Written by David Johnson
Fact checked by Angelo Martins
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Last updated August, 2024

Darwinex Overall rating

4.2
Ranked 49 out of 827 (Forex Brokers)
Overall rating is derived from an aggregate of ratings in multiple categories.
Rating Weight
Popularity
3.7
3
Regulation
5.0
2
User Rating
Not rated
3
Pricing rating
Not rated
1
Features
Not rated
1
Customer Support
Not rated
1

Pros

  • Regulated by multiple authorities including UK FCA and Spain CNMV.
  • Offers competitive forex and commodities spreads.
  • High popularity rating among users with 488,135 organic monthly visits.
  • Well-established, founded in 2012.
  • Wide range of tradable instruments including forex, stocks, and ETFs.
  • Available on multiple platforms: MetaTrader 4 and 5.

Cons

  • No user reviews available.
  • Not licensed as a bank.
  • Swap rates on some instruments are less competitive.
  • Does not provide its financials publicly.
* As of July 1, 2024

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Trustworthiness & Regulation

* As of July 1, 2024

Darwinex is a well-established broker, founded in 2012. It is regulated by multiple authorities including the UK FCA and Spain CNMV, which ensures a high level of trust and security. Despite having no user reviews available, it holds a popularity rating of 3.9 out of 5, reflecting significant user engagement and web traffic.

Darwinex ranks 100 out of 815 forex brokers based on user ratings and 28 based on expert ratings. It gets 488,135 organic monthly visits, ranking 53 out of 815 for organic traffic. It is important to keep in mind that in the past, even highly regulated and successful financial firms have failed.

Company Licenses & Regulations Segregated Client Money Deposit Compensation Scheme Negative Balance Protection Rebates Max. Leverage Retail Clients
Tradeslide Trading Tech Limited up to £85,000 30 : 1
Tradeslide Global LTD 200 : 1
Sapiens Markets EU Sociedad de Valores SA up to €100,000 30 : 1

Deposit Insurance

Darwinex provides deposit insurance under its regulatory frameworks. In Spain, through Sapien Markets EU Sociedad de Valores SA, it offers segregated client money, a deposit compensation scheme, and negative balance protection with a maximum leverage of 30:1 for retail clients.

In the UK, Tradeslide Trading Tech Ltd also provides segregated client money, a deposit compensation scheme, and negative balance protection, again with a maximum leverage of 30:1.

However, Tradeslide Global Ltd, regulated by Seychelles SC FSA, offers segregated client money but does not provide a deposit compensation scheme or negative balance protection, with a higher leverage limit of 200:1.

Spreads and Costs

* As of July 1, 2024

Darwinex offers competitive average spreads and costs in the forex and commodities asset classes compared to other industry-leading brokers. This broker has in-line average spreads and costs across most asset classes.

Combined Spread/Commission Costs by Asset Class Compared to Market Leading Brokers

Broker - Account Type Crypto Average Forex Average Indices Average Commodities Average
Darwinex – Standard - 1.71 - 0.14
Exness – Zero 5.45 1.01 1.81 0.03
IC Markets - Raw Spread 10.12 2.05 1.17 0.13
HFM – Zero Spread 21.54 1.60 4.59 0.12
RoboForex – ECN - 2.13 - 0.15
FBS - Standard 24.23 4.09 - 0.23
Vantage Markets – Raw ECN 7.99 1.40 - 0.09

Crypto averages comprise (BTCUSD, ETHUSD), forex averages comprise (EURUSD, USDJPY, GBPJPY, EURGBP, AUDNZD, CADCHF), indices averages comprise (US30, AUS200), and commodities average comprises (XAUUSD, XAGUSD). Data is sampled every 10 seconds for 24 hours to calculate the average. Forex is stated in pips, and the others are stated in base currency. All spreads including both spread and commission calculated in.

Our data comes from our sophisticated spread analyzer tool, which collects live account information and syncs with our performance analytics system. To compare all brokers and instruments with the latest live data, visit our spread analyzer tool. A spread is the difference between the bid (sell) and ask (buy) price of an asset and can vary widely between brokers and account types.

Some brokers charge higher spreads but no commission, while others charge both, making it crucial to assess the total cost, which includes both spread and commission. Our values reflect this all-in cost. Note that some brokers may set low costs on popular pairs like EURUSD but higher rates on other instruments.

Many brokers also advertise "as low as" spreads that may not reflect the true average or include commissions. Comparing true all-in cost averages across various instruments and asset classes is vital for accurate assessment.

