ActivTrades
Admiral Markets
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Higher Rated
Admiral Markets
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In this broker comparison, we examine ActivTrades and Admiral Markets, two established players in the online trading arena. ActivTrades, based in London and regulated by the FCA and CySEC, is ideal for traders seeking a no-minimum deposit requirement and robust risk management tools through its proprietary platform. Conversely, Admiral Markets, headquartered in Tallinn, appeals to traders looking for competitive spreads starting from 0.0 pips and access to real stock and ETF investing. While both brokers offer MT4 and MT5 platforms, their differences in fees and educational resources cater to distinct trading preferences.
ActivTrades
Admiral Markets
| ActivTrades | Admiral Markets | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.6/5 | 3.8/5 ✓ |
| Min. Deposit | $0 ✓ | $100 |
| Spread from | 0.5 pips | 0 pips ✓ |
| Max Leverage | 1:400 | 1:500 ✓ |
| Regulation | FCA, CySEC | FCA, CySEC, ASIC ✓ |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web |
Admiral Markets is the better choice overall, scoring 3.8/5 vs 3.6/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Admiral Markets offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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3.6/5
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3.8/5
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Admiral Markets scores higher overall on our independent rating system. ActivTrades holds a 3.6/5 rating vs Admiral Markets's 3.8/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
ActivTrades offers spreads from 0.5 pips, while Admiral Markets starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
ActivTrades requires a minimum deposit of $0. Admiral Markets requires $100.
ActivTrades is regulated by FCA, CySEC, while Admiral Markets holds licences from FCA, CySEC, ASIC.
ActivTrades supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web. Admiral Markets supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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