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CMC Markets vs OANDA 2026
A detailed head-to-head comparison of CMC Markets and OANDA across regulation, trading costs, platforms, and more.
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CMC Markets vs OANDA: Our Analysis
Overall Verdict
With an overall score of 83.5/100 vs 79.6/100, CMC Markets slightly edges out OANDA by 3.9 points. Both brokers are closely matched, so your choice should come down to specific features that matter most to you.
Trading Costs
On the EUR/USD pair, CMC Markets offers an average spread of 0.70 pips with a $5.00 round-turn commission, while OANDA comes in at 1.40 pips commission-free. CMC Markets offers tighter pricing on EUR/USD. Minimum deposit is $0 at CMC Markets and $0 at OANDA.
Regulation & Safety
CMC Markets holds 5 regulatory licenses with a highest tier of Tier 1 (FCA, ASIC, BaFin), while OANDA has 6 licenses at Tier 1 (FCA, CFTC/NFA, ASIC). OANDA has more regulatory licenses overall.
Platform Comparison
CMC Markets offers MT4, Next Generation — uniquely offering Next Generation which OANDA does not have. OANDA supports MT4, MT5, TradingView, OANDA Trade, with exclusive access to MT5, TradingView, OANDA Trade. OANDA provides a wider platform selection.
Who Should Choose Which?
CMC Markets suits cost-conscious traders, traders who want advanced tools, traders wanting a wide instrument range, while OANDA is better for traders who prioritize safety. Both brokers offer demo accounts, so you can test each before committing real funds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Based on our testing, CMC Markets scores higher overall at 83.5/100 compared to OANDA's 79.6/100. However, "better" depends on your priorities — OANDA may be superior in specific categories like regulation.
CMC Markets offers tighter spreads with an average EUR/USD spread of 0.70 pips, compared to 1.40 pips at OANDA. Check our detailed comparison table above for GBP/USD and USD/JPY spreads as well.
OANDA scores higher for regulation and trust at 95/100, holding licenses from FCA, CFTC/NFA, ASIC. CMC Markets scores 92/100 with FCA, ASIC, BaFin.
Both brokers score 80/100 for education and research, making either a reasonable choice for beginners. Consider minimum deposit (CMC Markets: $0, OANDA: $0) and platform ease-of-use when deciding.
Yes, there is no restriction on having accounts with both CMC Markets and OANDA simultaneously. Many experienced traders maintain accounts with multiple brokers to take advantage of each broker's strengths — for example, using one for its lower spreads on majors and another for its wider instrument range or better platform features.
Reviewed by
Neil CNeil C is a financial markets analyst and forex trading specialist with over 10 years of experience evaluating broker platforms, trading conditions, and regulatory frameworks. He has personally tested accounts with dozens of brokers and brings a data-driven methodology to every review.
Last updated: April 2026