ActivTrades vs FBS 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
FBS has the higher TFB Score (79/100 vs 78/100).
ActivTrades is a multi-entity CFD broker trading since 2001 whose UK entity ActivTrades PLC is FCA-regulated, offering MT4, MT5, ActivTrader and TradingView, with no minimum deposit in most jurisdictions.
69% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
FBS is a forex and CFD broker operated by FBS Markets Inc. under the Financial Services Commission of Belize, offering MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 and the FBS app with a $5 minimum deposit.
66.43% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
Side by side
| Item | ActivTrades | FBS |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 78/100 | 79/100▲ |
| Regulation & safety | 28/351 tier-1 regulator (FCA), investor compensation | 28/351 tier-1 regulator (CySEC), investor compensation |
| Fees & costs | 14/25Spreads from 0.5 pips; commission not published | 21/25▲All-in cost from 0.70 pips, no commission |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 20/20▲Minimum deposit No minimum deposit (USD 250 in certain jurisdictions), 6 deposit methods, 6 withdrawal methods | 17/20Minimum deposit $5, 4 deposit methods, 4 withdrawal methods |
| Platforms & trading | 16/20▲MT4, MT5, TradingView | 13/20MT4, MT5; leverage up to 1:3000 on forex (FBS Markets Inc., Belize) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | FCA | FSC (Belize), CySEC |
| Minimum deposit | No minimum deposit (USD 250 in certain jurisdictions) | $5 |
| Spreads from | 0.5 pips (forex CFDs) | 0.7 pips (floating; no commission) |
| Commission | Does not charge commissions on most of the products offered (including forex, indices and commodities) | No commission to open or close positions |
| Max leverage | Not published | 1:3000 on forex (FBS Markets Inc., Belize) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfer, Visa, Mastercard, Neteller, Skrill, Crypto | Bank transfers, Credit/debit cards, Skrill, Neteller |
| Retail accounts losing money | 69% | 66.43% |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: ActivTrades review · FBS review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is ActivTrades or FBS better?
FBS has the higher TFB Score (79/100 vs 78/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are ActivTrades and FBS regulated?
ActivTrades: FCA. FBS: FSC (Belize), CySEC. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, ActivTrades or FBS?
ActivTrades holds 1 tier-1 licence (FCA); FBS holds 1 (CySEC). Tier-1 regulators have the strictest rules on client money. Your protection depends on which company opens your account.
What is the minimum deposit at ActivTrades and FBS?
ActivTrades: No minimum deposit (USD 250 in certain jurisdictions). FBS: $5.
Which has tighter spreads, ActivTrades or FBS?
Published spreads start from 0.5 pips (forex CFDs) at ActivTrades and 0.7 pips (floating; no commission) at FBS; commission: ActivTrades Does not charge commissions on most of the products offered (including forex, indices and commodities), FBS No commission to open or close positions.
Do ActivTrades and FBS offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. ActivTrades: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, ActivTrader, TradingView. FBS: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, FBS app.
How many retail accounts lose money at ActivTrades and FBS?
ActivTrades states 69% and FBS states 66.43% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with them.
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Forex trading at these brokers is done through CFDs (contracts for difference): you trade on the price moving up or down, without owning the currency itself.Risk warning: CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Read the full risk warning