Pepperstone
Best regulated all-rounder ★ ★ ★ ★ ★★4.8
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Pepperstone vs XTB
A side-by-side look at Pepperstone and XTB — score, fees, platforms and who each one actually fits best.
XTB
Publicly listed, transparent ★ ★ ★ ★ ★★4.6
FCA, KNF and CySEC regulated with a real, accessible affiliate program. KNF fined it in 2026 for MiFID II conduct issues — worth disclosing, not disqualifying for a large public broker.
Quick verdict
Pepperstone scores higher overall (4.8 vs 4.6), but a higher score doesn't automatically mean it's the right pick for you.
Pepperstone is the stronger fit for active traders, cTrader users, TradingView workflows, while XTB is built more around beginner-friendly education, EU/UK regulated access.
Regulation: Pepperstone — Licensed in multiple major jurisdictions. XTB — FCA (522157), CySEC (169/12), KNF (0000217580) - operating since 2002, publicly listed (WSE) since 2016.
Minimum deposit: Pepperstone — No fixed minimum in many regions. XTB — No minimum on standard account.
Side by side
PepperstoneXTB
Best forActive traders, cTrader users, TradingView workflowsBeginner-friendly education, EU/UK regulated access
PlatformsMT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView, Pepperstone platformxStation 5 only
RegulationLicensed in multiple major jurisdictionsFCA (522157), CySEC (169/12), KNF (0000217580) - operating since 2002, publicly listed (WSE) since 2016
Minimum depositNo fixed minimum in many regionsNo minimum on standard account
Pepperstone strengths
- Strong regulation profile
- Excellent platform stack
- Affiliate and IB programs
XTB strengths
- Publicly traded (transparent reporting)
- Accessible affiliate program
- Strong education content
Which one should you pick?
Pick Pepperstone if you're mainly after active traders, cTrader users, TradingView workflows. It stands out for strong regulation profile and excellent platform stack.
Pick XTB if you're mainly after beginner-friendly education, EU/UK regulated access. It stands out for publicly traded (transparent reporting) and accessible affiliate program.
Common questions
Pepperstone vs XTB FAQ
Is Pepperstone better than XTB?
Pepperstone scores higher in our rating (4.8 vs 4.6), but XTB may still be the better fit if you specifically need beginner-friendly education, EU/UK regulated access.
What's the difference in regulation between Pepperstone and XTB?
Pepperstone: Licensed in multiple major jurisdictions. XTB: FCA (522157), CySEC (169/12), KNF (0000217580) - operating since 2002, publicly listed (WSE) since 2016.