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Choosing between FBS and ActivTrades depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. FBS is headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus, while ActivTrades operates from London, UK. ActivTrades has the longer track record, established in 2001, compared to FBS which was founded in 2009. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
FBS
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| FBS | ActivTrades | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.9/5 ✓ | 3.6/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $0 ✓ |
| Spread from | 0 pips ✓ | 0.5 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:3000 ✓ | 1:400 |
| Regulation | CySEC, ASIC, FSCA ✓ | FCA, CySEC |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web |
FBS is the better choice overall, scoring 3.9/5 vs 3.6/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, FBS offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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FBS holds licences from ASIC, CySEC, FSCA. ActivTrades is regulated by FCA, CySEC.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Cfd, Stocks, Indices, Commodities markets.
On spreads, FBS is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.5 pips at ActivTrades.
FBS supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile. ActivTrades offers MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web. Both brokers are available on MT4, MT5.
FBS requires a minimum deposit of $1, while ActivTrades sets no minimum deposit. This makes ActivTrades accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores FBS at 3.88/5 and ActivTrades at 3.56/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. FBS leads overall with a clear advantage.
FBS
3.9/5
Choose FBS if you want…
ActivTrades
3.6/5
Choose ActivTrades if you want…
FBS scores higher overall on our independent rating system. FBS holds a 3.9/5 rating vs ActivTrades's 3.6/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
FBS offers spreads from 0 pips, while ActivTrades starts at 0.5 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
FBS requires a minimum deposit of $1. ActivTrades requires $0.
FBS is regulated by CySEC, ASIC, FSCA, while ActivTrades holds licences from FCA, CySEC.
FBS supports MT4, MT5, 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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