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Choosing between Deriv and Crypto.com depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Deriv is headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus, while Crypto.com operates from Singapore. Deriv has the longer track record, established in 1999, compared to Crypto.com which was founded in 2016. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
Deriv
Crypto.com
| Deriv | Crypto.com | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.8/5 ✓ | 3.3/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $0 ✓ |
| Spread from | 0.5 pips | 0.4 pips ✓ |
| Max Leverage | 1:1000 ✓ | 1:10 |
| Regulation | FCA, MAS | FCA, MAS |
| Platforms | MT5, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile | Proprietary Mobile, Proprietary Web |
Deriv is the better choice overall, scoring 3.8/5 vs 3.3/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Crypto.com offers lower spreads (0.4 pips).
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Deriv
Crypto.com
Deriv holds licences from FCA, MAS. Crypto.com is regulated by FCA, MAS.
Both brokers offer access to Crypto markets. Deriv additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Indices, Commodities.
On spreads, Crypto.com is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.4 pips, compared to 0.5 pips at Deriv.
Deriv supports MT5, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Crypto.com offers Proprietary Mobile, Proprietary Web. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Deriv requires a minimum deposit of $5, while Crypto.com sets no minimum deposit. This makes Crypto.com accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores Deriv at 3.77/5 and Crypto.com at 3.33/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Deriv leads overall with a clear advantage.
Deriv
3.8/5
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Crypto.com
3.3/5
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Deriv scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Deriv holds a 3.8/5 rating vs Crypto.com's 3.3/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
Deriv offers spreads from 0.5 pips, while Crypto.com starts at 0.4 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Deriv requires a minimum deposit of $5. Crypto.com requires $0.
Deriv is regulated by FCA, MAS, while Crypto.com holds licences from FCA, MAS.
Deriv supports MT5, Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Crypto.com supports Proprietary Mobile, 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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