This comparison pairs FP Markets and NAGA, weighing platform breadth and regulation against social copy trading. The tension lies in which strengths matter most to you.
FP Markets edges NAGA on editorial score due to stronger regulation and broader platform options.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose FP Markets if…
Choose FP Markets if you value ASIC and CySEC regulation and a broad platform lineup including MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView, and IRESS. You access 10,000+ share CFDs across platforms, with IRESS DMA incurring a monthly fee.
Choose NAGA if…
Choose NAGA if you value Autocopy social trading that allows proportional copying of Champions' equity portfolios in real time. You also benefit from no minimum deposit and share CFDs across major US, UK, and European markets under BaFin, CySEC, and FSCA regulation.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
FP Markets is regulated by ASIC and CySEC, offering strong oversight.
| Editorial score | 4.1/ 5 | 3.7/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | $100 | No minimum▼ lower |
| Spreads from | 0 pips▼ lower | 0.7 pips |
| 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 | NAGA |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Pass | Pass |
| 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 | 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 NAGA rates 3.7/5. 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 lists tighter spreads from 0, compared with NAGA's 0.7. For stock trading, also factor in any per-trade or per-share commissions — spreads and commissions together determine the true cost per trade.
NAGA has no minimum deposit, while FP Markets requires at least $100. This makes NAGA more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both FP Markets and NAGA 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 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.
FP Markets lists maximum leverage of 20:1, while NAGA lists up to 20:1. 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 NAGA 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 cTrader, IRESS, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, while NAGA supports MetaTrader 5, NAGA Trader. Both provide MetaTrader 5. FP Markets has exclusive access to cTrader and IRESS and TradingView and MetaTrader 4. NAGA has exclusive access to NAGA Trader.
Neither FP Markets nor NAGA 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.
Both FP Markets and NAGA are covered by a compensation scheme according to our data, providing an additional safety net for your stock investments. Confirm the specific scheme and coverage limit that applies to your account before depositing.
FP Markets supports MT4/MT5 and cTrader with DMA via IRESS for active traders.
NAGA offers no minimum deposit, lowering entry barriers for beginners.
FP Markets provides access to 15 exchanges, broader than NAGA's 10.
FP Markets has no platform fee for standard share CFDs.
Equally matched as neither offers fractional shares or DRIP.
| 0.6 pips |
| N/A |
| Inactivity fee | None | $10/month (after 90 days) |
|---|
| Deposit fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPOLiPayPal | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPOLi | 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 | ASIC CySEC | FSCA BaFin CySEC |
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| Platforms | cTrader IRESS MetaTrader 5 TradingView MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 NAGA Trader |
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Score 3.7 / 5
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