CMC Markets vs Plus500 — Which Is Better for You?

Compare CMC Markets and Plus500 to find the right broker for you.

Quick Verdict

Choose CMC Markets for advanced charting, research tools, and spread betting (UK); choose Plus500 for simplicity and guaranteed stops.

Broker	Pros	Cons
CMC Markets See Review →	Award-winning proprietary Next Generation platform Excellent charting with 115+ technical indicators Competitive spreads on 12,000+ instruments Extensive research and market analysis Strong FCA and ASIC regulation Pattern recognition scanner and trading ideas	Inactivity fee (£10/month after 12 months) CFDs and spread betting only (no real stocks outside UK) Spread betting only available to UK/Ireland residents Minimum deposit varies by country Complex platform may overwhelm beginners
Plus500 See Review →	No commission on CFD trades, only spreads Clean and intuitive trading interface Wide range of CFD instruments (2,800+) Guaranteed stop loss orders available Strong regulation (FCA, CySEC, ASIC, MAS) Demo account with $40,000 virtual funds	CFDs only - no real stocks or assets Limited research and educational resources Inactivity fee ($10/month after 3 months) No MetaTrader support Customer support could be more responsive