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Pionex vs eToro

Pionex or eToro – which is better for UK traders 2025? Compare Pionex and eToro in this detailed breakdown of their platforms, features and fees.

Pionex vs eToro Comparison Table 2025
Pionex	eToro

3.4	3.5
Pionex is ranked #30 among crypto brokers.	eToro is ranked #12 among CFD brokers.
Review	Review
Pionex is a cryptocurrency trading platform that excels in automated trading. It provides traders with an array of pre-built bots and strategies, alongside AI tools for strategy customisation or creation. These tools are available for both spot and futures crypto markets.	eToro is a leading platform providing trading in numerous CFDs, stocks, and cryptoassets. Established in 2007, it serves millions of traders worldwide, regulated by top-tier authorities like the FCA and CySEC. It's well-known for its extensive social trading features. Investing in cryptoassets is highly volatile and unregulated in the UK and parts of the EU, with no consumer protection. Profits may be taxable. 51% of retail CFD accounts incur losses.
	51% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading with this provider. eToro is a multi-asset investment platform. The value of your investments may go up or down. Your capital is at risk. Don’t invest unless you’re prepared to lose all the money you invest. This is a high-risk investment and you should not expect to be protected if something goes wrong.
Pros
Twelve free integrated trading bots available, requiring no coding or programming skills. PionexGPT, an advanced AI chatbot, assists traders in programming bots using Pine script. It provides effective support for trading strategies. Superior and innovative liquidity engines sourced from top exchanges like Binance and Huobi. With trading fees as low as 0.05% for both makers and takers, this platform offers competitive rates compared to other leading exchanges. Over 40 cryptocurrency funding coins accepted. Facilitates cryptocurrency derivatives through futures trading. US FinCEN requires a Money Services Business (MSB) license for traders.	The trading app offers an exceptional social platform, featuring an interactive feed and community chat. eToro has launched EUR and GBP accounts, reducing conversion fees and offering a trading experience better suited to local requirements. In 2025, eToro enhanced its trading experience by incorporating insights from over 10 million Stocktwits users, enabling better assessment of market sentiment. The broker offers excellent services for beginners, featuring commission-free stock trading, a low minimum deposit, and an unlimited demo account. eToro has launched automated crypto staking, offering a pathway to passive income. However, Ethereum requires users to opt in. Utilising TradingView, the charts provide robust tools for technical analysis, featuring nine chart types and more than 100 indicators. eToro secured second place in DayTrading.com's 'Best Crypto Broker' for 2025, offering a vast selection of tokens, dependable service, and competitive fees. There is an extensive online training academy offering a range of accessible resources, from concise articles to detailed courses. eToro has enhanced its investment portfolio by frequently introducing new crypto assets. It currently offers a selection of over 100 digital currencies. The web platform and mobile app receive higher user reviews and app rankings compared to leading competitors like AvaTrade. Leading traders participating in the broker's Popular Investor Programme can earn yearly compensation of up to 1.5% of the copied assets. Diverse investment portfolios are accessible, encompassing traditional markets, technology, cryptocurrency, and beyond for traders. eToro is a globally recognised brand, operating under top-tier international regulations. It boasts a community of over 25 million users.
Cons
Inadequate regulatory oversight raises concerns about security. Withdrawal fees and limits might be applicable. Does not accept deposits in traditional currency. Limited communication channels No practice account available.	The absence of extra charting platforms such as MT4 may deter experienced traders who rely on external software. There are no assured stop-loss orders, which could be a valuable risk management tool for novice traders. The minimum withdrawal is set at $30, accompanied by a $5 fee. This may impact traders with limited funds, particularly those just starting out. The only significant contact option, besides the in-platform live chat, is limited.
Awards
	Best Crypto Broker Runner Up 2025 - DayTrading.com Best Cryptocurrency Trading Platform 2022 - Finder Education Materials/Program 2022 - Investment Trends Best Copy Trading Platform 2021 - Ultimate Fintech Awards Best Multi-Asset Trading Platform 2021 - Ultimate Fintech Awards Best Stockbroker 2021 - Ultimate Fintech Awards Best Social Trading Platform 2019 - ADVFN International Financial Awards
FCA Regulated
No List of FCA Regulated Brokers	Yes
Instruments
Cryptos	CFDs, Forex, Stocks, Indices, ETFs, Smart Portfolios, Commodities, Futures, Crypto, NFTs
Demo Account
No	Yes
Minimum Deposit
$0	$50
Payment Methods
	Debit Card Klarna Neteller Rapid Transfer Skrill Sofort Swift Trustly Visa Wire Transfer
Minimum Trade
