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Plus500 Review

4.2Very Good
#9 Ranked

LSE-listed CFD broker with a simple platform, 2,800+ instruments, and strong global regulation.

LSE ListedFTSE 250Simple Platform

Min Deposit

$100

Spreads From

0.6 pips

Max Leverage

1:30

Platforms

2

Overall Rating

4.2

Very Good

Regulated by FCA (UK)

CFDs are complex instruments with high risk of losing money. Plus500 retail accounts lose money trading CFDs.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • FTSE 250 listed company
  • Very simple, intuitive platform
  • Strong global regulation
  • Wide range of CFDs
  • Negative balance protection

Cons

  • No MT4/MT5 support
  • Limited research and education
  • Only CFDs (no real stocks)
  • Higher inactivity fees
Full Plus500 Review

Plus500 is a UK-based CFD broker listed on the London Stock Exchange (FTSE 250), founded in 2008. The broker has built a reputation for its simple, intuitive trading platform that makes CFD trading accessible to retail traders worldwide.

Plus500 offers trading on 2,800+ CFD instruments including forex, stocks, indices, commodities, ETFs, options, and cryptocurrencies. While the broker uses a proprietary platform only (no MT4/MT5), it is designed for simplicity and ease of use, making it popular among traders who prefer a streamlined experience.

The broker is regulated by multiple top-tier authorities including the FCA, CySEC, ASIC, and MAS, and maintains a strong commitment to client fund protection through segregated accounts.

Account Types
Most Popular

Retail

Min Deposit$100
Spreads0.8 pips

Professional

Min Deposit$100
Spreads0.6 pips
ForexStocks CFDsIndicesCommoditiesETFsOptionsCrypto

70+ currency pairs available for trading

Frequently Asked Questions

Score Breakdown4.2/5
Trust & Safety
4.6/5

Regulation, fund safety, track record

Trading Conditions
4.1/5

Spreads, execution, leverage

Platforms & Tools
4.0/5

Platform quality, charting, features

Research & Education
3.5/5

Analysis, webinars, learning materials

Customer Service
4.0/5

Support quality, responsiveness

Mobile Trading
4.4/5

Mobile app quality, features

Quick Facts
Min Deposit
$100
Spreads From
0.6 pips
Max Leverage (Retail)
1:30
Headquarters
Haifa, Israel / London, UK
Founded
2008
Currency Pairs
70+
Commission
None (spread only)
Withdrawal Time
1-3 business days
Inactivity Fee
$10/month after 3 months

Regulators

FCA (UK)CySEC (Cyprus)ASIC (Australia)MAS (Singapore)FMA (NZ)

Platforms

Plus500 WebTraderPlus500 App
Not Available In
USACanadaJapanIran
Last verified: January 9, 2024

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