ActivTrades vs Moneta Markets 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
Here is how ActivTrades and Moneta Markets compare on regulation, costs and platforms.
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.
Moneta Markets is a CFD broker with Direct STP, Prime ECN and Ultra ECN accounts on PRO Trader, MT4, MT5 and AppTrader; its UK arm is FCA-authorised, other clients are served through FSCA (South Africa), FSC (Mauritius) and Saint Lucia-registered entities.
Side by side
| Item | ActivTrades | Moneta Markets |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 78/100 | 78/100 |
| Regulation & safety | 28/351 tier-1 regulator (FCA), investor compensation | 28/351 tier-1 regulator (FCA), investor compensation |
| Fees & costs | 14/25Spreads from 0.5 pips; commission not published | 21/25▲All-in cost from 0.60 pips |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 20/20▲Minimum deposit No minimum deposit (USD 250 in certain jurisdictions), 6 deposit methods, 6 withdrawal methods | 13/20Minimum deposit $50 (Direct STP and Prime ECN; Ultra ECN $20,000), 5 deposit methods, 1 withdrawal method |
| Platforms & trading | 16/20MT4, MT5, TradingView | 16/20MT4, MT5; leverage up to 1000:1 on FX, indices and precious metals (international entities, not the FCA entity) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | FCA | FCA, FSCA, FSC Mauritius |
| Minimum deposit | No minimum deposit (USD 250 in certain jurisdictions) | $50 (Direct STP and Prime ECN; Ultra ECN $20,000) |
| Spreads from | 0.5 pips (forex CFDs) | 0.0 pips (Prime ECN and Ultra ECN) |
| Commission | Does not charge commissions on most of the products offered (including forex, indices and commodities) | $3 per lot per side (Prime ECN); $1 per lot per side (Ultra ECN) |
| Max leverage | Not published | Up to 1000:1 on FX, indices and precious metals (international entities, not the FCA entity) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfer, Visa, Mastercard, Neteller, Skrill, Crypto | Same method and account details as the deposit |
| Retail accounts losing money | 69% | Not published |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: ActivTrades review · Moneta Markets review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Are ActivTrades and Moneta Markets regulated?
ActivTrades: FCA. Moneta Markets: FCA, FSCA, FSC Mauritius. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, ActivTrades or Moneta Markets?
ActivTrades holds 1 tier-1 licence (FCA); Moneta Markets holds 1 (FCA). 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 Moneta Markets?
ActivTrades: No minimum deposit (USD 250 in certain jurisdictions). Moneta Markets: $50 (Direct STP and Prime ECN; Ultra ECN $20,000).
Which has tighter spreads, ActivTrades or Moneta Markets?
Published spreads start from 0.5 pips (forex CFDs) at ActivTrades and 0.0 pips (Prime ECN and Ultra ECN) at Moneta Markets; commission: ActivTrades Does not charge commissions on most of the products offered (including forex, indices and commodities), Moneta Markets $3 per lot per side (Prime ECN); $1 per lot per side (Ultra ECN).
Do ActivTrades and Moneta Markets offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. ActivTrades: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, ActivTrader, TradingView. Moneta Markets: PRO Trader, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, AppTrader.
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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