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Choosing between Libertex and ActivTrades depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Libertex is headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus, while ActivTrades operates from London, UK. Libertex has the longer track record, established in 1997, 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.
Libertex
ActivTrades
| Libertex | ActivTrades | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.7/5 ✓ | 3.6/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $10 | $0 ✓ |
| Spread from | 0 pips ✓ | 0.5 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:999 ✓ | 1:400 |
| Regulation | CySEC | FCA, CySEC ✓ |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4 | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web |
Libertex is the better choice overall, scoring 3.7/5 vs 3.6/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Libertex offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowLibertex
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Libertex holds licences from CySEC. ActivTrades is regulated by FCA, CySEC.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Cfd, Stocks, Indices, Commodities markets.
On spreads, Libertex is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.5 pips at ActivTrades.
Libertex supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4, MT5. ActivTrades offers MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, MT4, MT5.
Libertex requires a minimum deposit of $10, while ActivTrades sets no minimum deposit. This makes ActivTrades accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores Libertex at 3.69/5 and ActivTrades at 3.56/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Libertex leads overall with a clear advantage.
Libertex
3.7/5
Choose Libertex if you want…
ActivTrades
3.6/5
Choose ActivTrades if you want…
Libertex scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Libertex holds a 3.7/5 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.
Libertex offers spreads from 0 pips, while ActivTrades starts at 0.5 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Libertex requires a minimum deposit of $10. ActivTrades requires $0.
Libertex is regulated by CySEC, while ActivTrades holds licences from FCA, CySEC.
Libertex supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4, MT5. 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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