ActivTrades vs OANDA 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
ActivTrades has the higher TFB Score (78/100 vs 76/100).
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.
OANDA serves UK clients through OANDA Europe Limited (FCA 542574) with spread-only pricing from 0.6 pips on EUR/USD, no minimum deposit, and the OANDA web and mobile platforms, MT4, MT5 and TradingView.
76.6% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
Side by side
| Item | ActivTrades | OANDA |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 78/100▲ | 76/100 |
| 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 | 14/25Spreads from 0.6 pips; commission not published |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 20/20▲Minimum deposit No minimum deposit (USD 250 in certain jurisdictions), 6 deposit methods, 6 withdrawal methods | 17/20Minimum deposit No minimum deposit (OANDA Europe Limited, UK), 3 deposit methods, 2 withdrawal methods |
| Platforms & trading | 16/20MT4, MT5, TradingView | 17/20▲MT4, MT5, TradingView; leverage up to 30:1 on major currency pairs for retail clients (OANDA Europe Limited, FCA) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | FCA | FCA |
| Minimum deposit | No minimum deposit (USD 250 in certain jurisdictions) | No minimum deposit (OANDA Europe Limited, UK) |
| Spreads from | 0.5 pips (forex CFDs) | 0.6 pips EUR/USD (UK) |
| Commission | Does not charge commissions on most of the products offered (including forex, indices and commodities) | Not published |
| Max leverage | Not published | 30:1 on major currency pairs for retail clients (OANDA Europe Limited, FCA) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfer, Visa, Mastercard, Neteller, Skrill, Crypto | Credit/debit card, Bank transfer |
| Retail accounts losing money | 69% | 76.6% |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: ActivTrades review · OANDA review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is ActivTrades or OANDA better?
ActivTrades has the higher TFB Score (78/100 vs 76/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are ActivTrades and OANDA regulated?
ActivTrades: FCA. OANDA: FCA. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, ActivTrades or OANDA?
ActivTrades holds 1 tier-1 licence (FCA); OANDA 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 OANDA?
ActivTrades: No minimum deposit (USD 250 in certain jurisdictions). OANDA: No minimum deposit (OANDA Europe Limited, UK).
Which has tighter spreads, ActivTrades or OANDA?
Published spreads start from 0.5 pips (forex CFDs) at ActivTrades and 0.6 pips EUR/USD (UK) at OANDA; commission: ActivTrades Does not charge commissions on most of the products offered (including forex, indices and commodities), OANDA none listed.
Do ActivTrades and OANDA offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 and TradingView. ActivTrades: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, ActivTrader, TradingView. OANDA: OANDA web, OANDA mobile, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView.
How many retail accounts lose money at ActivTrades and OANDA?
ActivTrades states 69% and OANDA states 76.6% 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