OctaFX vs eToro

OctaFX vs eToro Comparison Table 2024
OctaFX	eToro
Review 4.1	Review 4.1

OctaFX is an award-winning forex and CFD broker, founded in 2011. The Cyprus-based entity is regulated by the CySEC while the offshore branch is registered with SVGFSA. The ECN broker offers competitive trading conditions on its 80+ financial instruments, with tight spreads from 0.2 pips, fast execution speeds of 0.1 second and flexible leverage. OctaFX also offers two industry-leading platforms in MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5, plus an in-house copy trading solution.	eToro is a top-rated multi-asset platform which offers trading services in thousands of CFDs, stocks and cryptoassets. Launched in 2007, the brand has millions of active traders globally and is authorized by tier one regulators, including the FCA and CySEC. The brand is particularly popular for its comprehensive social trading platform. Cryptoasset investing is highly volatile and unregulated in the UK and some EU countries. No consumer protection. Tax on profits may apply. 76% of retail accounts lose money.
Customer Reviews
	4 Based on 2 eToro customer reviews
Bonus Offer
Up to 50% deposit bonus
Comment by Reviewer
"OctaFX is a great pick for traders of all experience levels. Seasoned day traders will appreciate the ECN model with fast execution and tight spreads, while beginners will rate the user-friendly copy trading platform and low minimum deposit."	"eToro's social trading platform leads the pack with a terrific user experience and active community chat that can help beginners find opportunities. There are also competitive fees on thousands of CFDs and real stocks, plus excellent rewards for experienced strategy providers."
Pros
Demo account with access to unlimited virtual funds Bonuses and contests available (non-EU) Negative balance protection (Within EU) Comprehensive educational content High Leverage 1:500 (non-EU) Excellent copy trading service No deposit and withdrawal fees Offers Islamic accounts Low minimum deposit Highly rated broker MT4 and MT5 integration Commission-free trading Mobile app compatibility	The copy trading app facilitates a best-in-class social environment, with an engaging social feed and community chat The broker's services are great for beginners, with commission-free stock trading, a low minimum deposit and an unlimited demo Charts are powered by TradingView and offer strong technical analysis features, including 9 chart types and over 100 indicators There's a comprehensive online training academy with accessible resources, from bitesize articles to comprehensive courses eToro has bolstered its investment offering, most recently with new crypto assets, now offering over 90 digital currencies The web platform and mobile app perform better in user reviews and app rankings than top competitors, including AvaTrade Top copy traders can receive annual payments up to 1.5% of assets under copy in the broker's Popular Investor Program Exciting investment portfolios are available covering traditional market trends as well as tech, crypto and more eToro is a world-renowned brand with top-tier global regulation and a 25M+ user community
Cons
No stock trading Few payment methods Zero pip spreads unavailable The global entity is regulated offshore	The lack of additional charting platforms like MT4 will reduce the appeal for seasoned day traders accustomed to using third-party software There are no guaranteed stop loss orders which would be a useful risk management feature for beginners There is a $30 minimum withdrawal amount and a $5 fee, which will affect novices with low capital Traders will face currency conversion fees for account denominations other than USD There are limited contact methods aside from the in-platform live chat
Awards
Most Secure Broker Indonesia 2022- International Business Magazine Best Global Broker Asia 2022- International Business Magazine Best Forex Broker Pakistan 2022- Global Brands Best Forex Broker India 2022- World Finance Best Mobile Trading Platform 2022- FXDailyInfo Best In Class For Social Copy Trading 2022- Forexbrokers.com Best Trading Conditions Asia 2021- World Business Outlook	Best Cryptocurrency Trading Platform 2022 - Finder Education Materials/Program 2022 - Investment Trends Best Copy Trading Platform 2021 - Ultimate Fintech Awards Best Multi-Asset Trading Platform 2021 - Ultimate Fintech Awards Best Stockbroker 2021 - Ultimate Fintech Awards Best Social Trading Platform 2019 - ADVFN International Financial Awards
Instruments
Forex, CFDs, indices, commodities, cryptocurrencies	CFDs, Forex, Stocks, ETFs, Cryptos, Futures, Commodities, Bonds
Demo Account
Yes	Yes
Minimum Deposit
$100	$50
Trading Platforms
MT4 MT5 AutoChartist	eToro Web CopyTrader TradingCentral
Payment Methods
Credit Card Debit Card FasaPay Mastercard Neteller Skrill Visa Wire Transfer	Debit Card iDeal Klarna Neteller PayPal Przelewy24 Rapid Transfer Skrill Sofort Swift Trustly Visa Wire Transfer
Minimum Trade
0.01 Lots	$10
Regulator
SVGFSA, CySEC	FCA, ASIC, CySEC, FSA, FSRA, MFSA
Margin Trading
Yes	Yes
Margin Rate
	1%
STP Account
No	Yes
ECN Account
Yes	No
DMA Account
No	No
MAM Account
No	No
PAMM Account
No	No
LAMM Account
No	No
Demat Account
No	No
AI / Machine Learning
No	Yes
Robo Advisor
No	No
Negative Balance Protection
Yes	Yes
Market Maker
No	Yes
P2P Trading
No	No
Spot Trading
Yes	Yes
Mobile Apps
