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OANDA vs Saxo

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Here is how OANDA and Saxo compare on regulation, costs and platforms. See the table for regulators, costs and platforms.

OANDASaxo
RegulatorsFCADanish FSA, FCA
Minimum depositNo minimum deposit (OANDA Europe Limited, UK)No minimum deposit (individual account)
Spreads from0.6 pips EUR/USD (UK)1 pip EUR/USD minimum (global page; varies by country)
Commission–USD 3 fixed commission on FX trades under 50,000 units
PlatformsOANDA web, OANDA mobile, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, TradingViewSaxoTraderGO, SaxoTraderPRO, SaxoInvestor, TradingView
Retail accounts losing money76.6%66%

Full reviews: OANDA review · Saxo review

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum deposit at OANDA and Saxo?

OANDA: No minimum deposit (OANDA Europe Limited, UK). Saxo: No minimum deposit (individual account).

Are OANDA and Saxo regulated?

OANDA: FCA. Saxo: Danish FSA, FCA.

Which has tighter spreads, OANDA or Saxo?

Published spreads start from 0.6 pips EUR/USD (UK) at OANDA and 1 pip EUR/USD minimum (global page; varies by country) at Saxo; commission: OANDA none listed, Saxo USD 3 fixed commission on FX trades under 50,000 units.

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