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Exness 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 | Exness | InstaForex |
|---|---|---|
| BrokaBoy score | 9.0/10 | 5.6/10 |
| Trustpilot rating | Trustpilot 4.7 (31,240 reviews) | Trustpilot 2.3 (534 reviews) |
| Listed minimum deposit | $10 | $1 |
| Advertised spread from | 0.0 pips | 0.0 pips |
| Advertised maximum leverage | 1:2000 | 1:1000 |
| Regulators | FCA, CySEC, FSCA, FSA, BVIFSC, FSCM, CMA | BVIFSC |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Exness Terminal, Exness Trade app | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 |
| Instruments | Forex, Commodities, Indices, Stocks, Crypto | Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks, Crypto |
| Account types | Standard, Standard Cent, Raw Spread, Zero, Pro | Standard, Eurica, Cent |
| Founded | 2008 | 2007 |
| Spread type | Variable, raw on Zero and Raw Spread accounts | Variable |
| Commission | From about $3.50 per lot per side on commission accounts; zero commission on Standard | Varies by account type |
| Overnight / swap | Overnight swaps apply; swap-free options are available on selected accounts and instruments | Overnight swap charges apply on positions held past rollover. |
| Withdrawals | No broker-side withdrawal fee on most methods; payment providers may charge | Most withdrawal methods are free; third-party fees may apply. |
Key differences
- InstaForex has a lower listed minimum deposit ($1 vs $10).
- Exness has the higher BrokaBoy score (9.0/10 vs 5.6/10).
- Both brokers hold licences with BVIFSC.
- Only Exness lists Exness Terminal, Exness Trade app among its platforms.
Which should you choose?
- Choose InstaForex if a lower listed opening deposit is your priority.
- Choose Exness if you want the broader platform list shown in our catalogue (4 vs 2).
- 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, Exness or InstaForex?+
InstaForex has the lower listed minimum deposit ($1 vs $10). Confirm current terms with each broker.
Are Exness and InstaForex regulated by the same authorities?+
They share BVIFSC. Exness lists FCA, CySEC, FSCA, FSA, BVIFSC, FSCM, CMA; InstaForex lists BVIFSC in our catalogue.
Which has the higher BrokaBoy score?+
Exness scores 9.0/10 against 5.6/10. The score is calculated from advertised catalogue data and excludes Trustpilot ratings.
Do Exness and InstaForex support the same platforms?+
Both list MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. Exness lists more platforms overall.
