Plus500 and TMGM square off on regulation, platform approach, and market access, creating a tension between ease of use and direct access.
TMGM provides phone support and advanced charting that Plus500 does not, while Plus500 offers a compensation scheme and access to more exchanges; overall they remain closely matched.
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Plus500 benefits from FCA/ASIC/MAS regulation and a compensation scheme.
| Editorial score | 3.6/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Spreads from | 0.6 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
| Commission / lot | N/A | $7/lot |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Plus500 | TMGM |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 | Fail | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Fail | Pass |
The scores are close: Plus500 rates 3.6/5 and TMGM rates 3.8/5. TMGM 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.
TMGM lists tighter spreads from 0, compared with Plus500's 0.6. For stock trading, also factor in any per-trade or per-share commissions — spreads and commissions together determine the true cost per trade.
Both Plus500 and TMGM require a minimum deposit of $100 to open a live trading account.
Both Plus500 and TMGM 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.
Plus500 lists maximum leverage of 20:1, while TMGM 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.
TMGM charges $7 per trade on commission-based accounts. Commission details for Plus500 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.
Plus500 supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, while TMGM supports IRESS, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Plus500 has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile. TMGM has exclusive access to IRESS and MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4.
Neither Plus500 nor TMGM 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.
Plus500 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.
TMGM wins for active traders with DMA access and advanced charting.
Plus500 offers a beginner-friendly WebTrader on a regulated platform.
Plus500 offers broader exchange coverage with 18 exchanges.
Equally matched; no clearly superior cost advantage is evident from the data.
TMGM wins for long-term investors seeking real equities via IRESS DMA.
| N/A |
| 0.7 pips |
| Inactivity fee | $10/month (after 3 months) | None |
|---|
| Deposit fee | Free | Free |
|---|
| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardPayPalSkrillApple Pay | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardCrypto |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardPayPalSkrill | Bank transferCredit cardCrypto |
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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 | FCA MAS ASIC CySEC CMA | ASIC VFSC |
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| Platforms | Proprietary Web/Mobile | IRESS MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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