Spreads compared (typical)
| Broker | EUR/USD | GBP/USD | Gold |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vantage | 0.0 pips (Raw ECN) | 0.1 pips | 0.08 pips |
| IC Markets | 0.0 pips (Raw) | 0.1 pips | 0.10 pips |
| Pepperstone | 0.1 pips (Razor) | 0.2 pips | 0.12 pips |
| IG | 0.6 pips | 0.9 pips | 0.30 pips |
| XTB | 0.5 pips | 0.8 pips | 0.28 pips |
| eToro | 1.0 pips | 1.5 pips | 0.45 pips |
| FxPro | 0.3 pips (Raw+) | 0.4 pips | 0.20 pips |
| OANDA | 0.6 pips | 0.9 pips | 0.35 pips |
| CMC Markets | 0.5 pips | 0.9 pips | 0.30 pips |
| Exness | 0.0 pips (Raw Spread) | 0.1 pips | 0.16 pips |
Commissions and fees
| Broker | Commission |
|---|---|
| Vantage | $3 per side per lot (Raw ECN) |
| IC Markets | $3.50 per side per lot (Raw) |
| Pepperstone | $3.50 per side per lot (Razor) |
| IG | Spread-only on forex |
| XTB | Spread-only on forex |
| eToro | Spread-only, $5 withdrawal fee |
| FxPro | $3.50 per side per lot (Raw+) |
| OANDA | Spread-only (core pricing available) |
| CMC Markets | Spread-only on forex |
| Exness | From $3.50 per side per lot (Raw Spread/Zero) |
Minimum deposit and leverage
| Broker | Min deposit | Max leverage |
|---|---|---|
| Vantage | $50 | 1:30 (FCA retail) / up to 1:500 offshore |
| IC Markets | $200 | 1:30 (CySEC retail) / up to 1:500 offshore |
| Pepperstone | No minimum (£/$200 suggested) | 1:30 (FCA retail) |
| IG | £250 (card £1) | 1:30 (FCA retail) |
| XTB | No minimum | 1:30 (FCA retail) |
| eToro | $50 | 1:30 (FCA retail) |
| FxPro | $100 | 1:30 (FCA retail) |
| OANDA | No minimum | 1:30 (FCA retail) |
| CMC Markets | No minimum | 1:30 (FCA retail) |
| Exness | $10 | 1:30 (FCA/CySEC retail) / up to 1:2000 offshore |
Regulation
| Broker | Regulators |
|---|---|
| Vantage | FCA (UK entity), ASIC, VFSC, CIMA |
| IC Markets | ASIC, CySEC, FSA (Seychelles) |
| Pepperstone | FCA, ASIC, CySEC, DFSA, BaFin |
| IG | FCA, ASIC, BaFin, MAS, CFTC |
| XTB | FCA, KNF, CySEC, IFSC |
| eToro | FCA, CySEC, ASIC |
| FxPro | FCA, CySEC, FSCA, SCB |
| OANDA | FCA, ASIC, CFTC/NFA, MAS |
| CMC Markets | FCA, ASIC, BaFin, MAS |
| Exness | FCA, CySEC, FSCA, FSA (Seychelles) |
Platforms and withdrawals
| Broker | Platforms | Withdrawals |
|---|---|---|
| Vantage | MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView, Vantage App | Same day to 24 hours (card, bank, e-wallet) |
| IC Markets | MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView | 1-2 business days |
| Pepperstone | MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView | 1-3 business days |
| IG | IG Web, MT4, ProRealTime, L2 Dealer | 1-3 business days |
| XTB | xStation 5, xStation Mobile | Same day to 2 business days |
| eToro | eToro Web, eToro App | 1-2 business days |
| FxPro | MT4, MT5, cTrader, FxPro Edge | 1-3 business days |
| OANDA | MT4, MT5, TradingView, OANDA Trade | 1-2 business days |
| CMC Markets | Next Generation, MT4, TradingView | 1-3 business days |
| Exness | MT4, MT5, Exness Terminal, Exness App | Instant to 24 hours (automated processing) |
Verdict for traders in India
Vantage combines 0.0-pip Raw ECN spreads, $3 per side commission and a $50 minimum deposit — among the lowest all-in costs in this table.
_Trading CFDs carries risk. Figures are indicative — always check live pricing. Leverage and protections depend on your country and the entity you are onboarded to._