Combined Spread/Commission Costs Per Instrument Compared to Market Leading Brokers

Broker - Account Type BTCUSD ETHUSD EURUSD USDJPY GBPJPY EURGBP AUDNZD CADCHF AUS200 US30 XAUUSD XAGUSD
Darwinex – Standard - - 0.78 1.66 2.69 1 .14 2.24 1.76 3.35 - 0.26 0.01
Exness – Zero 9.50 1.39 0.44 2.03 1.61 0.45 0.98 0.53 1.92 1.70 0.04 0.01
IC Markets - Raw Spread 17.29 3.00 0.97 1.83 3.03 1.06 4.03 1.53 1.30 1.04 0.23 0.03
HFM – ZeroSpread 38.63 4.45 0.76 1.50 1.72 0.63 2.93 2.04 1.39 7.79 0.20 0.04
RoboForex – ECN - - 0.65 1.28 2.50 0.92 5.81 1.59 - 1.17 0.29 0.01
FBS – Standard 46.41 2.05 1.91 3.46 6.04 3.31 5.01 4.79 - 6.09 0.42 0.04
Vantage Markets – Raw ECN 13.64 2.34 1.11 1.06 1.86 0.71 2.29 1.39 - - 0.16 0.03

Swap Rates/Financing Fees

Swap fees, also known as financing fees, are charged when a position is held overnight. Positive swap rates pay out to the trader, while negative swap rates cost money. Compared to industry-leading brokers, Darwinex has in-line average swap rates.

Broker Best Average NZDUSD Swap Short NZDUSD Swap Long USDJPY Swap Short USDJPY Swap Long XAUUSD Swap Short XAUUSD Swap Long
Darwinex -- -2.91 -0.15 -0.16 -2.94 2.07 27.00 -43.30
Exness -- -6.78 -0.08 -0.07 -2.77 0.00 0.00 -37.79
IC Markets Best -2.27 -0.10 -0.14 -2.59 1.25 20.78 -32.84
HFM -- -7.89 -0.14 -0.14 -3.65 0.00 0.00 -43.31
Roboforex -- -5.81 -0.23 -0.30 -3.56 1.22 -3.00 -29.00
FBS -- -4.38 -0.14 -0.06 -2.87 0.63 6.05 -29.90
Vantage Markets -- -2.33 -0.22 -0.22 -2.65 1.00 18.90 -30.80

Does Darwinex Offer Islamic/Swap-free Accounts?

Islamic or swap-free accounts are designed for traders who cannot receive or pay interest due to religious beliefs. These accounts comply with Sharia law by not charging overnight interest fees on positions.

According to Darwinex's official website, they do not currently offer specific Islamic or swap-free account options. Traders interested in such accounts may need to consider other brokers that provide this feature.

Other Fees

In addition to spreads, commissions, and swap rates, Darwinex may charge other fees. Based on reviews and information from various sources, here are some additional fees traders should be aware of:

Fee Type Details
Withdrawal Fees Varies by method; please visit Darwinex's funding web page for more info.
Inactivity Fees Charged after 12 months of inactivity, usually around $10 per month.

Comparison to other Brokers

* As of July 1, 2024

When comparing Darwinex to other brokers, it stands out due to its regulation by both the UK FCA and Spain CNMV, ensuring a high level of trust and security.

Despite the absence of user reviews, its expert rating is high at 28 out of 815 brokers, reflecting strong overall performance and reliability. The broker's popularity is also notable, with 488,135 organic monthly visits and a ranking of 53 out of 815 for web traffic.

While its average spreads and costs are competitive, particularly in forex and commodities, its swap rates are average compared to industry-leading brokers.

Overall, Darwinex is a well-established broker with a good reputation, though it lacks user reviews and transparency regarding its financials.

Trading Platforms - Mobile, Desktop, Automated

Platform Device Automated Trading Programming Language
MetaTrader 4 Desktop, Mobile, Web Yes MQL4 - Moderate difficulty
MetaTrader 5 Desktop, Mobile, Web Yes MQL5 - Moderate difficulty

Darwinex offers both MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 platforms, which are available on desktop, mobile, and web. These platforms are known for their advanced charting tools, wide range of technical indicators, and support for automated trading.

Automated trading on these platforms is facilitated through the use of MQL4 and MQL5 programming languages, which are relatively easy to learn for those with some programming experience.

The platforms also support custom indicators and scripts, making them versatile for different trading strategies.

What Can you Trade?

