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Choosing between Pepperstone and Aetos Capital depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Pepperstone is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, while Aetos Capital operates from Sydney, Australia. Pepperstone has the longer track record, established in 2010, compared to Aetos Capital which was founded in 2013. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
Pepperstone
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| Pepperstone | Aetos Capital | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 4.1/5 ✓ | 3.4/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $200 ✓ | $50 |
| Spread from | 0 pips | 0 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:500 | 1:500 |
| Regulation | ASIC, FCA, CySEC ✓ | ASIC, FCA |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, TradingView | MT4, MT5 |
Pepperstone is the better choice overall, scoring 4.1/5 vs 3.4/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Pepperstone offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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Pepperstone holds licences from ASIC, FCA, CySEC. Aetos Capital is regulated by ASIC, FCA.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Cfd, Crypto, Indices markets. Pepperstone additionally covers Stocks. Aetos Capital adds Commodities.
Pepperstone supports MT4, MT5, TradingView, Proprietary Mobile. Aetos Capital offers MT4, MT5. Both brokers are available on MT4, MT5.
Pepperstone requires a minimum deposit of $200, while Aetos Capital sets a minimum deposit of $50. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores Pepperstone at 4.12/5 and Aetos Capital at 3.43/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Pepperstone leads overall with a clear advantage.
Pepperstone
4.1/5
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Aetos Capital
3.4/5
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Pepperstone scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Pepperstone holds a 4.1/5 rating vs Aetos Capital's 3.4/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
Pepperstone offers spreads from 0 pips, while Aetos Capital starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Pepperstone requires a minimum deposit of $200. Aetos Capital requires $50.
Pepperstone is regulated by ASIC, FCA, CySEC, while Aetos Capital holds licences from ASIC, FCA.
Pepperstone supports MT4, MT5, TradingView, Proprietary Mobile. Aetos Capital supports MT4, MT5.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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