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Libertex vs Plus500

Side-by-side comparison of regulation, trading costs, platforms, and account types for Libertex and Plus500.

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.

Plus500Trust 8.3/10
ASIC
FCA
CySEC
FMA-NZ

CFD specialist with proprietary platform. Listed on London Stock Exchange (PLUS.L). 7 global regulators including FMA-NZ. Best for ease of use, not for advanced trading.

Quick verdict

  • Trust: Plus500 has the higher trust score.
  • EUR/USD spread: Libertex is tighter on EUR/USD.

Side-by-side comparison

FeatureLibertexPlus500
Trust score8.08.3
RegulatorsCySECASIC, FCA, CySEC, FMA-NZ, MAS, FSCA
HeadquartersLimassol, Cyprus
Founded1997
Min deposit$100$100
Max leverage1:301:30
EUR/USD spread0.50 pips0.80 pips
Commission per lot$0.00$0.00
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

Plus500 is best for

Beginners
CFD traders
NZ residents wanting FMA-regulated broker