ActivTrades vs Trading 212 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
ActivTrades has the higher TFB Score (78/100 vs 75/100).
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.
Trading 212 offers commission-free CFDs through Trading 212 UK Ltd (FCA, FRN 609146), Trading 212 Markets Ltd (CySEC, 398/21) and Trading 212 AU (ASIC, AFSL 541122), on its own app and web platform, with retail negative balance protection.
75% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
Side by side
| Item | ActivTrades | Trading 212 |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 78/100▲ | 75/100 |
| Regulation & safety | 28/351 tier-1 regulator (FCA), investor compensation | 34/35▲3 tier-1 regulators (FCA, CySEC, ASIC), investor compensation |
| Fees & costs | 14/25Spreads from 0.5 pips; commission not published | 14/25Spreads and commission not published (counted as neutral) |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 20/20▲Minimum deposit No minimum deposit (USD 250 in certain jurisdictions), 6 deposit methods, 6 withdrawal methods | 17/20Minimum deposit £10, €10, $10, 8 deposit methods, 1 withdrawal method |
| Platforms & trading | 16/20▲MT4, MT5, TradingView | 10/20Trading 212 app, Web platform; leverage up to 1:30 on major currency pairs (retail CFD account) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | FCA | FCA, CySEC, ASIC |
| Minimum deposit | No minimum deposit (USD 250 in certain jurisdictions) | £10, €10, $10 |
| Spreads from | 0.5 pips (forex CFDs) | Dynamic (variable spreads; average spread per instrument published on its site) |
| Commission | Does not charge commissions on most of the products offered (including forex, indices and commodities) | Free (no trading commission) |
| Max leverage | Not published | 1:30 on major currency pairs (retail CFD account) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfer, Visa, Mastercard, Neteller, Skrill, Crypto | Payment methods (back to the methods you deposited with, up to the amount deposited with each unless verified) |
| Retail accounts losing money | 69% | 75% |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: ActivTrades review · Trading 212 review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is ActivTrades or Trading 212 better?
ActivTrades has the higher TFB Score (78/100 vs 75/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are ActivTrades and Trading 212 regulated?
ActivTrades: FCA. Trading 212: FCA, CySEC, ASIC. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, ActivTrades or Trading 212?
ActivTrades holds 1 tier-1 licence (FCA); Trading 212 holds 3 (FCA, CySEC and ASIC). 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 Trading 212?
ActivTrades: No minimum deposit (USD 250 in certain jurisdictions). Trading 212: £10, €10, $10.
Which has tighter spreads, ActivTrades or Trading 212?
Published spreads start from 0.5 pips (forex CFDs) at ActivTrades and Dynamic (variable spreads; average spread per instrument published on its site) at Trading 212; commission: ActivTrades Does not charge commissions on most of the products offered (including forex, indices and commodities), Trading 212 Free (no trading commission).
Do ActivTrades and Trading 212 offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
ActivTrades: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, ActivTrader, TradingView. Trading 212: Trading 212 app, Web platform.
How many retail accounts lose money at ActivTrades and Trading 212?
ActivTrades states 69% and Trading 212 states 75% 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