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Deriv vs InstaForex
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 | InstaForex |
|---|---|---|
| BrokaBoy score | 7.6/10 | 5.6/10 |
| Trustpilot rating | Trustpilot 4.3 (73,060 reviews) | Trustpilot 2.3 (534 reviews) |
| Listed minimum deposit | $5 | $1 |
| Advertised spread from | 0.5 pips | 0.0 pips |
| Advertised maximum leverage | Up to 1:1000 (entity dependent) | 1:1000 |
| Regulators | VFSC, LFSA, MFSA, BVIFSC, FSCM | BVIFSC |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 5, Deriv X, Deriv Trader, cTrader | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 |
| Instruments | Forex, Synthetic indices, Commodities, Indices, Stocks, Crypto | Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks, Crypto |
| Account types | Standard, Financial, Swap-Free, Demo | Standard, Eurica, Cent |
| Founded | 1999 | 2007 |
| 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
- InstaForex has a lower listed minimum deposit ($1 vs $5).
- Deriv has the higher BrokaBoy score (7.6/10 vs 5.6/10).
- Both brokers hold licences with BVIFSC.
- Only Deriv lists Deriv X, Deriv Trader, cTrader among its platforms.
- Only InstaForex lists MetaTrader 4 among its platforms.
- Only Deriv lists Synthetic indices among its instruments.
Which should you choose?
- Choose InstaForex if a lower listed opening deposit is your priority.
- Choose Deriv if you want the broader platform list shown in our catalogue (4 vs 2).
- 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 InstaForex?+
InstaForex has the lower listed minimum deposit ($1 vs $5). Confirm current terms with each broker.
Are Deriv and InstaForex regulated by the same authorities?+
They share BVIFSC. Deriv lists VFSC, LFSA, MFSA, BVIFSC, FSCM; InstaForex lists BVIFSC in our catalogue.
Which has the higher BrokaBoy score?+
Deriv scores 7.6/10 against 5.6/10. The score is calculated from advertised catalogue data and excludes Trustpilot ratings.
Do Deriv and InstaForex support the same platforms?+
Both list MetaTrader 5. Deriv lists more platforms overall.
