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Choosing between InstaForex and Sarwa depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. InstaForex is headquartered in Kaliningrad, Russia, while Sarwa operates from Dubai, UAE. InstaForex has the longer track record, established in 2007, compared to Sarwa which was founded in 2017. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
InstaForex
Sarwa
| InstaForex | Sarwa | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.6/5 ✓ | 3.3/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $1 ✓ | $500 |
| Spread from | 0 pips | 0 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:1000 ✓ | 1:1 |
| Regulation | CySEC, FSA | DFSA, SEC |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile |
InstaForex is the better choice overall, scoring 3.6/5 vs 3.3/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, InstaForex offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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InstaForex holds licences from CySEC, FSA. Sarwa is regulated by SEC, DFSA.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks markets. InstaForex additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Indices, Commodities. Sarwa adds Etf, Crypto.
InstaForex supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile. Sarwa offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Mobile.
InstaForex requires a minimum deposit of $1, while Sarwa sets a minimum deposit of $500. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores InstaForex at 3.59/5 and Sarwa at 3.34/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. InstaForex leads overall with a clear advantage.
InstaForex
3.6/5
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3.3/5
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InstaForex scores higher overall on our independent rating system. InstaForex holds a 3.6/5 rating vs Sarwa's 3.3/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
InstaForex offers spreads from 0 pips, while Sarwa starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
InstaForex requires a minimum deposit of $1. Sarwa requires $500.
InstaForex is regulated by CySEC, FSA, while Sarwa holds licences from DFSA, SEC.
InstaForex supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile. Sarwa supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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