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Choosing between Pepperstone and Sarwa depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Pepperstone is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, while Sarwa operates from Dubai, UAE. Pepperstone has the longer track record, established in 2010, 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.
Pepperstone
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| Pepperstone | Sarwa | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 4.1/5 ✓ | 3.3/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $200 ✓ | $500 |
| Spread from | 0 pips | 0 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:500 ✓ | 1:1 |
| Regulation | ASIC, FCA, CySEC ✓ | DFSA, SEC |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, TradingView | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile |
Pepperstone is the better choice overall, scoring 4.1/5 vs 3.3/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Pepperstone offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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Lower feesPepperstone holds licences from ASIC, FCA, CySEC. Sarwa is regulated by SEC, DFSA.
Both brokers offer access to Crypto, Stocks markets. Pepperstone additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Indices. Sarwa adds Etf.
Pepperstone supports MT4, MT5, TradingView, Proprietary Mobile. Sarwa offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Mobile.
Pepperstone requires a minimum deposit of $200, while Sarwa sets a minimum deposit of $500. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores Pepperstone at 4.12/5 and Sarwa at 3.34/5, 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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Sarwa
3.3/5
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Pepperstone scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Pepperstone holds a 4.1/5 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.
Pepperstone offers spreads from 0 pips, while Sarwa starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Pepperstone requires a minimum deposit of $200. Sarwa requires $500.
Pepperstone is regulated by ASIC, FCA, CySEC, while Sarwa holds licences from DFSA, SEC.
Pepperstone supports MT4, MT5, TradingView, 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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