AvaTrade vs Pepperstone: costs, regulation and platforms compared
For a standard lot of EUR/USD, AvaTrade costs $9.00 all-in and Pepperstone $8.00 in the EU; AvaTrade ranks #5 and Pepperstone #1 of 7 ranked brokers there.
AvaTrade does not take clients in the UK; for a standard lot of EUR/USD, Pepperstone costs $8.00 all-in in the UK; Pepperstone ranks #1 of 8 ranked brokers there.
For a standard lot of EUR/USD, AvaTrade costs $9.00 all-in and Pepperstone $8.00 in Australia; AvaTrade ranks #3 and Pepperstone #1 of 8 ranked brokers there.
For a standard lot of EUR/USD, AvaTrade costs $9.00 all-in and Pepperstone $8.00 in other countries; AvaTrade ranks #6 and Pepperstone #1 of 13 ranked brokers there.
| Measure | AvaTrade | Pepperstone |
|---|---|---|
| BrokersNest score and rank | 75.61/100 · #5 of 7 in the EU | 91.78/100 · #1 of 7 in the EU (higher score) |
| All-in cost per lot (EUR/USD) | $9.00 | $8.00 (lower cost) |
| Typical spread + commission | 0.9 pips, no commission (Standard) | 0.1 pips + $7.00 commission (Razor) |
| Minimum deposit | $100 (card); $500 (wire) | No minimum (recommended $200) |
| Max. leverage (retail) | 1:30 | 1:30 |
| Regulator and entity | AvaTrade EU Ltd · CBI | Pepperstone EU Limited · CySEC 388/20 |
| Platforms | MT4 · MT5 · WebTrader · AvaTradeGO · AvaOptions · DupliTrade | MT4 · MT5 · cTrader · TradingView · Pepperstone Platform |
| Instruments | 1,250+ | 1,300+ |
| Hedging | Available | Available |
| Scalping | Available | Available |
| Demo account | 21 days | Unlimited |
| Withdrawal payout | 1–2 business days | 1 business day |
| Data verified | 21 Sep 2026 | 21 Sep 2026 |
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| Measure | AvaTrade Not available in the UK | Pepperstone |
|---|---|---|
| BrokersNest score and rank | 75.61/100 | 91.78/100 · #1 of 8 in the UK (higher score) |
| All-in cost per lot (EUR/USD) | — | $8.00 |
| Typical spread + commission | — | 0.1 pips + $7.00 commission (Razor) |
| Minimum deposit | $100 (card); $500 (wire) | No minimum (recommended $200) |
| Max. leverage (retail) | — | 1:30 |
| Regulator and entity | — | Pepperstone Limited · FCA 684312 |
| Platforms | MT4 · MT5 · WebTrader · AvaTradeGO · AvaOptions · DupliTrade | MT4 · MT5 · cTrader · TradingView · Pepperstone Platform |
| Instruments | 1,250+ | 1,300+ |
| Hedging | Available | Available |
| Scalping | Available | Available |
| Demo account | 21 days | Unlimited |
| Withdrawal payout | 1–2 business days | 1 business day |
| Data verified | 21 Sep 2026 | 21 Sep 2026 |
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| Measure | AvaTrade | Pepperstone |
|---|---|---|
| BrokersNest score and rank | 75.61/100 · #3 of 8 in Australia | 91.78/100 · #1 of 8 in Australia (higher score) |
| All-in cost per lot (EUR/USD) | $9.00 | $8.00 (lower cost) |
| Typical spread + commission | 0.9 pips, no commission (Standard) | 0.1 pips + $7.00 commission (Razor) |
| Minimum deposit | $100 (card); $500 (wire) | No minimum (recommended $200) |
| Max. leverage (retail) | 1:30 | 1:30 |
| Regulator and entity | Ava Capital Markets Australia Pty Ltd · ASIC 406684 | Pepperstone Group Limited · ASIC 414530 |
| Platforms | MT4 · MT5 · WebTrader · AvaTradeGO · AvaOptions · DupliTrade | MT4 · MT5 · cTrader · TradingView · Pepperstone Platform |
| Instruments | 1,250+ | 1,300+ |
| Hedging | Available | Available |
| Scalping | Available | Available |
| Demo account | 21 days | Unlimited |
| Withdrawal payout | 1–2 business days | 1 business day |
| Data verified | 21 Sep 2026 | 21 Sep 2026 |
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| Measure | AvaTrade | Pepperstone |
|---|---|---|
| BrokersNest score and rank | 75.61/100 · #6 of 13 globally | 91.78/100 · #1 of 13 globally (higher score) |
| All-in cost per lot (EUR/USD) | $9.00 | $8.00 (lower cost) |
| Typical spread + commission | 0.9 pips, no commission (Standard) | 0.1 pips + $7.00 commission (Razor) |
| Minimum deposit | $100 (card); $500 (wire) | No minimum (recommended $200) |
| Max. leverage (retail) | 1:400 | 1:400 |
| Regulator and entity | Ava Trade Markets Ltd · BVI FSC | Pepperstone Markets Limited · SCB · DFSA · CMA |
| Platforms | MT4 · MT5 · WebTrader · AvaTradeGO · AvaOptions · DupliTrade | MT4 · MT5 · cTrader · TradingView · Pepperstone Platform |
| Instruments | 1,250+ | 1,300+ |
| Hedging | Available | Available |
| Scalping | Available | Available |
| Demo account | 21 days | Unlimited |
| Withdrawal payout | 1–2 business days | 1 business day |
| Data verified | 21 Sep 2026 | 21 Sep 2026 |
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CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Between 53% and 80% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
AvaTrade or Pepperstone?
Which is cheaper, AvaTrade or Pepperstone?
All-in cost per standard lot of EUR/USD (spread plus commission): in the EU, AvaTrade $9.00 and Pepperstone $8.00; in Australia, AvaTrade $9.00 and Pepperstone $8.00; in other countries, AvaTrade $9.00 and Pepperstone $8.00.
Are AvaTrade and Pepperstone regulated in the UK, EU or Australia?
AvaTrade is regulated in the EU (CBI) and Australia (ASIC 406684); not in the UK. Pepperstone is regulated in the UK (FCA 684312), the EU (CySEC 388/20) and Australia (ASIC 414530).
Which has the lower minimum deposit, AvaTrade or Pepperstone?
Minimum deposit at AvaTrade: $100 (card); $500 (wire). At Pepperstone: No minimum (recommended $200).
How do AvaTrade and Pepperstone score in the BrokersNest rankings?
AvaTrade scores 75.61/100 and Pepperstone 91.78/100 under our published method.