InstaForex vs Swissquote
By Akash · Facts re-checked (UTC)
Here is how InstaForex and Swissquote compare on regulation, costs and platforms. See the table for regulators, costs and platforms.
| InstaForex | Swissquote | |
|---|---|---|
| Regulators | CySEC, BVI FSC | FCA |
| Minimum deposit | $1 (Insta.Standard, global entity); 1 EUR/USD/GBP (EU entity) | USD 1,000 (Standard tier) |
| Spreads from | – | EUR/USD 1.7 pips (Standard), 1.4 (Premium), 1.1 (Prime, USD 50,000 minimum) |
| Commission | None on Standard; Zero and Raw accounts from $0.5 per trade (global entity) | – |
| Max leverage | 1:30 for EU retail clients (Instant Trading EU Ltd); up to 1:1000 on the global site | 1:100 standard leverage (international site) |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, WebTrader, Mobile | CFXD, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 |
| Retail accounts losing money | 81.92% | – |
Full reviews: InstaForex review · Swissquote review
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum deposit at InstaForex and Swissquote?
InstaForex: $1 (Insta.Standard, global entity); 1 EUR/USD/GBP (EU entity). Swissquote: USD 1,000 (Standard tier).
Are InstaForex and Swissquote regulated?
InstaForex: CySEC, BVI FSC. Swissquote: FCA.
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