InstaForex vs RoboForex 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
InstaForex has the higher TFB Score (85/100 vs 60/100).
InstaForex operates a BVI-licensed global entity and a CySEC-regulated EU entity (Instant Trading EU Ltd), offering MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5.
77.95% 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 | InstaForex | RoboForex |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 85/100▲ | 60/100 |
| Regulation & safety | 28/35▲1 tier-1 regulator (CySEC), investor compensation | 11/35Strongest licence FSC Belize (tier 3) |
| Fees & costs | 23/25▲All-in cost from 0.00 pips, no commission | 15/25Spreads from 0 pips; commission not published |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 19/20▲Minimum deposit 1 USD (Insta.Standard, global InstaFinance Ltd; 1 EUR/USD/GBP at Instant Trading EU Ltd), 6 deposit methods, 6 withdrawal methods | 18/20Minimum deposit $10 (ECN account), 4 deposit methods, 4 withdrawal methods |
| Platforms & trading | 15/20MT4, MT5; leverage up to 1:30 for EU retail clients (Instant Trading EU Ltd; global InstaFinance Ltd site shows up to 1:5000) | 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 | CySEC, BVI FSC | FSC Belize |
| Minimum deposit | 1 USD (Insta.Standard, global InstaFinance Ltd; 1 EUR/USD/GBP at Instant Trading EU Ltd) | $10 (ECN account) |
| Spreads from | 0 pips (Insta.Raw, with a fixed 0.5 USD commission; global entity) | 0 pips (ECN and Prime; Pro and ProCent floating from 1.3 points) |
| Commission | Fixed commission of 0.5 USD on Insta.Raw (Insta.Standard and Insta.Pro: no commission; EU ECN accounts from $2.5 per 100k traded) | ECN: depends on traded volume; Pro and ProCent: 0% |
| Max leverage | 1:30 for EU retail clients (Instant Trading EU Ltd; global InstaFinance Ltd site shows up to 1:5000) | 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 | Visa, Mastercard, Neteller, Skrill, SEPA (bank transfer), SWIFT (bank transfer) | Bank payments, Electronic payments, Bank cards, QR & Vouchers |
| Retail accounts losing money | 77.95% | 75.85% |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: InstaForex review · RoboForex review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is InstaForex or RoboForex better?
InstaForex has the higher TFB Score (85/100 vs 60/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are InstaForex and RoboForex regulated?
InstaForex: CySEC, BVI FSC. RoboForex: FSC Belize. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, InstaForex or RoboForex?
InstaForex holds 1 tier-1 licence (CySEC); 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 InstaForex and RoboForex?
InstaForex: 1 USD (Insta.Standard, global InstaFinance Ltd; 1 EUR/USD/GBP at Instant Trading EU Ltd). RoboForex: $10 (ECN account).
Which has tighter spreads, InstaForex or RoboForex?
Published spreads start from 0 pips (Insta.Raw, with a fixed 0.5 USD commission; global entity) at InstaForex and 0 pips (ECN and Prime; Pro and ProCent floating from 1.3 points) at RoboForex; commission: InstaForex Fixed commission of 0.5 USD on Insta.Raw (Insta.Standard and Insta.Pro: no commission; EU ECN accounts from $2.5 per 100k traded), RoboForex ECN: depends on traded volume; Pro and ProCent: 0%.
Do InstaForex and RoboForex offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. InstaForex: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, WebTrader, MultiTerminal. RoboForex: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, R StocksTrader, MobileTrader, WebTrader.
What is the maximum leverage at InstaForex and RoboForex?
InstaForex: 1:30 for EU retail clients (Instant Trading EU Ltd; global InstaFinance Ltd site shows up to 1:5000). 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 InstaForex and RoboForex?
InstaForex states 77.95% 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