Yes (iOS & Android)	iOS & Android
App Review
OctaFX offers a user-friendly trading platform that can be used to take positions on major and minor currency pairs. Copy trading is also available via the broker’s in-house mobile application.	eToro bring their social trading platform to your mobile, enabling you to copy trades, manage your account and invest via Android or iOS. Trade the key forex pairs from the palm of your hand.
Android App Rating
4.3	4
iOS App Rating
4.5	4.8
Auto Trading
Yes	Automate your trades via CopyTrader - follow profitable traders. Open and close trades automatically when they do.
Copy Trading
Yes	Yes
Copy Trading Platform
Copy trading at OctaFX is offered through a proprietary platform and mobile app, as well as integration via the MetaTrader suites. Users can easily diversify portfolios by copying the most profitable traders. Track professionals and their performance live for smart investing, control your portfolio and view how your funds are invested and manage risks in real time.	eToro continues to deliver one of the best proprietary copy trading platforms on the market, at no additional cost for eToro clients. The web-based platform features a user-friendly and interactive layout and also comes with a community chat, making it a stand-out choice for beginners.
Social Trading
Yes	Yes
Trade Signals
Yes (EAs)	Yes
VPS Hosting
Yes	No
Tournaments
No	No
Demo Competitions
Yes	No
Ethical Investing
No	Yes
Custodial Account
No	No
Guaranteed Stop Loss
No	No
Inactivity Fee
$0	$10
Islamic Account
Yes	Yes
Account Currencies
USD EUR	USD
Stock Exchanges
Dow Jones FTSE UK Index Nasdaq	Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) Borsa Italiana CAC 40 Index France DAX GER 40 Index Deutsche Boerse Dow Jones Euronext FTSE UK Index Hang Seng Hong Kong Stock Exchange IBEX 35 Japan Exchange Group Korean Stock Exchange London Stock Exchange Nasdaq Nasdaq Nordic & Baltics National Stock Exchange Of India New York Stock Exchange Russell 2000 S&P 500 Shanghai Stock Exchange SIX Swiss Exchange Tokyo Commodity Exchange Taiwan Stock Exchange
Commodities
Gasoline Gold Natural Gas Oil Silver	Aluminium Cocoa Coffee Cannabis Copper Corn Cotton Gasoline Gold Iron Lead Lithium Livestock Natural Gas Nickel Oil Orange Juice Palladium Platinum Precious Metals Silver Soybeans Sugar Wheat Zinc
CFD Trading
OctaFX offers leveraged CFDs on popular asset classes spanning forex, indices, commodities and cryptos. Traders benefit from ultra-fast execution speeds, reliable trading tools and zero commissions. There are also no restrictions on strategies, including hedging, scalping and automated trading.	You can trade CFDs on over 3,000 assets and access rich market data through the integrated TradingView charts. There are also comprehensive free learning tools available for beginners via the eToro Academy, including dedicated CFD trading courses and guides.
Leverage
1:30 (EU), 1:500 (Global)
FTSE Spread
1.8	1.5
GBPUSD Spread
1.1	1.9
Oil Spread
0.7	0.05
Stocks Spread
Variable	0.57 (Apple)
Forex Trading
OctaFX offers leveraged trading on dozens of currencies with competitive spreads that average 0.9 pips on the EUR/USD. Clients also benefit from high-quality research from the team's analysts with insights into forex trends and news events, alongside technical analysis.	An above-average selection of 55 currencies are available with reasonable spreads averaging 0.9 pips on EUR/USD during peak hours. Aspiring traders can continuously hone their forex strategies by switching between demo mode and their live account any time, with full access to the broker's 100+ technical indicators.
Forex App
OctaFX offers a user-friendly trading platform that can be used to take positions on major and minor currency pairs. Copy trading is also available via the broker’s in-house mobile application.	eToro bring their social trading platform to your mobile, enabling you to copy trades, manage your account and invest via Android or iOS. Trade the key forex pairs from the palm of your hand.
GBPUSD Spread
1.1	1.9
EURUSD Spread
0.7	0.9
EURGBP Spread
2.1	1.3
Assets
35	55
Currency Indices
	USD
Cryptocurrency
Trade 30+ popular digital currencies paired with the USD, including big tokens like Bitcoin and Ethereum. EU traders can access 1:2 leverage while global traders can access rates of up to 1:25 on major tokens. Cryptos can be traded around the clock, including on weekends.	eToro leads the way in cryptocurrency trading, offering competitive spreads and a fixed 1% commission, plus their own wallet service. The broker offers a vast list of 95+ tokens which is continually being updated. Don’t invest unless you’re prepared to lose all the money you invest. This is a high-risk investment and you should not expect to be protected if something goes wrong. Take 2 mins to learn more
Spread
Variable	BTC 1%
Coins
BTC LTC ETH ZEC SOL ADA DOT ATOM LINK AVAX BTB MANA MATIC NEAR IOTA DOGE DASH ALGO AAVE	BTC ETH BCH XRP DASH LTC ETC API3 CRO SKL IMX ADA MIOTA XLM EOS NEO TRX ZEC BNB XTZ DOT MKR COMP LINK UNI YFI DOGE AAVE FIL ALGO ATOM MANA APE LRC ENJ BICO BAT BNT OGN MATIC FLR GALA ALICE CHZ HBAR DYDX SOL THETA FTM GRT 1INCH CRV ANKR OXT REN SNX STORJ ZRX CELO SUSHI QNT BAL FET SHIBxM AMP AXS SGB CTSI ENS UMA LUNC FTT SRM LPT KNC ARB RNDR OP LDO
Crypto Lending
No	No
Crypto Mining
No	No
Crypto Staking
No	Yes
Auto Market Maker
No	No

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