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Choosing between E*TRADE and ActivTrades depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. E*TRADE is headquartered in Arlington, USA, while ActivTrades operates from London, UK. E*TRADE has the longer track record, established in 1982, compared to ActivTrades which was founded in 2001. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
E*TRADE
ActivTrades
| E*TRADE | ActivTrades | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.6/5 ✓ | 3.6/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $0 |
| Spread from | 0 pips ✓ | 0.5 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:4 | 1:400 ✓ |
| Regulation | SEC, CFTC | FCA, CySEC |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web |
E*TRADE (3.6/5) and ActivTrades (3.6/5) are closely matched. E*TRADE has lower spreads; the better pick depends on your priorities.
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E*TRADE holds licences from SEC, CFTC. ActivTrades is regulated by FCA, CySEC.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks, Indices, Commodities markets. ActivTrades adds Forex, Cfd.
On spreads, E*TRADE is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.5 pips at ActivTrades.
E*TRADE supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. ActivTrades offers MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web.
E*TRADE requires no minimum deposit, while ActivTrades sets no minimum deposit. This makes E*TRADE accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores E*TRADE at 3.60/5 and ActivTrades at 3.56/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. E*TRADE leads overall with a marginal advantage.
E*TRADE
3.6/5
Choose E*TRADE if you want…
ActivTrades
3.6/5
Choose ActivTrades if you want…
E*TRADE (3.6/5) and ActivTrades (3.6/5) are closely matched on our independent rating scale. The better choice depends on your priorities — fees, regulation, platforms, or available markets. See the full comparison above.
E*TRADE offers spreads from 0 pips, while ActivTrades starts at 0.5 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
E*TRADE requires a minimum deposit of $0. ActivTrades requires $0.
E*TRADE is regulated by SEC, CFTC, while ActivTrades holds licences from FCA, CySEC.
E*TRADE supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. ActivTrades 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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