0.1 USDT	$10
Regulator
FinCEN	FCA, ASIC, CySEC, FSA, FSRA, MFSA, CNMV, AMF
Mobile Apps
iOS & Android	iOS & Android
Trading App
	eToro offers a mobile social trading platform, allowing users to replicate trades, manage accounts, and invest using Android or iOS. Trade major forex pairs conveniently from your mobile device.
iOS App Rating
4.7	4.8
Android App Rating
4.1	4
Margin Trading
Yes	Yes
Margin Rate
	1%
MetaTrader 4
No	No
MetaTrader 5
No	No
cTrader
No	No
AlgoTrader
No	No
OmniTrader
No	No
TradingView
No	No
Autochartist
No	No
eSignal
No	No
Trading Central
No	Yes
STP Account
No	Yes
ECN Account
No	No
DMA Account
No	No
MAM Account
No	No
PAMM Account
No	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	Yes
Auto Trading
Crypto bots	Automate your trades via CopyTrader - follow profitable traders. Open and close trades automatically when they do.
Copy Trading
Yes	Yes
Copy Trading Platform
Pionex users can identify successful traders and replicate their bot configurations. This enables round-the-clock cryptocurrency trading via an intuitive platform and app.	eToro consistently provides an outstanding proprietary trading platform for clients, free of charge. The web-based system is both intuitive and engaging, complemented by a community chat that appeals to novice traders. The recent 'Live Trades' feature grants immediate access to real-time insights on securities purchased by top investors on the platform.
Social Trading
Yes	Yes
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	No
Inactivity Fee
	$10
Islamic Account
No	Yes
Account Currencies
	USD EUR GBP
Commodities
	Gold Silver Oil Copper Cotton Coffee Livestock Wheat Precious Metals Platinum Gasoline Cocoa Sugar Palladium Corn Aluminium Soybeans Nickel Lead Iron Lithium Cannabis Natural Gas Orange Juice Zinc Cattle Lean Hogs
CFD
	Trade CFDs across more than 3,000 assets with access to detailed market data through integrated TradingView charts. The eToro Academy provides extensive free learning resources for beginners, featuring specific courses and guides on CFD trading. In 2025, eToro enhanced flexibility for UK clients by enabling direct CFD trading on US assets with GBP.
Leverage
	1:30
FTSE Spread
	1.5
GBPUSD Spread<
	1.9
Oil Spread
	0.05
Stocks Spread
	0.57 (Apple)
Forex
	A broad range of 55 currencies is offered, with competitive spreads averaging 0.9 pips on EUR/USD during peak trading hours. Traders can refine their forex strategies by seamlessly transitioning between demo and live accounts, retaining full access to over 100 technical indicators provided by the broker.
Assets
	55
GBPUSD Spread
	1.9
EURUSD Spread
	0.9
EURGBP Spread
	1.3
Currency Indices
	USD
Cryptocurrency
Trade spot, futures, and leveraged positions on 120 cryptocurrencies through Pionex's exclusive platform. It features built-in bots and highly flexible automated trading options. However, the selection of tokens is more limited compared to other platforms.	eToro excels in cryptocurrency trading with competitive spreads and a flat 1% commission, plus its own wallet service. The platform provides a growing selection of over 100 tokens, adding 29 new ones in April 2025, from AI to memecoins. In 2025, it introduced crypto staking, enabling users to earn rewards for holding digital assets. Trading in cryptocurrencies is risky and volatile. Taxes might apply. Grasp the risks involved.
Spread
Market	BTC 1%
Coins
BTC LTC ETH BUSD EOS BTT TRX NFT DOGE XRP HT ALICE FIL DOT JST AXS UNI AAVE WIN SUN CAKE LINK BAKE BCH ETC SNX TFUEL ADA PUNDIX ICP MDX FLOW DODO MFT BSV MATIC CSPR SHIB ATOM SUSHI KEY PERP DEGO DENT LUNA BNB MXC SXP SRM THETA CTK O3 ASR PHA BEL FLM COMP SAND PSG KSM XLM BZRX KLAY SOC ACM ZEC CHZ ROSE JUV MANA CRV CELO ATA LINA HYDRO DASH OG NEO XCH ENJ XMR BEAM YFI SOL GRT AION FTT CFX MBL TT WRX RUNE USDC VET XVS INJ QTUM KAVA MASS ONT AKRO DGB XTC NMR DATA HNT SLP FRONT NEAR ALGO MX OMG SEELE CHR FET VTHO OCEAN AUCTION ALPHA GTC WOO REP OXT ZKS EGLD WAVES 1INCH FOR NANO IOST COS MITH GXS ZEN COTI AVAX RSR AUDIO SKL DIA ZRX MTA ELF COCOS PAXG ANT PNT WICC IOTA FTM BAND CKB BORING CELR NEXO LAMB CRO NEST BTM OGN FORTH YFII LTO MASK STX BAGS TRB ONE TOMO WAXP MKR SKM ARPA NEW ICX SWRV BAL BTS RLC ZIL XEM CRE STORJ AR UMA MBTC RVN REN MIR STEEM FIS BLZ BAT HBAR HPT BADGER SNT CTXC ANKR MLN DCR KNC GT CVC IRIS REEF DAI VALUE WNXM AST VIDY POLS IOTX LRC CTSI NULS RING GLM POND LOOM YAM AE DF FIRO PAX BIX UTK NODE BNT	BTC ETH BCH XRP DASH LTC ETC API3 CRO SKL IMX ADA MIOTA XLM EOS NEO TRX ZEC BNB XTZ DOT MKR COMP LINK UNI YFI DOGE AAVE FIL ALGO ATOM MANA APE LRC ENJ BICO BAT BNT OGN MATIC FLR GALA ALICE CHZ HBAR DYDX SOL THETA FTM GRT 1INCH CRV ANKR OXT REN SNX STORJ ZRX CELO SUSHI QNT BAL FET SHIBxM AMP AXS SGB CTSI ENS UMA LUNC FTT SRM LPT KNC ARB RNDR OP LDO
Crypto Lending
No	No
Crypto Mining
No	No
Crypto Staking
No	Yes
Auto Market Maker
No	No

Pionex	eToro
Review	Review
	51% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading with this provider. eToro is a multi-asset investment platform. The value of your investments may go up or down. Your capital is at risk. Don’t invest unless you’re prepared to lose all the money you invest. This is a high-risk investment and you should not expect to be protected if something goes wrong.
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