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Deriv vs Global Prime
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 | Deriv | Global Prime |
|---|---|---|
| BrokaBoy score | 7.6/10 | 8.2/10 |
| Trustpilot rating | Trustpilot 4.3 (73,060 reviews) | Trustpilot 4.7 (558 reviews) |
| Listed minimum deposit | $5 | $0 |
| Advertised spread from | 0.5 pips | 0.03 pips |
| Advertised maximum leverage | Up to 1:1000 (entity dependent) | 1:1000 |
| Regulators | VFSC, LFSA, MFSA, BVIFSC, FSCM | ASIC, VFSC |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 5, Deriv X, Deriv Trader, cTrader | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView |
| Instruments | Forex, Synthetic indices, Commodities, Indices, Stocks, Crypto | Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks, Crypto |
| Account types | Standard, Financial, Swap-Free, Demo | Standard, Raw |
| Founded | 1999 | 2010 |
| Spread type | Variable; markup built into most synthetic and standard accounts | Variable |
| Commission | No commission on most Standard accounts; some crypto and share CFDs carry a commission | Varies by account type |
| Overnight / swap | Swap charges apply on overnight CFD positions; synthetic indices and swap-free accounts follow separate schedules | Overnight swap charges apply on positions held past rollover. |
| Withdrawals | No Deriv withdrawal fee on most methods; payment agents and processors may charge | Most withdrawal methods are free; third-party fees may apply. |
Key differences
- Global Prime has a lower listed minimum deposit ($0 vs $5).
- Global Prime has the higher BrokaBoy score (8.2/10 vs 7.6/10).
- Both brokers hold licences with VFSC.
- Only Deriv lists Deriv X, Deriv Trader among its platforms.
- Only Global Prime lists MetaTrader 4, TradingView among its platforms.
- Only Deriv lists Synthetic indices among its instruments.
Which should you choose?
- Choose Global Prime if a lower listed opening deposit is your priority.
- Choose Deriv if access to Synthetic 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, Deriv or Global Prime?+
Global Prime has the lower listed minimum deposit ($0 vs $5). Confirm current terms with each broker.
Are Deriv and Global Prime regulated by the same authorities?+
They share VFSC. Deriv lists VFSC, LFSA, MFSA, BVIFSC, FSCM; Global Prime lists ASIC, VFSC in our catalogue.
Which has the higher BrokaBoy score?+
Global Prime scores 8.2/10 against 7.6/10. The score is calculated from advertised catalogue data and excludes Trustpilot ratings.
Do Deriv and Global Prime support the same platforms?+
Both list MetaTrader 5, cTrader.
