Dukascopy vs Libertex 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
Libertex has the higher TFB Score (71/100 vs 67/100).
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.
Libertex is operated in the EU by Indication Investments Ltd, a Cyprus Investment Firm licensed by CySEC (164/12), offering CFDs on its own Libertex platform and on MetaTrader 4 and 5.
84% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
Side by side
| Item | Dukascopy | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 67/100 | 71/100▲ |
| Regulation & safety | 25/351 tier-1 regulator (FINMA), client money kept apart | 28/35▲1 tier-1 regulator (CySEC), investor compensation |
| Fees & costs | 13/25▲Spreads from 0.1 pips; commission not published | 11/25Spreads and commission not published (counted as neutral) |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 16/20Minimum deposit $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account), 6 deposit methods, 5 withdrawal methods | 17/20▲Minimum deposit €100, 10 deposit methods, 5 withdrawal methods |
| Platforms & trading | 13/20MT4; leverage up to 1:200 on business days (1:60 at weekends; Dukascopy Bank SA) | 15/20▲MT4, MT5; leverage up to 1:30 for retail clients (Indication Investments Ltd, CySEC) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | FINMA | CySEC |
| Minimum deposit | $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account) | €100 |
| Spreads from | 0.1 pips (variable, SWFX marketplace) | Not published |
| Commission | USD 35 per USD 1 million traded on currency pairs (volume commission per opening or closing trade; lower with higher deposits or volume) | From 0.0% (depending on the underlying asset) |
| Max leverage | Up to 1:200 on business days (1:60 at weekends; Dukascopy Bank SA) | 1:30 for retail clients (Indication Investments Ltd, CySEC) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfers, Payment cards, Skrill, Neteller, Bitcoins, Ether, Tether | Credit/debit card (1 EUR fee), PayPal (free), Skrill (1%), Neteller (1%), SEPA / International bank wire (0.5%, min 2 EUR, max 10 EUR) |
| Retail accounts losing money | 75.14% | 84% |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: Dukascopy review · Libertex review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is Dukascopy or Libertex better?
Libertex has the higher TFB Score (71/100 vs 67/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are Dukascopy and Libertex regulated?
Dukascopy: FINMA. Libertex: CySEC. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, Dukascopy or Libertex?
Dukascopy holds 1 tier-1 licence (FINMA); Libertex 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 Dukascopy and Libertex?
Dukascopy: $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account). Libertex: €100.
Do Dukascopy and Libertex offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4. Dukascopy: JForex 4, MetaTrader 4. Libertex: Libertex, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5.
What is the maximum leverage at Dukascopy and Libertex?
Dukascopy: Up to 1:200 on business days (1:60 at weekends; Dukascopy Bank SA). Libertex: 1:30 for retail clients (Indication Investments Ltd, CySEC). Leverage depends on the company that opens your account and on your country.
How many retail accounts lose money at Dukascopy and Libertex?
Dukascopy states 75.14% and Libertex states 84% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with them.
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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