The Matchup · RoboForex vs JustMarkets
Tested live · 2026 UK
RoboForex
12,000+ instruments, largest selection. RoboForex runs on MT4, MT5, cTrader, R StocksTrader with 24/7 Live Chat support and a free UK demo account.
Regulation
IFSC
Founded
2009
EUR/USD Spread
0.0-0.4 pips
Commission
$4/lot (ECN)
Min Deposit
$10
Max Leverage
1:2000
- 12,000+ instruments, largest selection
- cTrader platform available
- Lowest CFD loss rate (65%)
JustMarkets
$1 minimum deposit. JustMarkets runs on MT4, MT5 with 24/7 Live Chat support and a free UK demo account.
Regulation
SVGFSA, FSA
Founded
2012
EUR/USD Spread
0.0-0.5 pips
Commission
None (Standard)
Min Deposit
$1
Max Leverage
1:3000
- $1 minimum deposit
- 1:3000 leverage, second highest
- Cent accounts available
Head-to-head in one line: RoboForex scores 4.3/5 with a Trustpilot score of 4.5/5, while JustMarkets scores 4.1/5 with 4.1/5. RoboForex wins with 12,000+ instruments, cTrader platform, lower CFD loss rates, and much larger community. JustMarkets offers higher leverage and lower entry, but weaker regulation and fewer features.
Side-by-Side Snapshot
The table below is the 30-second view, every key metric we score, with the column winner highlighted. Read on for the narrative behind each number.
Overall Rating
Min. Deposit
Typical Spread
Commission
Regulation
Trading Platforms
Max Leverage
Markets
Trustpilot
Withdrawals
Founded
Spreads, Commissions & Total Cost
Trading costs are the single biggest variable that decides which broker is genuinely cheaper for your style. RoboForex quotes a typical EUR/USD spread of 0.0-0.4 pips with $4/lot (ECN), while JustMarkets quotes 0.0-0.5 pips with None (Standard). Those headline figures are usually advertised under ideal conditions: London open with deep liquidity. During the Asian session, rollover at 22:00 GMT or major UK and US data releases, both brokers will widen spreads, sometimes materially.
Look beyond the spread. Commission structures, swap rates on overnight positions, currency conversion fees on a GBP base account and inactivity fees can quietly double your real cost of trading. Spread-only accounts look cheaper on paper but bake the broker margin into a wider quote, whereas raw-spread accounts plus a per-lot commission often work out cheaper for traders running more than 5 lots a week.
RoboForex
0.0-0.4 pips
Typical EUR/USD spread. Commission $4/lot (ECN). Min deposit $10. Max leverage 1:2000.
JustMarkets
0.0-0.5 pips
Typical EUR/USD spread. Commission None (Standard). Min deposit $1. Max leverage 1:3000.
Platforms & Trading Tools
RoboForex ships with MT4, MT5, cTrader, R StocksTrader, while JustMarkets runs MT4, MT5. The platform stack matters more than most UK traders realise: charting depth, order-type breadth, mobile parity and API access all change how you execute a strategy under pressure.
For discretionary chart traders, both brokers cover the basics, multi-timeframe analysis, drawing tools, watchlists and a usable mobile app. For algorithmic traders, MetaTrader access is non-negotiable, and so is server uptime during high-volatility windows like the FOMC release or UK CPI. RoboForex gives access to 12,000+ (Forex, Stocks, ETFs, Indices, Commodities, Crypto), while JustMarkets covers 260+.
Regulation, FSCS & Client Money Protection
RoboForex is authorised by IFSC and JustMarkets by SVGFSA, FSA. FCA authorisation is the gold standard for UK retail traders. It means client money is segregated from the broker's own balance sheet at a tier-1 UK bank, negative balance protection is enforced for retail clients, leverage on major FX pairs is capped at 30:1 for UK retail accounts and CFD risk warnings must disclose retail loss percentages, currently 65% at RoboForex and 70% at JustMarkets.
