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Plus500
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Choosing between Plus500 and Admiral Markets depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Plus500 is headquartered in Haifa, Israel, while Admiral Markets operates from Tallinn, Estonia. Admiral Markets has the longer track record, established in 2001, compared to Plus500 which was founded in 2008. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
Plus500
Admiral Markets
| Plus500 | Admiral Markets | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 4.0/5 ✓ | 3.8/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Spread from | 0.6 pips | 0 pips ✓ |
| Max Leverage | 1:300 | 1:500 ✓ |
| Regulation | FCA, CySEC, ASIC ✓ | FCA, CySEC, ASIC |
| Platforms | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web |
Plus500 is the better choice overall, scoring 4.0/5 vs 3.8/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Admiral Markets offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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Plus500
Admiral Markets
Plus500 holds licences from FCA, ASIC, MAS. Admiral Markets is regulated by FCA, ASIC, CySEC.
Both brokers offer access to Cfd, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities markets.
On spreads, Admiral Markets is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.6 pips at Plus500.
Plus500 supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Admiral Markets offers MT4, MT5, Proprietary Web. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web.
Plus500 requires a minimum deposit of $100, while Admiral Markets sets a minimum deposit of $100. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores Plus500 at 3.98/5 and Admiral Markets at 3.77/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Plus500 leads overall with a clear advantage.
Plus500
4.0/5
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Admiral Markets
3.8/5
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Plus500 scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Plus500 holds a 4.0/5 rating vs Admiral Markets's 3.8/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
Plus500 offers spreads from 0.6 pips, while Admiral Markets starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Plus500 requires a minimum deposit of $100. Admiral Markets requires $100.
Plus500 is regulated by FCA, CySEC, ASIC, MAS, while Admiral Markets holds licences from FCA, CySEC, ASIC.
Plus500 supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Admiral Markets 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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