| Feature | Deriv | Admiral Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Year Established | 1999 | 2001 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), Labuan Financial Services Authority (LFSA), British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission (BVIFSC), Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC), Financial Services Commission Mauritius (FSC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Jordan Securities Commission (JSC), Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) |
| Trust Score | Not specified | 93 |
| Minimum Deposit | $5 | $100 |
| Maximum Leverage | Up to 1:1000 | Up to 1:500 |
| Trading Platforms | DTrader, MetaTrader 5 (MT5), Deriv X, SmartTrader | MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), Admirals WebTrader |
| Tradable Instruments | Forex, Commodities, Cryptocurrencies, Stock Indices, Synthetic Indices | Forex, CFDs on Stocks, Indices, Commodities, ETFs, Bonds, Cryptocurrencies |
| Number of Tradable Symbols | Not specified | 8,702 |
| Account Types | Standard Account, Financial STP Account, Synthetic Indices Account | Trade.MT5, Invest.MT5, Zero.MT5, Trade.MT4, Zero.MT4 |
| Spreads | Fixed spreads starting from 0.5 pips | Variable spreads starting from 0.5 pips |
| Commission Fees | No commissions on most accounts | Commissions apply on Zero.MT5 and Zero.MT4 accounts |
| Deposit & Withdrawal Methods | Bank Wire, Credit/Debit Cards, E-wallets (Skrill, Neteller), Cryptocurrencies | Bank Wire, Credit/Debit Cards, E-wallets (Skrill, Neteller, PayPal), Local payment methods |
| Deposit & Withdrawal Fees | Generally no fees, but may vary by method | No deposit fees; withdrawal fees may apply depending on method |
| Customer Support | 24/7 support via live chat, email, phone | Support available via live chat, email, phone during trading hours |
| Educational Resources | Limited educational materials | Extensive educational content, including webinars, articles, tutorials |
| Research Tools | Basic tools and market news | Premium Analytics featuring Dow Jones News, sentiment analysis from Acuity Trading, Trading Central signals |
| Mobile Trading | Yes, via Deriv GO app | Yes, via Admirals Mobile App |
| Demo Account | Yes | Yes |
| Islamic Account | No | Yes |
| Negative Balance Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fee | No | Yes, €10 per month after 24 months of inactivity |
| Order Execution Type | Straight-Through Processing (STP), Market Execution | Market Execution, STP Execution |
| Algorithmic Trading | Supports via Dbot and MT5 Expert Advisors (EAs) | Supports via MT4 and MT5 Expert Advisors (EAs) |
| Social Trading | Not available | Available through MetaTrader signal services |
| Scalping | Allowed | Allowed |
| Hedging | Allowed | Allowed |
| Stop-Out Level | 50% | 50% |
| Trading Hours | 24/7 for synthetic indices, market hours for other assets | Follows market hours for respective assets |
| Risk Management Tools | Take Profit, Stop Loss, Trailing Stop | Take Profit, Stop Loss, Trailing Stop, Volatility Protection Settings |
| Automated Trading Platforms | Dbot (drag-and-drop bot builder), MT5 | MetaTrader Supreme Edition, MT4, MT5 |
| Fractional Shares | Not supported | Supported via Invest.MT5 account |
| Micro Lot Trading (0.01 Lot) | Supported | Supported |
| API Access | API for algorithmic trading and automation | MetaTrader API for automated trading |
| Copy Trading | Not supported | Supported via MetaTrader copy trading services |
| Swap-Free Trading | Only on synthetic indices | Available for Islamic accounts |
| Leverage on Cryptocurrencies | Up to 1:50 | Up to 1:5 |
| Cashback or Rebate Programs | Offers loyalty rewards and bonuses periodically | Offers cashback programs based on trading volume |
| VPS Services | Not offered | Free VPS for high-volume traders |
| Partnership Programs | Affiliate and IB programs available | Affiliate, IB, and White Label programs available |
| Local Currency Deposits | Supports multiple local currencies | Supports multiple local currencies, including INR, EUR, USD |
| Regulatory Protection | Segregated client funds, investor compensation schemes based on regulation | Segregated client funds, investor compensation schemes up to €20,000 under CySEC and up to £85,000 under FCA |
| Advanced Order Types | Limit Orders, Market Orders, Stop Orders | Limit Orders, Market Orders, Stop Orders, OCO (One Cancels the Other) Orders |
| Client Base | Over 1 million traders globally | Over 130,000 traders globally |
| Analytical Tools | Basic charting tools, trend indicators | Advanced tools including Trading Central, Premium Analytics, Market Heat Maps |
| Platform Customization | Customizable dashboards on DTrader and Deriv X | Extensive customization on MT4 and MT5, including plugins |
| Language Support | Multilingual support including English, Spanish, French, Arabic | Multilingual support including English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian |
