Head-to-head comparison

AMarkets vs CMC Markets

A side-by-side look at AMarkets and CMC Markets — score, fees, platforms and who each one actually fits best.

CMC Markets

Publicly listed, deep instrument range
4.2

Publicly traded (LSE: CMCX), long track record since 1989, broad CFD and forex range.

Quick verdict

CMC Markets scores higher overall (4.2 vs 1.0), but a higher score doesn't automatically mean it's the right pick for you.

AMarkets is the stronger fit for copy trading, MetaTrader users, broker comparison research, while CMC Markets is built more around wide market range, advanced charting via Next Generation platform.

Regulation: AMarkets — Multiple entities; verify your registration entity. CMC Markets — FCA, ASIC and more.

Minimum deposit: AMarkets — Check account type before funding. CMC Markets — No minimum.

Side by side

AMarketsCMC Markets
Best forCopy trading, MetaTrader users, broker comparison researchWide market range, advanced charting via Next Generation platform
PlatformsMT4, MT5, copy trading, web/mobile toolsNext Generation, MT4
RegulationMultiple entities; verify your registration entityFCA, ASIC and more
Minimum depositCheck account type before fundingNo minimum

AMarkets strengths

  • Copy trading materials
  • MetaTrader support
  • Affiliate-ready broker

CMC Markets strengths

  • Publicly traded since 1989
  • Very wide instrument range
  • Advanced charting

Which one should you pick?

Pick AMarkets if you're mainly after copy trading, MetaTrader users, broker comparison research. It stands out for copy trading materials and metaTrader support.

Pick CMC Markets if you're mainly after wide market range, advanced charting via Next Generation platform. It stands out for publicly traded since 1989 and very wide instrument range.

Common questions

AMarkets vs CMC Markets FAQ

Is AMarkets better than CMC Markets?

CMC Markets scores higher in our rating (4.2 vs 1.0), but AMarkets may still be the better fit if you specifically need copy trading, MetaTrader users, broker comparison research.

What's the difference in regulation between AMarkets and CMC Markets?

AMarkets: Multiple entities; verify your registration entity. CMC Markets: FCA, ASIC and more.

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