Dukascopy vs RoboForex 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
Dukascopy has the higher TFB Score (67/100 vs 60/100).
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.
RoboForex Ltd is registered with the Financial Services Commission of Belize (licence 9759600, an offshore regulator) and offers Pro, ProCent, ECN and Prime accounts on MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 and R StocksTrader.
75.85% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
Side by side
| Item | Dukascopy | RoboForex |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 67/100▲ | 60/100 |
| Regulation & safety | 25/35▲1 tier-1 regulator (FINMA), client money kept apart | 11/35Strongest licence FSC Belize (tier 3) |
| Fees & costs | 13/25Spreads from 0.1 pips; commission not published | 15/25▲Spreads from 0 pips; commission not published |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 16/20Minimum deposit $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account), 6 deposit methods, 5 withdrawal methods | 18/20▲Minimum deposit $10 (ECN account), 4 deposit methods, 4 withdrawal methods |
| 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 1:2000 (Pro and ProCent accounts; ECN up to 1:500, Prime up to 1:300; RoboForex Ltd, FSC Belize) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | FINMA | FSC Belize |
| Minimum deposit | $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account) | $10 (ECN account) |
| Spreads from | 0.1 pips (variable, SWFX marketplace) | 0 pips (ECN and Prime; Pro and ProCent floating from 1.3 points) |
| Commission | USD 35 per USD 1 million traded on currency pairs (volume commission per opening or closing trade; lower with higher deposits or volume) | ECN: depends on traded volume; Pro and ProCent: 0% |
| Max leverage | Up to 1:200 on business days (1:60 at weekends; Dukascopy Bank SA) | Up to 1:2000 (Pro and ProCent accounts; ECN up to 1:500, Prime up to 1:300; RoboForex Ltd, FSC Belize) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfers, Payment cards, Skrill, Neteller, Bitcoins, Ether, Tether | Bank payments, Electronic payments, Bank cards, QR & Vouchers |
| Retail accounts losing money | 75.14% | 75.85% |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: Dukascopy review · RoboForex review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is Dukascopy or RoboForex better?
Dukascopy has the higher TFB Score (67/100 vs 60/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are Dukascopy and RoboForex regulated?
Dukascopy: FINMA. RoboForex: FSC Belize. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, Dukascopy or RoboForex?
Dukascopy holds 1 tier-1 licence (FINMA); RoboForex holds none. 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 RoboForex?
Dukascopy: $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account). RoboForex: $10 (ECN account). RoboForex asks for less to start.
Which has tighter spreads, Dukascopy or RoboForex?
Published spreads start from 0.1 pips (variable, SWFX marketplace) at Dukascopy and 0 pips (ECN and Prime; Pro and ProCent floating from 1.3 points) at RoboForex; 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), RoboForex ECN: depends on traded volume; Pro and ProCent: 0%.
Do Dukascopy and RoboForex offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4. Dukascopy: JForex 4, MetaTrader 4. RoboForex: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, R StocksTrader, MobileTrader, WebTrader.
What is the maximum leverage at Dukascopy and RoboForex?
Dukascopy: Up to 1:200 on business days (1:60 at weekends; Dukascopy Bank SA). RoboForex: Up to 1:2000 (Pro and ProCent accounts; ECN up to 1:500, Prime up to 1:300; RoboForex Ltd, FSC Belize). Leverage depends on the company that opens your account and on your country.
How many retail accounts lose money at Dukascopy and RoboForex?
Dukascopy states 75.14% and RoboForex states 75.85% 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