Two brokers square off over stock access and trading platforms. FP Markets stresses DMA access and strong regulation; Moomoo emphasizes cost transparency and free data.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose if…
Choose FP Markets if you want IRESS DMA access to 15 exchanges and strong regulation.
Choose if…
Choose Moomoo if you want commission-free stock trading and free Level II data across US, HK, and SG markets.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.1/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | $100 | N/A |
| Spreads from | 0 pips | N/A |
| Commission / lot | $6/lot | N/A |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | FP Markets | Moomoo |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Fail |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Pass | Fail |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Fail | Pass |
| No deposit fee | — | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Fail | Pass |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Fail | Fail |
| Extended hours trading | Fail | Pass |
| IPO access | Fail | Pass |
| Short selling | Pass | Pass |
| Stock screener tool | Pass | Pass |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
The scores are close: FP Markets rates 4.1/5 and Moomoo rates 4/5. FP 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.
FP Markets starts from 0. Current spread data is not available for Moomoo. Check both brokers' websites for up-to-date spread and commission pricing.
FP Markets requires $100. Minimum deposit information is not currently available for Moomoo.
Both FP Markets and Moomoo 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, FP Markets provides negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each broker's site before deciding.
FP Markets lists maximum leverage of 20:1, while Moomoo lists up to 1:4. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
FP Markets charges $6 per trade on commission-based accounts. Commission details for Moomoo are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing. Stock commissions may be charged as a flat rate per trade or per share; confirm the exact structure on each broker's website.
FP Markets supports IRESS, TradingView, cTrader, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, while Moomoo supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. FP Markets has exclusive access to IRESS and TradingView and cTrader and MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. Moomoo has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Moomoo offers commission-free stock trading while FP Markets does not according to our data. Commission-free trading can reduce costs for frequent traders. Always confirm the current fee structure directly on each broker's website.
FP Markets scores higher on investor protection criteria, with compensation scheme coverage and segregated client funds. For stock investors, confirming compensation scheme coverage ensures your assets are protected up to a defined limit if the broker becomes insolvent.
Moomoo wins for low cost trading due to commission-free stock trading.
Moomoo wins safety & regulation with SEC, FINRA, SFC, MAS, and ASIC oversight.
Moomoo wins long-term investing with fractional shares.
FP Markets suits active traders with IRESS DMA access to 15 exchanges.
Moomoo wins beginners with paper trading and no account minimum.
FP Markets provides broader global access with 15 exchanges.
| 0.6 pips |
| N/A |
| Inactivity fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPOLiPayPal | Bank transferACHWire transferCheque |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPOLi | Bank transferACHWire transfer |
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| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
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| Commission-free | No | Yes |
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| Fractional shares | No | Yes |
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| Dividend reinvestment | No | No |
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| Extended hours | No | Yes |
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| IPO access | No | Yes |
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| Short selling | Yes | Yes |
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| Regulators | CySEC ASIC | MAS SFC ASIC SEC FINRA |
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| Platforms | IRESS TradingView cTrader MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 | Proprietary Web/Mobile |
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| Active bonuses | None | 2 offers |
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FP Markets and Moomoo are closely matched, but Moomoo's commission-free stock trading marks the clearest differentiator.
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