| Affiliate Commissions | Up to 45% revenue share | Up to $600 per referral plus additional tiers for IBs |
| Fund Security | SSL encryption, two-factor authentication (2FA) | SSL encryption, two-factor authentication (2FA), biometric login on mobile apps |
| News Integration | Economic calendar, basic news feed | Dow Jones News, Trading Central insights, integrated economic calendar |
| Commission on Forex Trades | Commission-free on most accounts, only spread-based | Commissions apply on Zero.MT5 and Zero.MT4, spread-based on other accounts |
| Payment Processing Time | Instant for most e-wallets, 1-3 business days for bank transfers | Instant for most e-wallets, 1-5 business days for bank transfers |
| Security of Funds | Client funds held in segregated accounts, regulatory compliance | Client funds held in segregated accounts, investor compensation schemes based on regulation |
| Leverage on Commodities | Up to 1:100 | Up to 1:20 for retail clients, higher for professional clients |
| Index CFDs | Offers synthetic indices, major global indices | Offers 43+ indices, including thematic indices |
| Minimum Trade Size | 0.001 lots for forex and synthetic indices | 0.01 lots for all asset classes |
| Execution Speed | Average execution time of less than 1 second | Ultra-fast execution with an average of 4ms |
| Trading Contests | Periodic contests with prize pools | No trading contests but offers cashback and bonus programs |
| Order Types Supported | Market, Limit, Stop, Stop-Limit | Market, Limit, Stop, Stop-Limit, OCO (One Cancels the Other) |
| Cryptocurrency Offering | 20+ crypto pairs, synthetic crypto indices | 32+ crypto pairs, no synthetic indices |
| Regulatory Coverage | Offshore and mid-tier regulatory licenses | Tier-1 regulatory licenses including FCA, ASIC, CySEC |
| Weekend Trading | Available for synthetic indices | Not available |
| Fee for Low Balance Accounts | No fees | Inactivity fee after 24 months |
| Mobile App Features | Custom indicators, price alerts, risk management tools | Integrated market news, alerts, advanced charting |
| Deposit Bonuses | Promotional bonuses periodically | No deposit bonuses, focus on cashback and rebates |
| Trade Expiry Options | Tick trades, intraday, end-of-day | No expiry options, standard CFD trading only |
| Trading Styles Supported | Scalping, hedging, day trading, swing trading | Scalping, hedging, day trading, swing trading, position trading |
| Charting Tools | 90+ indicators on DTrader, candlestick, bar, and line charts | 50+ indicators, Renko, Heikin Ashi, and tick charts on MT5 |
| Guaranteed Stop Loss | Not supported | Supported with additional cost on certain accounts |
| Proprietary Platform | DTrader, SmartTrader | No proprietary platform, relies on MT4 and MT5 |
| Research Reports | Daily market updates, limited research reports | In-depth research reports, market sentiment analysis |
| Contract for Difference (CFD) Range | Forex, indices, commodities, cryptocurrencies, synthetic indices | Forex, indices, commodities, cryptocurrencies, bonds, ETFs |
| Leverage for Retail Clients | Up to 1:1000 | Up to 1:30 under EU regulations, up to 1:500 for professional clients |
| Client Money Insurance | Varies by regulator, no additional insurance | Additional insurance up to €100,000 for EU clients |
| Time-in-Force Options | Immediate or Cancel (IOC) | Immediate or Cancel (IOC), Good Till Canceled (GTC) |
| Local Office Presence | Online-based, no local offices | Local offices in the UK, Germany, Australia, Cyprus, Jordan |
| MetaTrader Enhancements | Basic MT5 features | Supreme Edition plugin with 60+ tools |
| Direct Market Access (DMA) | Not available | Available on selected accounts |
| Tax Reporting Tools | No dedicated tools | Offers tax reporting tools and statements |
| Withdrawal Processing Time | 1-2 business days for most methods | 1-3 business days for most methods |
| Affiliate Marketing Tools | Banners, links, performance reports | Banners, landing pages, detailed performance analytics |
| Regulation for Copy Trading | Not regulated | Regulated under CySEC and FCA for copy trading services |
| Advanced Trading Tools | SmartTrader bot, Dbot, tick trading tools | Volatility protection, market depth, sentiment indicators |
| Forex Pairs Offered | 50+ pairs including minors and exotics | 50+ pairs with a focus on majors, minors, and exotics |
| ETF Trading | Not supported | Supported with Invest.MT5 account |
| Commission on Stock CFDs | Varies by asset | From $0.02 per share, minimum $1 per trade |
| Spreads on Major Forex Pairs | From 0.5 pips | From 0.1 pips with commission on Zero accounts |
Deriv offers higher leverage, unique synthetic indices, and a simplified platform, while Admiral Markets provides extensive regulatory coverage, advanced research tools, and a broader range of assets. Both have strengths catering to different trader profiles.