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Libertex vs Pepperstone

Side-by-side comparison of regulation, trading costs, platforms, and account types for Libertex and Pepperstone.

LibertexTrust 8.0/10
CySEC

Cyprus-based CFD broker (Indication Investments / Forex Club lineage) with a 25+ year brand history and a distinctive multiplier-based pricing model. App-led with 50+ crypto CFDs — popular across continental Europe and Latin America.

PepperstoneTrust 9.2/10
ASIC
FCA
CySEC
DFSA

Award-winning Australian broker, top choice for cTrader and algo traders. Razor account offers raw spreads with $7/lot commission. Multi-regulated across ASIC, FCA, CySEC, DFSA and BaFin. Important note: Pepperstone does not accept New Zealand retail clients (since 1 December 2017, when FMA derivatives issuer rules came into force - Pepperstone chose not to pursue an NZ-specific licence). New Zealand residents should consider BlackBull Markets, CMC Markets, or IG instead.

Quick verdict

  • Trust: Pepperstone has the higher trust score.
  • EUR/USD spread: Pepperstone is tighter on EUR/USD.

Side-by-side comparison

FeatureLibertexPepperstone
Trust score8.09.2
RegulatorsCySECASIC, FCA, CySEC, DFSA, BaFin, CMA, SCB
HeadquartersLimassol, Cyprus
Founded1997
Min deposit$100$200
Max leverage1:301:500
EUR/USD spread0.50 pips0.09 pips
Commission per lot$0.00$7
Raw spread account
Standard account
Swap-free account
cTrader
MT4
MT5
TradingView
Scalping allowed
EAs / algo allowed
Hedging allowed
Copy trading
Deposit methodsBank Wire, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller, Trustly
Withdrawal methodsBank Wire, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill, Neteller
Withdrawal speed48h
Base currenciesUSD, EUR, GBP

Libertex is best for

Beginners
Crypto CFD traders

Pepperstone is best for

Algo traders
Scalpers
cTrader users
AU and NZ residents