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AvaTrade vs Moneta Markets
A field-by-field comparison based on the current BrokaBoy catalogue. Check current pricing and the regulated entity on each broker's website before deciding.
Some figures on this page are taken from broker-published information and have not yet been checked against current terms. Confirm details on the broker's website.
Last updated: 4 October 2026 · Reviewed by BrokaBoy Research Team
| Field | AvaTrade | Moneta Markets |
|---|---|---|
| BrokaBoy score | 7.7/10 | 8.7/10 |
| Trustpilot rating | Trustpilot 4.8 (13,229 reviews) | Trustpilot 4.1 (583 reviews) |
| Listed minimum deposit | $100 | $50 |
| Advertised spread from | 0.9 | 0.0 pips |
| Advertised maximum leverage | 1:400 | 1:1000 |
| Regulators | CBI, ASIC, FSCA, BVIFSC | ASIC, FSCA, FCA, FSA |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, AvaTradeGO, WebTrader | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, AppTrader, ProTrader |
| Instruments | Forex, CFDs, Crypto, Options, Stocks | Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks, Crypto |
| Account types | Standard, Islamic, Professional | Direct STP, Prime ECN, Ultra ECN |
| Founded | 2006 | 2020 |
| Spread type | Choice of fixed or variable spreads from 0.9 pips depending on account type. | Variable |
| Commission | No commission on FX and CFDs; options pricing embedded in the premium. | Varies by account type |
| Overnight / swap | Nightly swap, with Islamic accounts replacing interest with a flat administration charge. | Overnight swap charges apply on positions held past rollover. |
| Withdrawals | No AvaTrade withdrawal fee; inactivity and administration fees apply after extended dormancy. | Most withdrawal methods are free; third-party fees may apply. |
Key differences
- Moneta Markets has a lower listed minimum deposit ($50 vs $100).
- Moneta Markets has the higher BrokaBoy score (8.7/10 vs 7.7/10).
- Both brokers hold licences with ASIC, FSCA.
- Only AvaTrade lists AvaTradeGO, WebTrader among its platforms.
- Only Moneta Markets lists AppTrader, ProTrader among its platforms.
- Only AvaTrade lists CFDs, Options among its instruments.
- Only Moneta Markets lists Indices, Commodities among its instruments.
Which should you choose?
- Choose Moneta Markets if a lower listed opening deposit is your priority.
- Choose AvaTrade if access to CFDs is essential, and confirm it is available under your entity.
- Choose Moneta Markets if access to Indices is essential, and confirm it is available under your entity.
- Choose the broker whose regulated entity covers your country and provides the protections you need; confirm this on the regulator's register.
Frequently asked questions
Which has the lower minimum deposit, AvaTrade or Moneta Markets?+
Moneta Markets has the lower listed minimum deposit ($50 vs $100). Confirm current terms with each broker.
Are AvaTrade and Moneta Markets regulated by the same authorities?+
They share ASIC, FSCA. AvaTrade lists CBI, ASIC, FSCA, BVIFSC; Moneta Markets lists ASIC, FSCA, FCA, FSA in our catalogue.
Which has the higher BrokaBoy score?+
Moneta Markets scores 8.7/10 against 7.7/10. The score is calculated from advertised catalogue data and excludes Trustpilot ratings.
Do AvaTrade and Moneta Markets support the same platforms?+
Both list MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5.