Where a firm is FCA-authorised, eligible UK clients are covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme and could claim up to £85,000 per person, per firm, if the broker became insolvent. Always confirm which legal entity will hold your money at sign-up, because offshore entities in the same group do not carry FSCS cover.
Pros & Cons Compared
RoboForex
Pros
- 12,000+ instruments, largest selection
- cTrader platform available
- Lowest CFD loss rate (65%)
- CopyFX social trading
- 1:2000 leverage
Cons
- IFSC regulation only, weak oversight
- No FCA protection
- No Islamic accounts
- Higher ECN commission ($4/lot)
JustMarkets
Pros
- $1 minimum deposit
- 1:3000 leverage, second highest
- Cent accounts available
- Commission-free standard
- Islamic accounts
Cons
- SVGFSA regulation, very weak
- Only 260 instruments
- Fewer reviews and smaller brand
- No advanced platforms
Who Should Choose Which Broker
Choose RoboForex if…
You want multi-asset traders, ctrader fans, stock traders. With a 4.3/5 overall score, a minimum deposit of $10, spreads from 0.0-0.4 pips and MT4, MT5, cTrader, R StocksTrader as your platform options, RoboForex suits UK traders who value 12,000+ instruments, largest selection.
Choose JustMarkets if…
You want ultra-low capital beginners, high leverage needs, islamic account users. With a 4.1/5 overall score, a minimum deposit of $1, spreads from 0.0-0.5 pips and MT4, MT5 as your platform options, JustMarkets fits UK traders who value $1 minimum deposit.
Worked Cost Example, 10 Lots a Month
Assume a UK trader running 10 standard lots of EUR/USD per month on a GBP-base account, spread-only. Using the typical advertised spreads, the indicative monthly spread cost is roughly:
RoboForex
~£0.00
Based on 0 pip × £10/pip × 10 lots
JustMarkets
~£0.00
Based on 0 pip × £10/pip × 10 lots
Indicative only. Actual cost depends on live spreads, account type, commission tier, swap charges on overnight positions and GBP/USD conversion. Always confirm with the broker's live cost calculator before opening a position.
Funding, Account Types, Support and Education Compared
Once spreads and platforms have been weighed up, the day-to-day experience of running an account is decided by less visible details: how quickly money moves in and out, which account tiers you qualify for, what happens when you need a human being on the phone, and how much genuinely useful research is published each week. These are the areas where RoboForex and JustMarkets tend to separate for UK traders, and they are the reasons people move brokers after the first year rather than the first week.
Both firms accept UK debit cards and bank transfers in GBP, both complete mandated identity and source-of-funds checks before releasing a first withdrawal, and both hold retail client money in segregated accounts. Where they differ is in processing windows, the number of account tiers offered and the depth of the education library aimed specifically at UK retail clients rather than a global audience.
RoboForex
- Funding and withdrawals
- Deposits from $10 via Bank, Card, Skrill, Neteller, Crypto, with withdrawals settled in 1-3 days back to the original funding method.
- Platforms and account tiers
- MT4, MT5, cTrader, R StocksTrader. Account types: Pro, ECN, Prime, ProCent, R StocksTrader, with a free demo on every platform so you can test execution before funding.
- Education and research
- Analytics, webinars. Support is 24/7 Live Chat, which matters when a position is open and something goes wrong.
- Safety net
- IFSC, trading since 2009, negative balance protection for retail clients and a published retail loss rate of 65%.
JustMarkets
- Funding and withdrawals
- Deposits from $1 via Bank, Card, Skrill, Neteller, Crypto, with withdrawals settled in 1-3 days back to the original funding method.
- Platforms and account tiers
- MT4, MT5. Account types: Standard, Standard Cent, Pro, Raw Spread, with a free demo on every platform so you can test execution before funding.
