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AnalystFebruary 2026

EasyMarkets

EasyMarkets is a veteran broker founded in 2001, offering 275+ instruments with a unique proprietary platform featuring fixed spreads, dealCancellation, and Freeze Rate tools. Regulated by CySEC (079/07), ASIC (AFSL 246566), and FSCA, EasyMarkets also supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, and TradingView with minimum deposits from $25.

Available in United StatesRegulated by CySEC

Editor Rating

3.8 / 5

Calculated from 7+ safety & service metrics

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Minimum Deposit

$25

EUR/USD spread

0.7 pips (VIP); 0.8-1.0 pips (Premium); 1.7 pips (Standard)

pips
Max Leverage

1:30

Instruments

275+

Pros

  • 23+ years of operation — one of the longest-running retail brokers
  • Dual Tier 1 regulation: CySEC (079/07) and ASIC (246566)
  • Unique dealCancellation tool — undo losing trades within a time window
  • Fixed spreads with no slippage — guaranteed price certainty
  • Freeze Rate lets you lock a price momentarily before executing

Cons

  • Standard fixed spread of 1.7 pips EUR/USD is expensive vs ECN brokers
  • VIP account requires $10,000 for competitive 0.7 pips fixed spread
  • dealCancellation charges an additional premium per trade
  • Conditional 10% withdrawal fee if trading volume requirements not met
  • Limited stock CFD selection (~50)

Who is it for?

EasyMarkets stands out for its innovative risk management tools (dealCancellation, Freeze Rate, guaranteed stop-loss) and fixed spreads. With 23+ years of operation and CySEC/ASIC dual regulation, it is among the most established brokers for risk-averse and beginner traders.

Beginner-friendly

Is EasyMarkets Safe?

Regulator

CySEC

License Holder

Easy Forex Trading Ltd

Investor Protection: Up to €20,000

Investor Compensation Fund — protects eligible retail clients of CySEC-licensed investment firms.

Safety Score

High Confidence
4/ 5

Editorial Summary

Dual Tier 1 regulation from CySEC (079/07) and ASIC (246566) with 23+ years of operation. One of the longest-operating retail brokers globally.

Client Fund Protection

Protection Snapshot

Client Fund SegregationYes
Negative Balance ProtectionYes (where required by regulation)
Compensation SchemeYes
EU clients: ICF up to €20,000. AU clients: mandatory fund segregation under ASIC. Negative balance protection across all entities. Guaranteed stop-loss further limits risk.

Limitations

Offshore FSA Seychelles entity has weaker protections. Conditional withdrawal fee (10%) on high amounts with low volume.

Regulatory Oversight

Regulatory Coverage

Tier-1 & Recognized RegulatorsCySEC, ASIC
Coverage ScopeGlobal
Enforcement HistoryNo material public enforcement actions identified

Editorial Summary

23+ years of operation with CySEC and ASIC dual regulation. Strong safety track record. The FSCA (South Africa) license obtained in 2024 extends regional coverage.
Safety Score

Founded

2001

Company Facts

Headquarters

Cyprus

Founded

2001

Publicly Listed

No

Bank-backed

No

License Summary

RegulatorLegal EntityLicense
CySECEasy Forex Trading Ltd
Authorized

079/07

ASICEasyMarkets Pty Ltd
Authorized

246566

FSA SeychellesEF Worldwide Ltd
Authorized

SD056

EasyMarkets Fees and Spreads

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Costs at a glance

EasyMarkets uses a fixed spread model with no commissions. Fixed spreads start from 0.7 pips on VIP accounts ($10,000 min) and 1.7 pips on Standard accounts ($25 min). The fixed spread model provides cost certainty but is wider than variable-spread ECN brokers.

EUR/USD typical spread

0.7 pips (VIP); 0.8-1.0 pips (Premium); 1.7 pips (Standard)

Crypto costs

High

Commissions

Disclosed

Varies by instrument

Non-trading fees

Average

Real trading costs may vary depending on liquidity, volatility, and account structure.

Fee breakdown

Fee typeDetails
Trading
SpreadsFixed spreads on proprietary platform. Standard: 1.7 pips EUR/USD. Premium: 0.8-1.0 pips. VIP: 0.7 pips. MT5 variable spreads from 0.5 pips. All commission-free.
CommissionsZero commission across all account types and platforms.
Execution notesProprietary platform offers dealCancellation and Freeze Rate. MT4/MT5/TradingView also supported. Max leverage 1:30 under ASIC/CySEC.
Non-trading
Withdrawal feesNo withdrawal fees generally. A 10% fee may apply on withdrawals of $500+ if minimum trading volume ($200k per $500) is not met.
Inactivity fee$25 after 12 months of inactivity, then every 6 months thereafter.
Currency conversionCurrency conversion fees apply for non-base currency deposits.
Example trade cost: 1 lot EUR/USD on Standard (1.7 pips fixed) ≈ $17. On VIP (0.7 pips fixed) ≈ $7.

How we assess fees

Fixed spreads verified from EasyMarkets' official website. Standard 1.7 pips, VIP 0.7 pips confirmed. Inactivity fee of $25 after 12 months confirmed from official terms.

