ActivTrades vs InstaForex 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
InstaForex has the higher TFB Score (85/100 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.
InstaForex operates a BVI-licensed global entity and a CySEC-regulated EU entity (Instant Trading EU Ltd), offering MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5.
77.95% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
Side by side
| Item | ActivTrades | InstaForex |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 78/100 | 85/100▲ |
| 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 | 23/25▲All-in cost from 0.00 pips, no commission |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 20/20▲Minimum deposit No minimum deposit (USD 250 in certain jurisdictions), 6 deposit methods, 6 withdrawal methods | 19/20Minimum deposit 1 USD (Insta.Standard, global InstaFinance Ltd; 1 EUR/USD/GBP at Instant Trading EU Ltd), 6 deposit methods, 6 withdrawal methods |
| Platforms & trading | 16/20▲MT4, MT5, TradingView | 15/20MT4, MT5; leverage up to 1:30 for EU retail clients (Instant Trading EU Ltd; global InstaFinance Ltd site shows up to 1:5000) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | FCA | CySEC, BVI FSC |
| Minimum deposit | No minimum deposit (USD 250 in certain jurisdictions) | 1 USD (Insta.Standard, global InstaFinance Ltd; 1 EUR/USD/GBP at Instant Trading EU Ltd) |
| Spreads from | 0.5 pips (forex CFDs) | 0 pips (Insta.Raw, with a fixed 0.5 USD commission; global entity) |
| Commission | Does not charge commissions on most of the products offered (including forex, indices and commodities) | Fixed commission of 0.5 USD on Insta.Raw (Insta.Standard and Insta.Pro: no commission; EU ECN accounts from $2.5 per 100k traded) |
| Max leverage | Not published | 1:30 for EU retail clients (Instant Trading EU Ltd; global InstaFinance Ltd site shows up to 1:5000) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfer, Visa, Mastercard, Neteller, Skrill, Crypto | Visa, Mastercard, Neteller, Skrill, SEPA (bank transfer), SWIFT (bank transfer) |
| Retail accounts losing money | 69% | 77.95% |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: ActivTrades review · InstaForex review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is ActivTrades or InstaForex better?
InstaForex has the higher TFB Score (85/100 vs 78/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are ActivTrades and InstaForex regulated?
ActivTrades: FCA. InstaForex: CySEC, BVI FSC. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, ActivTrades or InstaForex?
ActivTrades holds 1 tier-1 licence (FCA); InstaForex 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 InstaForex?
ActivTrades: No minimum deposit (USD 250 in certain jurisdictions). InstaForex: 1 USD (Insta.Standard, global InstaFinance Ltd; 1 EUR/USD/GBP at Instant Trading EU Ltd).
Which has tighter spreads, ActivTrades or InstaForex?
Published spreads start from 0.5 pips (forex CFDs) at ActivTrades and 0 pips (Insta.Raw, with a fixed 0.5 USD commission; global entity) at InstaForex; commission: ActivTrades Does not charge commissions on most of the products offered (including forex, indices and commodities), InstaForex Fixed commission of 0.5 USD on Insta.Raw (Insta.Standard and Insta.Pro: no commission; EU ECN accounts from $2.5 per 100k traded).
Do ActivTrades and InstaForex offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. ActivTrades: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, ActivTrader, TradingView. InstaForex: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, WebTrader, MultiTerminal.
How many retail accounts lose money at ActivTrades and InstaForex?
ActivTrades states 69% and InstaForex states 77.95% 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