AMarkets 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.
Moneta Markets stands out for beginners: it has a lower entry point and provides negative balance protection, which caps losses at your deposited amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
AMarkets lists maximum leverage of 3000:1, while Moneta Markets lists up to 1000:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Both AMarkets and Moneta Markets charge the same commission of $6 per trade on applicable accounts. Stock commissions may be charged as a flat rate per trade or per share; confirm the exact structure on each broker's website.
AMarkets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while Moneta Markets supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. AMarkets has exclusive access to cTrader. Moneta Markets has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Neither AMarkets nor Moneta Markets is listed as offering commission-free trading in our data. Compare each broker's commission schedule directly, as fees vary by account type and the markets you trade.
AMarkets suits active traders seeking high leverage and ECN execution.
Moneta Markets attracts beginners with a lower $50 minimum deposit.
Moneta Markets provides access to five exchanges, more than AMarkets.
Moneta Markets offers stronger fees/spreads potential based on a higher Fees & Spreads score.
Equally matched; neither offers fractional shares or IPO access for long-term investing.
| 0.6 pips |
| 0.6 pips |
| Inactivity fee | None | None |
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| Deposit fee | Free | Free |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
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| Commission-free | No | No |
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| Fractional shares | No | No |
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| Dividend reinvestment | No | No |
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| Extended hours | No | No |
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| IPO access | No | No |
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| Short selling | Yes | Yes |
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| Regulators | SVGFSA | FSCA ASIC FSA Seychelles |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 |
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