Alpari vs FOREX.com 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
FOREX.com has the higher TFB Score (85/100 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.
FOREX.com is a StoneX brand offering forex and CFD trading through regulated entities including StoneX Financial Ltd (FCA) in the UK and an NFA/CFTC-registered arm in the US.
74% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
Side by side
| Item | Alpari | FOREX.com |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 61/100 | 85/100▲ |
| Regulation & safety | 7/35Strongest licence MISA (tier 3) | 32/35▲2 tier-1 regulators (FCA, CFTC/NFA), investor compensation |
| Fees & costs | 22/25▲All-in cost from 0.00 pips, no commission | 21/25All-in cost from 0.70 pips, no commission |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 16/20▲Minimum deposit $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN), 5 deposit methods, 5 withdrawal methods | 15/20Minimum deposit $100 (US); £100 (UK), 4 deposit methods, 3 withdrawal methods |
| Platforms & trading | 16/20MT4, MT5; leverage up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd) | 17/20▲MT4, MT5, TradingView; leverage up to 50:1 (US entity, NFA/CFTC; default on the FOREX.com platform) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | MISA | FCA, NFA/CFTC |
| Minimum deposit | $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN) | $100 (US); £100 (UK) |
| Spreads from | 0.0 pips (Pro ECN); 0.8 pips (ECN); 1.2 pips (Standard; Micro from 1.5 pips) | 0.7 points on FX (Standard account, UK; RAW Spread from 0.0 plus commission) |
| Commission | None on Micro, Standard and ECN; Pro ECN forex $2.5 per lot traded | RAW Spread account: $5 USD per $100k USD traded; Standard: no commission |
| Max leverage | Up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd) | 50:1 (US entity, NFA/CFTC; default on the FOREX.com platform) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfers, Debit and credit cards, E-wallets, Local payment methods, Cryptocurrency | Bank transfer, Debit card, Wire |
| Retail accounts losing money | Not published | 74% |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: Alpari review · FOREX.com review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is Alpari or FOREX.com better?
FOREX.com has the higher TFB Score (85/100 vs 61/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are Alpari and FOREX.com regulated?
Alpari: MISA. FOREX.com: FCA, NFA/CFTC. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, Alpari or FOREX.com?
Alpari holds no tier-1 licence; FOREX.com holds 2 (FCA and CFTC/NFA). 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 FOREX.com?
Alpari: $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN). FOREX.com: $100 (US); £100 (UK). Alpari asks for less to start.
Which has tighter spreads, Alpari or FOREX.com?
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 0.7 points on FX (Standard account, UK; RAW Spread from 0.0 plus commission) at FOREX.com; commission: Alpari None on Micro, Standard and ECN; Pro ECN forex $2.5 per lot traded, FOREX.com RAW Spread account: $5 USD per $100k USD traded; Standard: no commission.
Do Alpari and FOREX.com offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. Alpari: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Alpari Mobile App. FOREX.com: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingView, Mobile app.
What is the maximum leverage at Alpari and FOREX.com?
Alpari: Up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd). FOREX.com: 50:1 (US entity, NFA/CFTC; default on the FOREX.com platform). 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