- Education and research
- Basic tutorials. Support is 24/7 Live Chat, which matters when a position is open and something goes wrong.
- Safety net
- SVGFSA, FSA, trading since 2012, negative balance protection for retail clients and a published retail loss rate of 70%.
How to Decide Between RoboForex and JustMarkets
There is no universally correct answer to this match-up, because both brokers meet the same minimum standards on client money, leverage caps and risk disclosure. What changes is fit. The six checks below are the ones our test desk works through before recommending one broker over another, and they take under an hour to complete yourself.
1. Price your own trade size
Take the number of lots you realistically trade in a month and multiply it by the quoted spread plus any commission. On the figures above, RoboForex costs roughly £0.00 a month at 10 lots against £0.00 for JustMarkets. Small differences compound quickly at higher volume.
2. Test the platform you will actually use
Open a demo on MT4 and MT4 and place the same order both ways. Charting depth matters less than whether you can size, place and close a position quickly under pressure.
3. Check the spread during your session
Advertised spreads are captured in ideal conditions. If you trade the Asian session, at rollover, or in the minutes around UK CPI and US non-farm payrolls, screenshot the live quotes at both brokers before deciding.
4. Confirm the entity and product
Verify which regulated entity will hold your money. RoboForex operates under IFSC; JustMarkets under SVGFSA, FSA. Only the UK-authorised entity carries FCA conduct rules and FSCS cover.
5. Stress-test withdrawals early
Fund the minimum, place one small trade, then request a withdrawal. RoboForex settled in 1-3 days and JustMarkets in 1-3 days in our testing.
6. Keep the safety net in view
Where FSCS cover applies it protects up to £85,000 per person, per firm. If your balance approaches that ceiling, splitting it across both brokers increases your total protected amount.
Instruments: 12,000+ vs 260
RoboForex offers over 12,000 tradeable instruments, more than virtually any other broker. This includes thousands of individual stocks, ETFs, indices, commodities, and crypto CFDs. JustMarkets offers 260 instruments focused on forex and basic CFDs. For traders wanting a single broker for everything from forex to US stocks, RoboForex is unmatched. JustMarkets covers only the essentials.
Platforms: cTrader Advantage
RoboForex offers cTrader alongside MT4 and MT5, plus its proprietary R StocksTrader for equity trading. cTrader is praised for superior charting, Level II pricing, and faster execution. JustMarkets offers only MT4 and MT5. For discretionary traders who value platform quality, RoboForex's cTrader access is a significant differentiator.
Regulation: Both Offshore
Neither broker holds FCA, CySEC, or ASIC regulation. RoboForex operates under IFSC (Belize), while JustMarkets uses SVGFSA and FSA. Both are considered offshore, weak regulators with limited client protection. UK traders should understand they have no FSCS protection with either broker. RoboForex's longer track record (2009) and 9,200+ Trustpilot reviews provide some additional confidence.
Leverage: 1:2000 vs 1:3000
JustMarkets edges RoboForex on maximum leverage: 1:3000 vs 1:2000. In practice, very few strategies require leverage beyond 1:500. Both are far above what's needed for most trading styles. The difference is academic for 99% of traders, but for those running specific high-leverage strategies, JustMarkets offers more headroom.
Copy Trading: CopyFX vs JustMarkets Copy
RoboForex's CopyFX platform is well-established with a large provider community and detailed performance statistics. JustMarkets offers copy trading but with a smaller provider pool. RoboForex's CopyFX has better filtering, risk controls, and a longer track record. For copy traders, RoboForex provides a more mature ecosystem.
CFD Loss Rates: 65% vs 70%
RoboForex reports a 65% CFD loss rate, the lowest among the brokers we review. JustMarkets reports 70%. While both indicate most retail traders lose money, RoboForex's lower figure may suggest better tools, education, or a more experienced client base. This metric isn't directly comparable across brokers (methodology varies), but it's worth noting.
