Alpari vs Global Prime 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
Global Prime has the higher TFB Score (82/100 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.
Global Prime is authorised by ASIC under AFSL 385620 and runs an offshore entity regulated by the VFSC in Vanuatu, with no minimum deposit, Standard and Raw accounts, and MetaTrader 4 and 5.
Side by side
| Item | Alpari | Global Prime |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 61/100 | 82/100▲ |
| Regulation & safety | 7/35Strongest licence MISA (tier 3) | 26/35▲1 tier-1 regulator (ASIC), client money kept apart |
| Fees & costs | 22/25All-in cost from 0.00 pips, no commission | 23/25▲All-in cost from 0.00 pips, no commission |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 16/20Minimum deposit $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN), 5 deposit methods, 5 withdrawal methods | 19/20▲Minimum deposit Zero minimum deposit requirements (payment methods from $10 USD equivalent), 15 deposit methods, 2 withdrawal methods |
| Platforms & trading | 16/20▲MT4, MT5; leverage up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd) | 14/20MT4, MT5; leverage up to Adjustable 1:30 to 1:1000 (Gleneagle Securities, Vanuatu entity) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | MISA | ASIC, VFSC |
| Minimum deposit | $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN) | Zero minimum deposit requirements (payment methods from $10 USD equivalent) |
| Spreads from | 0.0 pips (Pro ECN); 0.8 pips (ECN); 1.2 pips (Standard; Micro from 1.5 pips) | 0.0 pips (Raw), 0.9 pips (Standard) |
| Commission | None on Micro, Standard and ECN; Pro ECN forex $2.5 per lot traded | Raw $3.5 per side (USD $7 per lot round turn; Standard no commission) |
| Max leverage | Up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd) | Adjustable 1:30 to 1:1000 (Gleneagle Securities, Vanuatu entity) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfers, Debit and credit cards, E-wallets, Local payment methods, Cryptocurrency | Bank wire, Other methods in the GP Hub |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: Alpari review · Global Prime review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is Alpari or Global Prime better?
Global Prime has the higher TFB Score (82/100 vs 61/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are Alpari and Global Prime regulated?
Alpari: MISA. Global Prime: ASIC, VFSC. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, Alpari or Global Prime?
Alpari holds no tier-1 licence; Global Prime holds 1 (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 Alpari and Global Prime?
Alpari: $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN). Global Prime: Zero minimum deposit requirements (payment methods from $10 USD equivalent). Global Prime asks for less to start.
Which has tighter spreads, Alpari or Global Prime?
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 0.0 pips (Raw), 0.9 pips (Standard) at Global Prime; commission: Alpari None on Micro, Standard and ECN; Pro ECN forex $2.5 per lot traded, Global Prime Raw $3.5 per side (USD $7 per lot round turn; Standard no commission).
Do Alpari and Global Prime offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. Alpari: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Alpari Mobile App. Global Prime: MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4.
What is the maximum leverage at Alpari and Global Prime?
Alpari: Up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd). Global Prime: Adjustable 1:30 to 1:1000 (Gleneagle Securities, Vanuatu entity). 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