StarTrader vs Vantage Markets (2026)
Vantage's international USD RAW ECN schedule lists USD 6 round turn. STARTRADER's ECN page leaves the numeric rate unspecified. Confirm that you are comparing equivalent tiers: ECN, Prime ECN and PRO ECN are not interchangeable.
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Published account terms, not a live spread or withdrawal test. Source check dates are shown below.
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 ↗Vantage Markets
RAW ECN · USD forex account
USD 6 round turn
USD 3 per side, USD 6 for opening and closing one standard forex lot. Other account currencies have their own rates.
International RAW ECN account page; it expressly distinguishes this service from the UK entity. Confirm your legal company and account currency.
Source checked
Read Vantage Markets’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.
Get the missing ECN quote before comparing
Vantage totals USD 8 at one standard lot and an assumed 0.2-pip spread. STARTRADER’s ordinary ECN total stays unknown until its commission is confirmed. At the same assumed spread, a USD 6 round-turn quote would tie that example; this is a break-even calculation, not a STARTRADER rate.
Ask the broker:
For the legal company serving my country, what is the total opening-and-closing commission for one standard EUR/USD lot on an ordinary ECN USD account? Please confirm the platform, any minimum charge and whether this is ECN or a separate Prime/PRO tier.
A complete comparison needs both commission quotes. An unknown rate is not zero.
Three differences to check before applying
Keep premium tiers separate
STARTRADER Prime ECN and Vantage PRO ECN are separate from the ordinary ECN/RAW ECN accounts. A premium headline rate may have different entry conditions.
Use the right account currency
Vantage publishes separate currency-denominated commission rates. The USD illustration below cannot be copied directly into a GBP or EUR account.
Match the agreement to the pricing
The Vantage source is international, not its UK entity's schedule. Confirm the company offering your account before relying on the quote.
Funding, platforms and source notes
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.
Vantage Markets
The international RAW ECN page displays USD 50; its FAQ calls this the minimum recommended amount and says an account can stay open with no balance. Confirm initial funding and payment-method limits for your entity. PRO ECN is a separate tier.
The RAW ECN page lists MT4 and MT5 apps. Confirm the platform and account together; this USD forex example does not describe every Vantage account.
- Vantage international RAW ECN account ↗
USD 3 per side / USD 6 round turn; USD 50 funding wording and MT4/MT5. The international service is distinct from the UK entity.
Before funding: compare how you can withdraw
A 24-hour processing statement is not a promise that the money reaches your bank in 24 hours. Compare the payment method, verification requirements and charges for the company opening your account.
STARTRADER
Its published policy requires completed identity verification (KYC) and normally returns withdrawals to the original funding source. It generally processes a valid, approved request within 24 hours; receipt is usually 1–7 business days. Bank or payment-provider charges may reduce the amount received. Confirm the method and applicable charges before depositing.
Read STARTRADER’s withdrawal policy ↗Vantage Markets
Its international policy also uses return to source and may require additional documents. It generally processes withdrawals within 24 hours, but receipt may take 1–7 business days or longer. Bank/intermediary charges can apply. For specified card, e-wallet and alternative-payment deposits withdrawn after no or minimal trading, it reserves merchant and discretionary handling fees.
Read Vantage Markets’s withdrawal policy ↗Before choosing either account, confirm the receiving method, expected arrival time, verification status and total charges for your country and legal company. These are published policies, not withdrawal tests. Sources checked .
Prepare verification before your first withdrawal →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 | StarTrader | Vantage Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Australia: possible retail route | STARTRADER Prime Global Pty Ltd — confirmed mapping; confirm your agreement. | Vantage Global Prime Pty Ltd — confirmed mapping; confirm your agreement. No Clarytrade referral for this market. This does not itself mean the broker rejects residents. |
| South Africa: possible retail route | StarTrader International Pty Ltd — likely mapping; confirm your agreement. | Vantage Markets (Pty) Ltd — likely mapping; confirm your agreement. |
| United Kingdom: possible retail route | STARTRADER Financial Markets Limited — likely mapping; confirm your agreement. | No retail entity mapped; do not infer eligibility from a group licence. |
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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 | StarTrader | Vantage Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Clarity Score | 75 | 83 |
| Risk level | Higher risk | Higher risk |
| Regulators | ASIC, FSCA, FSC, FSA, CMA (UAE) | ASIC, FSCA, CIMA |
| Segregated funds | Yes | Yes |
| Editorial cost index | $$··· | $$··· |
| Max leverage (intl.) | 500:1 | 500:1 |
| Withdrawal processing estimate | ≤24 hrs | Same–next day |
| Demo account | Yes | Yes |
| Copy trading | Yes — confirm account eligibility | Yes — confirm account eligibility |
| 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, StarTrader or Vantage Markets?
Vantage's international USD RAW ECN schedule lists USD 6 round turn. STARTRADER's ECN page leaves the numeric rate unspecified. Confirm that you are comparing equivalent tiers: ECN, Prime ECN and PRO ECN are not interchangeable.
Which accounts does the cost example compare?
StarTrader: ECN (not Prime ECN). Vantage Markets: RAW ECN · USD forex account. 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?
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