Our 2026 Verdict
RoboForex edges ahead in our scoring. RoboForex wins with 12,000+ instruments, cTrader platform, lower CFD loss rates, and much larger community. JustMarkets offers higher leverage and lower entry, but weaker regulation and fewer features. Pick RoboForex for multi-asset traders, ctrader fans, stock traders, and JustMarkets for ultra-low capital beginners, high leverage needs, islamic account users.
Our practical recommendation: open a free demo with both, run your normal setup for two trading weeks, and let live execution, spreads and platform feel make the final call.
Frequently Asked Questions
The questions UK traders send us most often about RoboForex and JustMarkets, their spreads, regulation and how our live testing works.
1.Is RoboForex better than JustMarkets for UK traders in 2026?
RoboForex has an overall rating of 4.3/5 compared to JustMarkets's 4.1/5 in our independent UK testing. RoboForex wins with 12,000+ instruments, cTrader platform, lower CFD loss rates, and much larger community. JustMarkets offers higher leverage and lower entry, but weaker regulation and fewer features. Casual UK retail traders will not be locked out of either, but cost-sensitive scalpers should compare the live spreads daily before committing.
2.Are both RoboForex and JustMarkets FCA regulated and FSCS protected?
RoboForex is regulated by IFSC and JustMarkets by SVGFSA, FSA. Check which entity will actually hold your money, because FCA cover and FSCS protection only apply to the UK-authorised entity. Negative balance protection applies on retail CFD accounts at both firms.
3.Which broker has lower spreads, RoboForex or JustMarkets?
RoboForex advertises EUR/USD from 0.0-0.4 pips with $4/lot (ECN) commission, while JustMarkets advertises 0.0-0.5 pips with None (Standard). Real spreads widen during news releases, the Asia session and rollover, so headline numbers are a guide rather than a guarantee.
4.Can I use MetaTrader 4 or MetaTrader 5 with both brokers?
RoboForex supports MT4, MT5, cTrader, R StocksTrader, while JustMarkets supports MT4, MT5. Both provide free demo accounts so you can stress-test execution, charting and order types before funding.
5.Which broker is safer for a UK beginner?
Both firms are held to the conduct standards of their regulators, so the headline protections are broadly comparable. The practical difference comes down to education quality, deposit minimums and platform complexity: RoboForex offers Analytics, webinars against JustMarkets's Basic tutorials, with minimum deposits of $10 and $1 respectively.
6.How long do deposits and withdrawals take with RoboForex and JustMarkets?
RoboForex settled withdrawals in 1-3 days in our tests, against 1-3 days on JustMarkets. RoboForex funds via Bank, Card, Skrill, Neteller, Crypto; JustMarkets via Bank, Card, Skrill, Neteller, Crypto. A first withdrawal can take longer because identity and source-of-funds checks are completed before the payment is released.
7.What are the account types on each broker?
RoboForex offers Pro, ECN, Prime, ProCent, R StocksTrader, while JustMarkets offers Standard, Standard Cent, Pro, Raw Spread. Both cap the first withdrawal to the original funding source under anti-money-laundering rules.
8.Can I hold an account with both RoboForex and JustMarkets at the same time?
Yes, and many experienced UK traders do exactly that. Running two accounts gives you a fallback if one platform suffers an outage during a volatile session, and it lets you route different strategies to whichever broker prices them better. The trade-offs are more admin at tax time and split margin that reduces buying power in each account.
9.Which broker is better for scalping and high-frequency strategies?
Scalpers are the most cost-sensitive traders, so the choice is decided by the all-in cost per round turn. RoboForex quotes 0.0-0.4 pips plus $4/lot (ECN), against JustMarkets's 0.0-0.5 pips plus None (Standard). Run at least two weeks of your normal strategy on both and log actual fill prices rather than quoted ones.
CFD Risk Warning
CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 65% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with RoboForex. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
CFD Risk Warning
CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 70% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with JustMarkets. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
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