Alpari vs AvaTrade 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
AvaTrade has the higher TFB Score (75/100 vs 61/100).
Alpari, founded in 1998, is a trading name of Parlance Trading Ltd, licensed by the Mwali International Services Authority (an offshore regulator), offering Micro, Standard, ECN and Pro ECN accounts on MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 and the Alpari app.
AvaTrade is a CFD and forex broker operating through entities regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland, ASIC, FSCA, CySEC and the BVI FSC, offering MT4, MT5 and WebTrader with a 100 base-currency minimum deposit.
Side by side
| Item | Alpari | AvaTrade |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 61/100 | 75/100▲ |
| Regulation & safety | 7/35Strongest licence MISA (tier 3) | 32/35▲4 tier-1 regulators (CBI, ASIC, JFSA…), investor compensation |
| Fees & costs | 22/25▲All-in cost from 0.00 pips, no commission | 17/25All-in cost from 0.90 pips, no commission |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 16/20▲Minimum deposit $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN), 5 deposit methods, 5 withdrawal methods | 13/204 deposit methods, 2 withdrawal methods |
| Platforms & trading | 16/20▲MT4, MT5; leverage up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd) | 13/20MT4, MT5; leverage up to 400:1 (non-EU entities; 30:1 for EU retail) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | MISA | CBI, ASIC, FSCA, ADGM FSRA, FSA Japan, FSC BVI, CySEC |
| Minimum deposit | $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN) | 100 (USD/EUR/GBP/AUD, base currency) |
| Spreads from | 0.0 pips (Pro ECN); 0.8 pips (ECN); 1.2 pips (Standard; Micro from 1.5 pips) | EUR/USD from 0.9 pips |
| Commission | None on Micro, Standard and ECN; Pro ECN forex $2.5 per lot traded | No commission on CFDs (cost is in the spread) |
| Max leverage | Up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd) | Up to 400:1 (non-EU entities; 30:1 for EU retail) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfers, Debit and credit cards, E-wallets, Local payment methods, Cryptocurrency | Original funding method (card/e-payment), Wire transfer |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: Alpari review · AvaTrade review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is Alpari or AvaTrade better?
AvaTrade has the higher TFB Score (75/100 vs 61/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are Alpari and AvaTrade regulated?
Alpari: MISA. AvaTrade: CBI, ASIC, FSCA, ADGM FSRA, FSA Japan, FSC BVI, CySEC. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, Alpari or AvaTrade?
Alpari holds no tier-1 licence; AvaTrade holds 4 (CBI, ASIC, JFSA and 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 Alpari and AvaTrade?
Alpari: $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN). AvaTrade: 100 (USD/EUR/GBP/AUD, base currency).
Which has tighter spreads, Alpari or AvaTrade?
Published spreads start from 0.0 pips (Pro ECN); 0.8 pips (ECN); 1.2 pips (Standard; Micro from 1.5 pips) at Alpari and EUR/USD from 0.9 pips at AvaTrade; commission: Alpari None on Micro, Standard and ECN; Pro ECN forex $2.5 per lot traded, AvaTrade No commission on CFDs (cost is in the spread).
Do Alpari and AvaTrade offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. Alpari: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Alpari Mobile App. AvaTrade: MT4, MT5, WebTrader, AvaTradeGO.
What is the maximum leverage at Alpari and AvaTrade?
Alpari: Up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd). AvaTrade: Up to 400:1 (non-EU entities; 30:1 for EU retail). Leverage depends on the company that opens your account and on your country.
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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