Deriv vs FP Markets 2026
By Akash · Facts re-checked (UTC)
Here is how Deriv and FP Markets compare on regulation, costs and platforms.
Deriv is a CFD and options broker with entities licensed by the MFSA, LFSA, VFSC and BVI FSC, offering Deriv MT5, Deriv cTrader, TradingView, Deriv Trader and Deriv Bot.
70.78% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
FP Markets is an Australian-founded CFD broker offering MT4, MT5, cTrader and TradingView with Standard and Raw accounts, operating through entities regulated by ASIC, CySEC, FSCA and the FSA Seychelles.
Side by side
| Deriv | FP Markets | |
|---|---|---|
| Regulators | MFSA | ASIC, CySEC, FSCA, FSA Seychelles |
| Spreads from | – | from 0.0 pips (Raw) |
| Commission | – | US$3 per lot per side (Raw, MT4/MT5) |
| Max leverage | Up to 1:1000 on Deriv MT5 Standard/Swap-free (non-EU entities) | 1:500 (MT4/MT5/cTrader, non-EU/non-AU entity) |
| Platforms | ||
| Retail accounts losing money | 70.78% | – |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: Deriv review · FP Markets review.
Frequently asked questions
Are Deriv and FP Markets regulated?
Deriv: MFSA. FP Markets: ASIC, CySEC, FSCA, FSA Seychelles.
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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