PU Prime vs StarTrader (2026)
PU Prime's Prime account lists USD 7 round-turn commission and a USD 1,000 entry amount for a USD account. Its USD 2 ECN rate belongs to a separate USD 10,000 tier. STARTRADER's ordinary ECN page gives no numeric commission: obtain that quote before deciding which account costs less.
By Clarytrade research · Comparison updated · Method and limitations
Account fees: what the sources actually say
Published account terms, not a live spread or withdrawal test. Source check dates are shown below.
PU Prime
Prime · MetaTrader · USD forex illustration
USD 7 round turn
USD 3.50 per side for one standard forex lot. The separate ECN tier lists USD 1 per side; that is not the Prime account rate.
International account documents, not a quote for every PU Prime entity. Prime and ECN are separate account tiers.
Source checked
Read PU Prime’s account source ↗StarTrader
ECN (not Prime ECN)
Quote needed
Numeric ECN commission not stated on the account page checked. Ask for the rate for opening and closing one standard forex lot.
Global account page; obtain a quote for your entity and account currency.
Source checked
Read StarTrader’s account source ↗Compare the cost of your quotes
EUR/USD · USD account · one opening and closing trade. Both spreads start at an assumed 0.2 pips. Replace them with comparable quotes from the same trading session.
A complete comparison needs both commission quotes. An unknown rate is not zero.
Three differences to check before applying
Compare the tier you can open
PU Prime Prime and PU Prime ECN have different commissions and funding requirements. STARTRADER Prime ECN is also a separate tier, with a USD 10,000 upgrade balance. Similar names do not mean equivalent accounts.
A payment minimum is not an account minimum
PU Prime's payment-method article generally lists USD 50, but its USD Prime account requires USD 1,000 to unlock trading. Confirm the account threshold and payment-method limit separately.
Get STARTRADER's ordinary ECN quote
Request the EUR/USD commission per side in your account currency, plus the required funding. Do not substitute a Prime ECN headline rate for an ordinary ECN quote. Then compare spreads from the same trading session.
Funding, platforms and source notes
PU Prime
For a USD account, the account table lists USD 1,000 for Prime and USD 10,000 for ECN. The help centre specifies account-currency thresholds, with USD-equivalent rules for HKD and JPY. An account can remain read-only until its threshold is met; a deposit-method minimum is a separate limit.
The account table lists MT4, MT5, PU Web Trader and the PU Prime app. This calculator uses the MetaTrader rounding note: at 0.01 lot, each USD 0.035 commission side rounds to USD 0.04, making USD 0.08 in total.
- PU Prime account types ↗
Separate Prime and ECN commissions and entry amounts; MetaTrader rounds commission per side to two decimal places.
- PU Prime account activation requirements ↗
Thresholds by account and currency; accounts may remain read-only before the required funding is met.
- PU Prime payment-method limits ↗
Payment-method limits are distinct from account activation requirements and can vary by region.
StarTrader
Confirm the ECN entry requirement. Prime ECN is a separate tier: its upgrade page specifies a USD 10,000 balance and ongoing activity conditions.
The account table lists MT4, MT5, WebTrader and the app. Confirm the combination offered by your entity.
- STARTRADER account comparison ↗
ECN commission is described without a numeric rate; account types and platforms are listed.
- STARTRADER Prime ECN terms ↗
A separate account tier. The upgrade section sets a USD 10,000 balance and activity conditions; its FAQ is less explicit about ongoing conditions. Obtain written terms.
Which company could hold your account?
Existing country mappings are separate from the pricing documents above. They do not confirm that those exact fees apply to your entity, or that an application will be accepted.
| Check | PU Prime | StarTrader |
|---|---|---|
| Australia: possible retail route | PU Prime Limited — likely mapping; confirm your agreement. | STARTRADER Financial Markets Limited — likely mapping; confirm your agreement. |
| South Africa: possible retail route | PU Prime (Pty) Ltd — likely mapping; confirm your agreement. | StarTrader International Pty Ltd — likely mapping; confirm your agreement. |
| United Kingdom: possible retail route | PU Prime Limited — likely mapping; confirm your agreement. | Listed as unavailable in our country records. |
Compare the accounts available in your country
Open the comparison for your country, confirm the company and account terms, then use the broker’s application if you decide to proceed. Clarytrade does not open or hold trading accounts. Identity checks and acceptance are handled by the broker.
Full comparison
| Metric | PU Prime | StarTrader |
|---|---|---|
| Clarity Score | 75 | 75 |
| Risk level | Higher risk | Higher risk |
| Regulators | FSCA, CMA (UAE), FSA, FSC | FSCA, FSC |
| Segregated funds | Yes | Yes |
| Editorial cost index | $$··· | $$··· |
| Max leverage (intl.) | 1000:1 | 500:1 |
| Withdrawal processing estimate | Reported instant | Within 24h |
| Demo account | Yes | Yes |
| Copy trading | Yes — eligibility varies by region | Yes — eligibility varies by region |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, Proprietary, Web, iOS, Android | MT4, MT5, Proprietary, Web, iOS, Android |
Brand-level research overview, not an account quote. Scores follow our published method; the cost index is not a measured spread. Withdrawal timings are estimates, not controlled tests. Use the sourced account section above for pricing and funding qualifications.
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Common questions
Which is cheaper, PU Prime or StarTrader?
PU Prime's Prime account lists USD 7 round-turn commission and a USD 1,000 entry amount for a USD account. Its USD 2 ECN rate belongs to a separate USD 10,000 tier. STARTRADER's ordinary ECN page gives no numeric commission: obtain that quote before deciding which account costs less.
Which accounts does the cost example compare?
PU Prime: Prime · MetaTrader · USD forex illustration. StarTrader: ECN (not Prime ECN). This is a USD EUR/USD illustration. Published commissions are scoped to the linked account documents, and the starting spreads are assumptions. Other entities, platforms, account tiers and currencies may price differently.
Does the brand's regulation apply to my account?
The legal company on your agreement determines which regulatory rules apply. Match that company to the official register and check whether it accepts retail clients in your country. A brand-wide score or a licence held by another group company does not settle this.
Can I open an account through Clarytrade?
Clarytrade provides broker research and comparison tools. If you choose to apply, the broker handles your application, identity checks and acceptance. Some outbound links earn Clarytrade commission; others are research-only routes. Country availability and referral availability are separate checks.