Alpari vs Octa 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
Octa has the higher TFB Score (76/100 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.
Octa is a CFD broker whose EU arm, Octa Markets Cyprus Ltd, is licensed by CySEC (372/18); its international site offers OctaTrader, MT4 and MT5 accounts with spread-only pricing.
Side by side
| Item | Alpari | Octa |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 61/100 | 76/100▲ |
| Regulation & safety | 7/35Strongest licence MISA (tier 3) | 28/35▲1 tier-1 regulator (CySEC), investor compensation |
| Fees & costs | 22/25▲All-in cost from 0.00 pips, no commission | 20/25All-in cost from 0.60 pips, no commission |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 16/20▲Minimum deposit $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN), 5 deposit methods, 5 withdrawal methods | 13/20Minimum deposit $25 (recommended $100; Octa international site) |
| Platforms & trading | 16/20▲MT4, MT5; leverage up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd) | 15/20MT4, MT5; leverage up to 1:1000 on forex (Octa international site; not the CySEC entity) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | MISA | CySEC |
| Minimum deposit | $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN) | $25 (recommended $100; Octa international site) |
| Spreads from | 0.0 pips (Pro ECN); 0.8 pips (ECN); 1.2 pips (Standard; Micro from 1.5 pips) | 0.6 pips (floating spread with markup; Octa international site) |
| Commission | None on Micro, Standard and ECN; Pro ECN forex $2.5 per lot traded | $0 (no trading commission, spread markup; Octa international site) |
| Max leverage | Up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd) | 1:1000 on forex (Octa international site; not the CySEC entity) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfers, Debit and credit cards, E-wallets, Local payment methods, Cryptocurrency | Not published |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: Alpari review · Octa review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is Alpari or Octa better?
Octa has the higher TFB Score (76/100 vs 61/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are Alpari and Octa regulated?
Alpari: MISA. Octa: CySEC. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, Alpari or Octa?
Alpari holds no tier-1 licence; Octa holds 1 (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 Octa?
Alpari: $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN). Octa: $25 (recommended $100; Octa international site). Octa asks for less to start.
Which has tighter spreads, Alpari or Octa?
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 0.6 pips (floating spread with markup; Octa international site) at Octa; commission: Alpari None on Micro, Standard and ECN; Pro ECN forex $2.5 per lot traded, Octa $0 (no trading commission, spread markup; Octa international site).
Do Alpari and Octa offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. Alpari: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Alpari Mobile App. Octa: OctaTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4.
What is the maximum leverage at Alpari and Octa?
Alpari: Up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd). Octa: 1:1000 on forex (Octa international site; not the CySEC 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