WhichBrokerHead to head · data verified August 2026
Plus500 vs Pepperstone
Pepperstone wins our overall scoring by 0.8 points, but Plus500 still takes specific profiles.
Pillar scores
Side by side
| Criterion | Plus500 | Pepperstone |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 8.1 | 8.9 |
| Founded | 2008 | 2010 |
| Regulation | FCA (UK), CySEC (EU), ASIC (AU), MAS (SG) | ASIC (AU), FCA (UK), CySEC (EU), DFSA (AE), BaFin (DE) |
| Min. deposit | $100 | $0 (recommended $200+) |
| Fees | No commissions — costs built into spreads; overnight funding and inactivity fees apply | Razor account: spreads from 0.0 pips + ~$3.50/lot commission; Standard: from 1.0 pip, no commission |
| Platforms | Plus500 WebTrader, Plus500 mobile app | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView |
| Markets | 2,800+ CFDs: forex, indices, shares, commodities, options, crypto (where permitted) | 1,200+ instruments: forex, indices, shares, commodities, crypto CFDs |
| Demo account | Yes | Yes |
| Best for | Casual CFD traders, Traders who value listed-company transparency | Active forex traders, Scalpers & algo traders |
Our verdict
Choose Plus500 if you want casual cfd traders · traders who value listed-company transparency.
Choose Pepperstone if you want active forex traders · scalpers & algo traders — its standout pillar in our scoring is platforms.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Plus500 or Pepperstone?
Pepperstone scores higher overall in our methodology (8.9 vs 8.1). Plus500 can still be the better pick for casual cfd traders.
Is Plus500 safe?
Plus500 is overseen by FCA (UK), CySEC (EU), ASIC (AU), MAS (SG). Our trust score for it is 9.2/10 — see the full Plus500 review for the reasoning.
Is Pepperstone safe?
Pepperstone is overseen by ASIC (AU), FCA (UK), CySEC (EU), DFSA (AE), BaFin (DE). Our trust score for it is 8.9/10 — see the full Pepperstone review for the reasoning.