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4xCube vs Plus500

4xCube or Plus500 – which is better for UK traders 2026? Compare 4xCube and Plus500 in this detailed breakdown of their platforms, features and fees.

4xCube vs Plus500 Comparison Table 2026
4xCube	Plus500

3.5	4.1
4xCube is ranked #43 among CFD brokers.	Plus500 is ranked #10 among CFD brokers.
Review	Review
4xCube operates as an online forex and CFD broker, licensed in the Cook Islands. Clients have the opportunity to engage in trading across key financial markets. They can select from three account types, tailored to their capital and chosen trading strategy.	Founded in 2008 and based in Israel, Plus500 is a leading brokerage with over 25 million registered traders across more than 50 countries. It focuses on CFD trading, offering a user-friendly proprietary platform and mobile app. The company provides competitive spreads and does not impose commissions or charges for deposits or withdrawals. Plus500 stands out as a highly trusted broker, licensed by respected authorities such as the FCA, ASIC, and CySEC.
	80% of retail CFD accounts lose money.
Pros
The top-tier trading platforms, MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5, are accessible. A broad range of payment options, including bank cards Trade commission-free with spreads starting at just 0.1 pips. Swift execution of trades via liquidity providers. High-quality trading courses and beginner guides. Welcome bonuses and trading promotions Extensive trading network on Discord Hokocloud copy trading tool	Plus500 offers a dedicated WebTrader platform tailored specifically for CFD trading. It features a user-friendly and streamlined interface. In 2025, Plus500 expanded its range of share CFDs to include emerging sectors such as quantum computing and AI. This update opened up trading opportunities in stocks like IonQ, Rigetti, Duolingo, and Carvana. The broker provides low-commission trading across varied markets, reducing extra fees and attracting seasoned traders. Plus500 has expanded its range of short-term trading instruments by adding VIX options, which feature increased volatility. Additionally, it has extended trading hours for seven stock CFDs. The customer support team consistently delivers reliable support around the clock through email, live chat, and WhatsApp.
Cons
The broker lacks regulation from a reputable authority. Elevated charges for certain payment options. US clients are not eligible.	Plus500's omission of MetaTrader and cTrader charting tools may deter seasoned traders seeking familiar platforms. Educational resources are not as extensive as leading brokers such as eToro, which affects beginners' ability to learn quickly. The lack of social trading features prevents users from copying trades made by seasoned traders. Compared to competitors like IG, Plus500 offers limited research and analysis tools. Algorithmic trading and scalping are not available, potentially deterring certain traders.
Awards
	Best Overall Broker 2021 - DayTrading.com Best Overall Broker 2020 - DayTrading.com Best Overall Broker 2019 - DayTrading.com
FCA Regulated
No List of FCA Regulated Brokers	Yes
Instruments
Forex, CFDs, metals, indices, cryptocurrencies	CFDs on Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities, ETFs, Options
Demo Account
Yes	Yes
Minimum Deposit
$10	$100
Payment Methods
Credit Card Debit Card FasaPay GlobePay Mastercard Neteller Perfect Money Skrill Swift Visa Wire Transfer	Apple Pay Credit Card Debit Card Mastercard PayNow PayPal Skrill Trustly Visa Wire Transfer
Minimum Trade
0.01 Lots	Variable
Regulator
FSC Cook Islands	FCA, ASIC, CySEC, DFSA, MAS, FSA, FSCA, FMA, DFSA
Mobile Apps
Yes	iOS, Android & Windows
Trading App
	Plus500 have tailored their mobile apps to align with the WebTrader online platform. The app is secure, dependable, and ranks highly. Stop loss, limits, free alerts, and a comprehensive range of markets and instruments are provided. Access the download page here.
iOS App Rating
4.8	4.1
Android App Rating
4.6	4.3
Margin Trading
No	Yes
MetaTrader 4
Yes	No
MetaTrader 5
Yes	No
cTrader
No	No
AlgoTrader
No	No
OmniTrader
No	No
TradingView
No	No
Autochartist
No	No
eSignal
No	No
Trading Central
No	No
STP Account
No	No
ECN Account
No	No
DMA Account
No	No
MAM Account
No	No
PAMM Account
Yes	No
LAMM Account
No	No
Demat Account
No	No
AI / Machine Learning
No	Yes
Robo Advisor
No	No
Negative Balance Protection
No	Yes
Market Maker
No	Yes
P2P Trading
No	No
Spot Trading
No	No
Auto Trading
Expert Advisors (EAs) on MetaTrader	No
Copy Trading
Yes	No
Social Trading
Yes	No
Trade Signals
Yes
VPS Hosting
No	No
Tournaments
No	No
Demo Competitions
No	No
Ethical Investing
No	Yes
Custodial Account
No	No
Guaranteed Stop Loss
No	Yes
Inactivity Fee
	$10
Islamic Account
Yes	Yes
Account Currencies
USD BRL	USD EUR GBP AUD ZAR CZK
Commodities
Gold Silver	Copper Cotton Coffee Livestock Sugar Gasoline Cocoa Platinum Soybeans Oil Gold Silver Corn Aluminium Palladium Wheat Cattle Lean Hogs
CFD
Engage in CFD trading on forex, indices, metals, oil, and cryptocurrencies with leverage as high as 1:500. Benefit from competitive spreads and choose between zero commission or raw spreads.	Plus500 offers commission-free CFDs across various markets, including currencies, stocks, indices, and commodities. Traders can take long or short positions on popular assets, enjoying flexible leverage with no hidden charges.
Leverage
1:400	Yes
FTSE Spread
1.3	Dynamic
GBPUSD Spread<
1.1	Dynamic
Oil Spread
0.08	Dynamic
Stocks Spread
Variable	Dynamic
Forex
4xCube provides over 60 currency pairs with favourable trading conditions. Notably, all trading strategies, such as scalping and hedging, are allowed.	Plus500 offers CFD trading in forex, with tight spreads across over 60 currency pairs. Testing showed spreads as low as 0.6 pips on the EUR/USD, lower than many competitors.
Assets
50+	60+
GBPUSD Spread
1.1	Dynamic
EURUSD Spread
0.7	Dynamic
EURGBP Spread
0.9	Dynamic
Cryptocurrency
Trade five cryptocurrency CFDs: BTC, BCH, ETH, LTC, and XRP against the USD, with leverage up to 1:20. Cryptocurrencies are available for trading 24/7, including weekends.
Spread
From 4 pips	Variable
Coins
BTC LTC XRP ETH	BCH BTC ETH LTC XRP IOTA NEO EOS XMR
Crypto Lending
No	No
Crypto Mining
No	No
Crypto Staking
No	No
Auto Market Maker
No	No

4xCube	Plus500
Review	Review
	80% of retail CFD accounts lose money.
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