Asset Class Number of Instruments
Forex CFD 40+
Crypto CFD -
Stock CFD 700+
Stock Index CFD 10
Commodities CFD 4
ETFs 100
Bond CFD -
Futures CFD -

Darwinex offers a wide range of tradable instruments, including over 40 forex pairs, more than 700 stock CFDs, 10 stock index CFDs, 4 commodities CFDs, and 100 ETFs.

However, they do not offer crypto, bond, or futures CFDs. All these instruments are traded as CFDs, meaning you do not own the underlying asset but rather trade on the price movements of these assets.

This allows for leverage, which can amplify both gains and losses. For a detailed list of available instruments, visit Darwinex's instruments web page.

Available Leverage

Darwinex offers different leverage levels depending on the regulatory entity and the type of instrument traded. For retail clients, leverage is capped at 30:1 under the UK FCA and Spain CNMV regulations.

However, for clients under the Seychelles SC FSA regulation, leverage can go up to 200:1. It's important to understand that while higher leverage can increase potential profits, it also increases potential losses.

Prohibited Countries

Darwinex cannot open accounts for clients in certain countries due to regulatory restrictions. Based on available information, these countries include the United States and Canada, and several others where financial regulations restrict foreign brokers.

For a complete list of prohibited countries, it is best to consult Darwinex's official website or contact their customer support directly.

Darwinex Account types

  Standard
Maximum leverage200:1
Mobile PlatformMT4 Mobile, MT5 Mobile, Proprietary
Trading platformMT4, MT5, Proprietary
Spread TypeVariable Spread
Minimum Deposit500
Minimum Trade Size0.01
Trailing Stops
Scalping Allowed
Hedging Allowed
  Standard
Maximum leverage 200:1
Trading platform MT4MT5Proprietary
Mobile platform MT4 MobileMT5 MobileProprietary
Spread type Variable Spread
Minimum deposit 500
Minimum Trade Size 0.01
Trailing Stops
Scalping Allowed
Hedging Allowed

Darwinex Web traffic

Our web traffic data is sourced from SimilarWeb and sums the traffic data of all websites associated with a broker. Organic visits are visits the broker didn't pay for, based on the available data. This data updates once monthly and can be based on data purchased from internet service providers, traffic metrics sourced by a third party such as Google Analytics that the company chooses to share with SimilarWeb, etc.

Websites
darwinex.com
Organic monthly visits 236,913 (100%)
Organic traffic rank 80 out of 827 (Forex Brokers)
Paid monthly visits 914 (0%)
Total monthly visits 237,827
Bounce rate 44%
Pages per visit 3.28
Average visit duration 00:02:26.6810000

Darwinex Profile

Company Name Sapiens Markets EU Sociedad de Valores SA
Categories Forex Brokers
Primary Category Forex Brokers
Year Founded 2012
Headquarters Spain
Office Locations Spain, United Kingdom
Account Currency EUR, GBP, USD
Support Languages English
Funding Methods Bank Wire, Credit/Debit Card, Skrill
Financial Instruments Forex, Shares, Indices, Oil/Energies, Metals, ETFs
Prohibited Countries Afghanistan, American Samoa, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Barbados, Burkina Faso, Bahrain, Burundi, Benin, Bolivia, Belarus, Central African Republic, Congo, Ivory Coast, Cape Verde, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Grenada, Guinea, Guam, Guinea Bissau, Haiti, Iraq, Iran, Japan, Kenya, Cambodia, North Korea, Laos, Lebanon, Saint Lucia, Sri Lanka, Liberia, Lesotho, Libya, Marshall Islands, Mali, Myanmar, Mongolia, Macau, Northern Mariana Islands, Maldives, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nepal, Panama, Pakistan, Puerto Rico, Palau, Paraguay, Sudan, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sao Tome and Principe, Syria, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Trinidad and Tobago, Tanzania, Uganda, United States, Venezuela, Virgin Islands, U.s., Vanuatu, Samoa, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Serbia
Segregated Accounts
Accepts Canadian clients
Trading API
Negative balance protection
Social trading
Regulatory deposit insurance
Variable spread

Darwinex User reviews

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Darwinex Regulation / Money Protection

5.0
Company Licenses & Regulations Segregated Client Money Deposit Compensation Scheme Negative Balance Protection Rebates Max. Leverage Retail Clients
Tradeslide Trading Tech Limited up to £85,000 30 : 1
Tradeslide Global LTD 200 : 1
Sapiens Markets EU Sociedad de Valores SA up to €100,000 30 : 1

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