AvaTrade vs Dukascopy 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
AvaTrade has the higher TFB Score (75/100 vs 67/100).
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.
Dukascopy Bank SA is a Swiss bank founded in Geneva in 2004 and regulated by FINMA as a bank and securities firm, with an EU arm Dukascopy Europe IBS AS in Riga, offering JForex 4 and MetaTrader 4 with volume-based commissions.
75.14% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
Side by side
| Item | AvaTrade | Dukascopy |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 75/100▲ | 67/100 |
| Regulation & safety | 32/35▲4 tier-1 regulators (CBI, ASIC, JFSA…), investor compensation | 25/351 tier-1 regulator (FINMA), client money kept apart |
| Fees & costs | 17/25▲All-in cost from 0.90 pips, no commission | 13/25Spreads from 0.1 pips; commission not published |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 13/204 deposit methods, 2 withdrawal methods | 16/20▲Minimum deposit $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account), 6 deposit methods, 5 withdrawal methods |
| Platforms & trading | 13/20MT4, MT5; leverage up to 400:1 (non-EU entities; 30:1 for EU retail) | 13/20MT4; leverage up to 1:200 on business days (1:60 at weekends; Dukascopy Bank SA) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | CBI, ASIC, FSCA, ADGM FSRA, FSA Japan, FSC BVI, CySEC | FINMA |
| Minimum deposit | 100 (USD/EUR/GBP/AUD, base currency) | $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account) |
| Spreads from | EUR/USD from 0.9 pips | 0.1 pips (variable, SWFX marketplace) |
| Commission | No commission on CFDs (cost is in the spread) | USD 35 per USD 1 million traded on currency pairs (volume commission per opening or closing trade; lower with higher deposits or volume) |
| Max leverage | Up to 400:1 (non-EU entities; 30:1 for EU retail) | Up to 1:200 on business days (1:60 at weekends; Dukascopy Bank SA) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Original funding method (card/e-payment), Wire transfer | Bank transfers, Payment cards, Skrill, Neteller, Bitcoins, Ether, Tether |
| Retail accounts losing money | Not published | 75.14% |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: AvaTrade review · Dukascopy review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is AvaTrade or Dukascopy better?
AvaTrade has the higher TFB Score (75/100 vs 67/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are AvaTrade and Dukascopy regulated?
AvaTrade: CBI, ASIC, FSCA, ADGM FSRA, FSA Japan, FSC BVI, CySEC. Dukascopy: FINMA. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, AvaTrade or Dukascopy?
AvaTrade holds 4 tier-1 licences (CBI, ASIC, JFSA and CySEC); Dukascopy holds 1 (FINMA). 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 AvaTrade and Dukascopy?
AvaTrade: 100 (USD/EUR/GBP/AUD, base currency). Dukascopy: $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account).
Which has tighter spreads, AvaTrade or Dukascopy?
Published spreads start from EUR/USD from 0.9 pips at AvaTrade and 0.1 pips (variable, SWFX marketplace) at Dukascopy; commission: AvaTrade No commission on CFDs (cost is in the spread), Dukascopy USD 35 per USD 1 million traded on currency pairs (volume commission per opening or closing trade; lower with higher deposits or volume).
Do AvaTrade and Dukascopy offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4. AvaTrade: MT4, MT5, WebTrader, AvaTradeGO. Dukascopy: JForex 4, MetaTrader 4.
What is the maximum leverage at AvaTrade and Dukascopy?
AvaTrade: Up to 400:1 (non-EU entities; 30:1 for EU retail). Dukascopy: Up to 1:200 on business days (1:60 at weekends; Dukascopy Bank SA). 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