Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
Admirals vs FXOpen
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Admirals |  FXOpen |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $25Lower | $100 |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto, BondsCovers more | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto |
| Regulators | FCA, CySEC, ASICCovers more | CySEC, FCA |
| Investor protection | FSCS up to GBP 85,000 | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 |
| Stock trade fee | $0.020 | Not confirmed |
| Inactivity fee | €10 | Not confirmed |
| Retail accounts that lose money | Not confirmed | 60% |
| Platforms | Not confirmed | TickTrader, MT4, MT5 |
| Maximum retail leverage | 1:30 | Not confirmed |
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Key differences
- Admirals scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 9.1.
- Regulators: only Admirals offers ASIC.
- Admirals is licensed in 1 more country.
- Minimum deposit is lower at Admirals: $25 vs $100.
- Markets: only Admirals offers Bonds.
Our verdict on each
Admirals
Admirals suits retail investors who want one account across several markets with UK regulation behind it. Costs sit mid pack: a stock trade fee of $0.02 and an inactivity fee of €10 put it ahead of some rivals and behind cheaper ones.
FXOpen
FXOpen suits traders who want one account spanning forex, CFDs, stocks, ETFs and crypto under FCA and CySEC oversight, with investor protection of EU ICS up to EUR 20,000. The minimum deposit of $100 is the catch, placing it well above the site median of €4.64 and above Vantage at $5.
Score breakdown
| Area | Admirals | FXOpen |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.8HigherA stock trade fee of $0.02 on a $25 minimum deposit, plus €10 for idling. | 8.5 |
| Offer | 9.7Higher | 9.4 |
| Trust | 9.5 | 9.5 |
How they place
| Ranking | Admirals | FXOpen |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 64 of 471 | 114 of 471 |
| Forex brokers | 27 of 147 | 50 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 25 of 145 | 48 of 145 |
| CFD brokers | 21 of 122 | 40 of 122 |
A third option
ActivTrades has minimum deposit at $0, against $25 for Admirals and $100 for FXOpen.
ActivTrades reviewSources behind this comparison
Admirals
- beinoptions.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- fxscouts.ng: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- premiumtrading.co: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- fxleaders.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
- olxforex.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
FXOpen
- fxopen.com: 5 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- scribd.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
- topforextradingbrokers.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Admirals | FXOpen |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Not confirmed | Demo account, Crypto, Mobile app |
| Legal entity | Admirals SC Ltd | Not confirmed |
| Founded | 2001 | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Admirals | FXOpen | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $25at the median | $100above the median | $25 |
| Stock trade fee | $0.020highest quarter | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Inactivity fee | €10above the median | Not confirmed | €2.45 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | Not confirmed | 60%lowest quarter | 72.05% |
Median across 134 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
Admirals
Pros
- Regulated by the FCA in the UK, plus CySEC and ASIC, so UK clients sit under a UK watchdog and client asset rules
- Investor protection stated as FSCS up to GBP 85,000
- One account spans stocks, etfs and forex, so forex, CFDs, shares, ETFs, crypto and bonds sit in one place
Cons
- An inactivity fee of €10 applies, and it ranks high at 39 of 56 brands on this measure
- The stock trade fee of $0.02 sits above the site median of €0, and above the commission free model offered by eToro at $0
- The minimum deposit of $25 ranks at 120 of 213, so it is not the cheapest account to open
FXOpen
Pros
- One account covers stocks, ETFs, forex, CFDs and crypto, all listed under stocks, etfs and forex.
- Regulated by CySEC and FCA, so the UK operation sits under the FCA and the Cyprus operation under CySEC.
- Investor protection is stated at EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 for eligible claims.
Cons
- The minimum deposit of $100 is far above the site median of €4.64.
- On minimum deposit FXOpen ranks 148 of 213 brands compared.
- The cost score is 2.7 and the overall score is 2.7, so value is the weak side.
Who each suits
Admirals
Who it suits
- UK retail investors who want an FCA regulated account covering shares, ETFs, forex, CFDs, crypto and bonds in one place
- Investors who hold across asset classes and want FSCS up to GBP 85,000 behind the balance
- Traders who can start small on a $25 minimum deposit and trade on a $0.02 stock fee
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone wanting a commission free stock deal, where eToro charges $0
- Long term holders who leave a balance untouched, since the inactivity fee runs at €10
- Anyone starting with no money at all, since CFI opens on a minimum deposit of $0 and Vantage on $5
FXOpen
Who it suits
- Traders who want forex and CFDs next to stocks, ETFs and crypto in a single account.
- UK and EU residents who want a broker listed with CySEC and FCA and a stated protection scheme.
- Users of TickTrader, MT4 or MT5 who want a demo account before committing money.
Who should look elsewhere
- Newcomers starting with a small amount: CFI asks a minimum deposit of $0.
- Traders who want futures in the market list: eToro covers stocks, etfs and forex.
- Anyone wanting a lower entry point: Vantage takes $5 against FXOpen's $100.
Questions about each
Admirals
What does Admirals charge to trade a stock?+
A stock trade fee of $0.02 applies on trades. That is above the site median of €0, so a reader who deals in shares often should weigh the cost against a commission free alternative before committing.
How much do I need to open an account?+
The minimum deposit is $25. The site median across tracked brands is €4.64, and Admirals ranks at 120 of 213 on this measure, so the entry point is accessible without being the lowest available.
FXOpen
What is the minimum deposit at FXOpen?+
The minimum deposit is $100. That is well above the site median of €4.64 and places FXOpen at 148 of 213 brands compared on this measure. Anyone starting with a small balance is better served by a lower entry point elsewhere.
Who regulates FXOpen?+
FXOpen lists CySEC and FCA. The Cyprus entity is supervised by CySEC and the UK entity by the FCA, so UK customers sit under the UK regulator while EU customers sit under the Cyprus one. The listed protection scheme is EU ICS up to EUR 20,000.
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