Dukascopy vs Moneta Markets 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
Moneta Markets has the higher TFB Score (78/100 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.
Moneta Markets is a CFD broker with Direct STP, Prime ECN and Ultra ECN accounts on PRO Trader, MT4, MT5 and AppTrader; its UK arm is FCA-authorised, other clients are served through FSCA (South Africa), FSC (Mauritius) and Saint Lucia-registered entities.
Side by side
| Item | Dukascopy | Moneta Markets |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 67/100 | 78/100▲ |
| Regulation & safety | 25/351 tier-1 regulator (FINMA), client money kept apart | 28/35▲1 tier-1 regulator (FCA), investor compensation |
| Fees & costs | 13/25Spreads from 0.1 pips; commission not published | 21/25▲All-in cost from 0.60 pips |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 16/20▲Minimum deposit $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account), 6 deposit methods, 5 withdrawal methods | 13/20Minimum deposit $50 (Direct STP and Prime ECN; Ultra ECN $20,000), 5 deposit methods, 1 withdrawal method |
| Platforms & trading | 13/20MT4; leverage up to 1:200 on business days (1:60 at weekends; Dukascopy Bank SA) | 16/20▲MT4, MT5; leverage up to 1000:1 on FX, indices and precious metals (international entities, not the FCA entity) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | FINMA | FCA, FSCA, FSC Mauritius |
| Minimum deposit | $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account) | $50 (Direct STP and Prime ECN; Ultra ECN $20,000) |
| Spreads from | 0.1 pips (variable, SWFX marketplace) | 0.0 pips (Prime ECN and Ultra ECN) |
| Commission | USD 35 per USD 1 million traded on currency pairs (volume commission per opening or closing trade; lower with higher deposits or volume) | $3 per lot per side (Prime ECN); $1 per lot per side (Ultra ECN) |
| Max leverage | Up to 1:200 on business days (1:60 at weekends; Dukascopy Bank SA) | Up to 1000:1 on FX, indices and precious metals (international entities, not the FCA entity) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfers, Payment cards, Skrill, Neteller, Bitcoins, Ether, Tether | Same method and account details as the deposit |
| Retail accounts losing money | 75.14% | Not published |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: Dukascopy review · Moneta Markets review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is Dukascopy or Moneta Markets better?
Moneta Markets has the higher TFB Score (78/100 vs 67/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are Dukascopy and Moneta Markets regulated?
Dukascopy: FINMA. Moneta Markets: FCA, FSCA, FSC Mauritius. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, Dukascopy or Moneta Markets?
Dukascopy holds 1 tier-1 licence (FINMA); Moneta Markets holds 1 (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 Dukascopy and Moneta Markets?
Dukascopy: $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account). Moneta Markets: $50 (Direct STP and Prime ECN; Ultra ECN $20,000). Moneta Markets asks for less to start.
Which has tighter spreads, Dukascopy or Moneta Markets?
Published spreads start from 0.1 pips (variable, SWFX marketplace) at Dukascopy and 0.0 pips (Prime ECN and Ultra ECN) at Moneta Markets; commission: Dukascopy USD 35 per USD 1 million traded on currency pairs (volume commission per opening or closing trade; lower with higher deposits or volume), Moneta Markets $3 per lot per side (Prime ECN); $1 per lot per side (Ultra ECN).
Do Dukascopy and Moneta Markets offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4. Dukascopy: JForex 4, MetaTrader 4. Moneta Markets: PRO Trader, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, AppTrader.
What is the maximum leverage at Dukascopy and Moneta Markets?
Dukascopy: Up to 1:200 on business days (1:60 at weekends; Dukascopy Bank SA). Moneta Markets: Up to 1000:1 on FX, indices and precious metals (international entities, not the FCA 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