Alpari vs Vantage 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
Vantage has the higher TFB Score (89/100 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.
Vantage is a CFD broker offering MT4, MT5, TradingView and the Vantage App, with Standard STP, RAW ECN, PRO ECN and Cent accounts, operating through entities regulated by ASIC, the FCA, FSCA, the FSC Mauritius and the VFSC.
72.65% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
Side by side
| Item | Alpari | Vantage |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 61/100 | 89/100▲ |
| Regulation & safety | 7/35Strongest licence MISA (tier 3) | 32/35▲2 tier-1 regulators (ASIC, FCA), investor compensation |
| Fees & costs | 22/25▲All-in cost from 0.00 pips, no commission | 21/25All-in cost from 0.60 pips |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 16/20Minimum deposit $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN), 5 deposit methods, 5 withdrawal methods | 18/20▲Minimum deposit $50 (Standard STP and RAW ECN; PRO ECN $10,000), 6 deposit methods, 2 withdrawal methods |
| Platforms & trading | 16/20MT4, MT5; leverage up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd) | 18/20▲MT4, MT5, TradingView; leverage up to 1000:1 (depending on account equity; eligible countries only) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | MISA | ASIC, FCA, FSCA, FSC Mauritius, VFSC |
| Minimum deposit | $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN) | $50 (Standard STP and RAW ECN; PRO ECN $10,000) |
| Spreads from | 0.0 pips (Pro ECN); 0.8 pips (ECN); 1.2 pips (Standard; Micro from 1.5 pips) | 0.0 pips (RAW ECN and PRO ECN); 1.0 pip (Standard STP) |
| Commission | None on Micro, Standard and ECN; Pro ECN forex $2.5 per lot traded | $3 per lot per side (RAW ECN; $6 round turn; PRO ECN from USD$1.50 per side; Standard STP none) |
| Max leverage | Up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd) | up to 1000:1 (depending on account equity; eligible countries only) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfers, Debit and credit cards, E-wallets, Local payment methods, Cryptocurrency | Return to source (same method as deposit), Bank wire |
| Retail accounts losing money | Not published | 72.65% |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: Alpari review · Vantage review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is Alpari or Vantage better?
Vantage has the higher TFB Score (89/100 vs 61/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are Alpari and Vantage regulated?
Alpari: MISA. Vantage: ASIC, FCA, FSCA, FSC Mauritius, VFSC. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, Alpari or Vantage?
Alpari holds no tier-1 licence; Vantage holds 2 (ASIC and FCA). 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 Vantage?
Alpari: $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN). Vantage: $50 (Standard STP and RAW ECN; PRO ECN $10,000). Alpari asks for less to start.
Which has tighter spreads, Alpari or Vantage?
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 ECN and PRO ECN); 1.0 pip (Standard STP) at Vantage; commission: Alpari None on Micro, Standard and ECN; Pro ECN forex $2.5 per lot traded, Vantage $3 per lot per side (RAW ECN; $6 round turn; PRO ECN from USD$1.50 per side; Standard STP none).
Do Alpari and Vantage offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. Alpari: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Alpari Mobile App. Vantage: MT4, MT5, TradingView, Vantage App.
What is the maximum leverage at Alpari and Vantage?
Alpari: Up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd). Vantage: up to 1000:1 (depending on account equity; eligible countries only). 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