Fees & Cost Assessment

Is this broker cheap, average, or expensive? Our editorial assessment normalizes costs across account types to give you a clear answer.

Cost Score

High Confidence
3/ 5

Editorial Summary

Fixed spreads provide certainty but are wider than variable-spread ECN brokers. Standard at 1.7 pips is expensive. VIP at 0.7 pips is competitive but requires $10,000.

Trading Cost Implications

Cost Snapshot

Spread CompetitivenessAverage
Commission StructureNone
Execution ModelMarket

Editorial Explanation

Fixed spreads cost more than ECN variable spreads but offer guaranteed fills with no slippage. VIP 0.7 pips is competitive for fixed-spread model. Standard 1.7 pips is expensive.

Limitations

1.7 pips Standard spread is significantly wider than ECN brokers. $10,000 minimum for competitive VIP pricing. dealCancellation incurs additional premium.

Non-Trading Cost Considerations

Cost Snapshot

Withdrawal FeesLow
Inactivity FeesLow
FX Conversion FeesApplies

Editorial Explanation

No standard withdrawal fees. $25 inactivity fee after 12 months. Conditional 10% withdrawal fee on high amounts with low volume.

Limitations

$25 inactivity fee is moderate. Conditional withdrawal fee is unusual and may surprise some traders.

EasyMarkets

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EasyMarkets Platforms and Tools

Available Platforms

MetaTrader 5
MetaTrader 5
MetaTrader 4
MetaTrader 4

Platform Quality Assessment

MetaTrader 5

MetaTrader 5

Best For:Variable spreads, multi-asset, Expert Advisors

MT5 provides variable spreads from 0.5 pips and EA support. Available alongside the proprietary platform.

Limitations

MT5 does not offer EasyMarkets' unique tools (dealCancellation, Freeze Rate).

Quality Snapshot

UsabilityGood
PerformanceGood
ToolsGood
AutomationExcellent
MetaTrader 4

MetaTrader 4

Best For:Forex trading, legacy EAs, fixed spreads

MT4 with fixed spreads. Legacy platform option for existing MT4 EA users.

Limitations

Dated platform. No dealCancellation or Freeze Rate on MT4.

Quality Snapshot

UsabilityGood
PerformanceGood
ToolsGood
AutomationExcellent

Markets & Instruments

Forex
Offered60 pairs
Stocks
Offered50 instruments
Crypto
Offered20 instruments
ETFs
Not offered
CFDs
Offered

275+ instruments available across all markets

How to Deposit and Withdraw at EasyMarkets

Payment methods

MethodAvailableTypical deposit time
Bank Transfer1–3 business days
Credit/Debit CardInstant
PayPal
SkrillInstant
NetellerInstant
Wise
Revolut
Crypto

Withdrawal processing

Processing time1-3 business days

Actual processing times may vary by payment method and jurisdiction.

Customer support

Live Chat

Available

Phone

Available

Email

Available

Callback

Available

Availability & languages

Support hours

24/5

Languages

English, Arabic, Chinese, Polish, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French

EasyMarkets Account Types

Standard

Execution

Market

Min Deposit

$25

Spread from

1.7

Commission

Zero commission

Instruments: All instruments; fixed spreads

Premium

Execution

Market

Min Deposit

$2000

Spread from

1

Commission

Zero commission

Instruments: All instruments; tighter fixed spreads

VIP

Execution

Market

Min Deposit

$10000

Spread from

0.7

Commission

Zero commission

Instruments: All instruments; tightest spreads, dedicated account manager

Trading conditions may vary based on account selection and regulatory jurisdiction.

Education & Research

Education

EasyMarkets provides beginner-focused education including video tutorials, eBooks, and webinars. The proprietary platform's built-in risk tools also serve an educational purpose.

Limitations

No advanced strategy content. Education quality is moderate.

Quality Snapshot

Overall LevelModerate
Target AudienceBeginners traders
FormatsVideo tutorials, Articles, eBooks, Webinars
Onboarding SupportStructured

Research & Market Insights

Decent research tools including TradingView integration, economic calendar, and Inside Viewer for trader sentiment data.

Limitations

No premium third-party research. Below Interactive Brokers and Saxo Bank.

Quality Snapshot

Research DepthModerate
SourcesIn-house analysis, TradingView integration
Tools AvailableEconomic calendar, Market news, TradingView charts, Inside Viewer (sentiment)
Real-Time DataYes

EasyMarkets Review

Editor Rating Breakdown

Overall
3.8
out of 5.0

Verdict

Average

Safety & Regulation
4.0
Fees & Costs
3.0
Markets & Instruments
3.0
Platforms & Tools
4.2
Account Opening
4.5
Deposits & Withdrawals
3.5
Customer Support
4.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, regulated by CySEC (079/07) and ASIC (246566) — both Tier 1 regulators. ICF protection up to €20,000 for EU clients. Operating since 2001.

Risk Warning

CFDs are complex instruments. 74-89% of retail investor accounts lose money.

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