ActivTrades
CMC Markets
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Higher Rated
CMC Markets
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In this broker comparison, we evaluate ActivTrades and CMC Markets, two prominent players in the financial trading sector. ActivTrades, with its strong regulatory oversight from the FCA and CySEC, appeals to traders seeking robust risk management tools and a versatile platform offering, including MT4 and MT5. In contrast, CMC Markets offers a broader range of instruments with over 10,000 options and an award-winning Next Generation platform, making it ideal for traders who prioritise a comprehensive trading environment. The key difference lies in their market offerings and platform choices, catering to different trader preferences and strategies.
ActivTrades
CMC Markets
| ActivTrades | CMC Markets | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.6/5 | 4.0/5 ✓ |
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $0 |
| Spread from | 0.5 pips ✓ | 0.7 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:400 | 1:500 ✓ |
| Regulation | FCA, CySEC | FCA, ASIC, MAS ✓ |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4 |
CMC Markets is the better choice overall, scoring 4.0/5 vs 3.6/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, ActivTrades offers lower spreads (0.5 pips).
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ActivTrades
3.6/5
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CMC Markets
4.0/5
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CMC Markets scores higher overall on our independent rating system. ActivTrades holds a 3.6/5 rating vs CMC Markets's 4.0/5. 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 CMC Markets starts at 0.7 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
ActivTrades requires a minimum deposit of $0. CMC Markets requires $0.
ActivTrades is regulated by FCA, CySEC, while CMC Markets holds licences from FCA, ASIC, MAS.
ActivTrades supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web. CMC Markets supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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