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PU Prime vs Global Prime

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

PU Prime vs Global Prime Comparison Table 2025
PU Prime	Global Prime

4.2	3.8
PU Prime is ranked #53 among CFD brokers.	Global Prime is ranked #56 among CFD brokers.
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Pacific Union Prime, regulated by the FSCA and offshore authorities, is a multi-asset broker providing competitive fees and direct market access. It offers trading in forex, commodities, stocks, bonds, and indices. Traders can utilise the widely-used MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5, as well as a bespoke mobile app. Fees differ by account type: the Standard account has no commission, with spreads starting from 1.9 pips, while the Prime account charges $7 commission per lot with spreads from 0.4 pips.	Global Prime, a fully regulated trading broker, provides access to over 150 markets. Traders can begin with a minimum deposit of $200 and utilise leverage up to 1:100. Renowned for its reliability, the company holds a strong reputation and is licensed by ASIC.
Pros
Industry-acclaimed MT4 and MT5 platforms, along with their mobile applications. A strong selection of nearly 1,000 instruments spans six asset classes. The Prime account offers competitive fees, featuring spreads as low as 0.4 and a £7 commission. Safeguards clients by keeping their funds separate and ensuring they cannot go into debt. PU Social app with features for trading emulation. Practice account with simulated capital. Islamic swap-free account: Designed for traders adhering to Sharia principles, this account eliminates interest fees. It offers a compliant solution for trading activities. Suitable for traders seeking adherence to Islamic finance rules, it maintains transparency while ensuring ethical trading practices. Ideal for maintaining a clear conscience without interest-based costs. Multilingual support for our clients enables seamless communication, enhancing their trading experience. Our skilled representatives provide assistance in various languages, ensuring traders receive timely and accurate information. This service caters to diverse linguistic needs, fostering a more inclusive environment for all.	Comprehensive investment options offering over 150 assets, including cryptocurrencies. Benefit from rapid execution speeds starting at 10ms. Diverse deposit methods available without any charges. Segregated client funds refer to the practice where a trader's assets are maintained separately from the brokerage's. This ensures trader funds are protected and reduces risk. Under this system, a trader can have confidence that their money won't be used to cover the firm's financial obligations. This separation is crucial for maintaining trust and transparency in trading activities. Such practices uphold regulatory compliance, safeguarding client interests. Round-the-clock customer support £0 initial deposit Trade Receipts ECN account Sure, here's a revised version: --- Utilising a Virtual Private Server (VPS) can significantly enhance a trader's performance. Traders benefit from improved speed and stability, reducing the risk of delays and technical issues. A VPS allows for uninterrupted trading, even during unexpected power outages or internet disruptions. It also provides a secure environment, protecting sensitive financial data. Additionally, traders can access their accounts globally, ensuring they have the flexibility needed to react to market changes swiftly. Overall, incorporating a VPS into your trading strategy can lead to more efficient and secure operations.
Cons
No primary regulatory supervision. For withdrawals below $100, there's a relatively steep minimum charge of $40 including a handling fee. Standard account spreads are average.	Clients from the United States and Canada are ineligible. The selection of account types is limited. No integration with MetaTrader 5.
FCA Regulated
No List of FCA Regulated Brokers	No List of FCA Regulated Brokers
Instruments
Forex, Commodities, Cryptocurrencies, Stocks, Indices	Forex, indices, commodities, cryptocurrencies, shares, bonds
Bonus
100% cashback up to $10,000
Demo Account
Yes	Yes
Minimum Deposit
$50	A$200
Payment Methods
AstroPay Credit Cards Debit Card FasaPay Mastercard Visa Wire Transfer	Credit Cards FasaPay Mastercard Neteller PayPal Skrill Visa Wire Transfer
Minimum Trade
0.01 Lots	0.01 Lots
Regulator
ASIC (Australian Securities and Investments Commission), FSA (Financial Services Authority of Seychelles), FSCA (Financial Sector Conduct Authority), SVGFSA (Financial Services Authority St Vincent & The Grenadines)	ASIC, VFSC, FSA
Mobile Apps
iOS & Android	iOS & Android
iOS App Rating
4.7	4.8
Android App Rating
3.5	4.6
Margin Trading
Yes	Yes
MetaTrader 4
Yes	Yes
MetaTrader 5
Yes	No
cTrader
No	No
AlgoTrader
No	No
OmniTrader
No	No
TradingView
No	Yes
Autochartist
No	Yes
eSignal
No	No
Trading Central
No	No
STP Account
Yes	Yes
ECN Account
Yes	Yes
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	No
P2P Trading
No	No
Spot Trading
No	No
Auto Trading
	Yes
Copy Trading
Yes	Yes
Copy Trading Platform
PU Social allows clients to replicate the strategies and positions of professional traders. The app, accessible on both iOS and Android platforms, features a social trading network with thousands of traders.	Engage with and replicate the trades of seasoned investors using Global Prime's unique copy trading service. You can mirror over 40 diverse strategies on the widely-used Myfxbook Autotrade platform.
Social Trading
Yes	Yes
Trade Signals
None
VPS Hosting
No	Yes
Tournaments
No	No
Demo Competitions
No	No
Ethical Investing
No	No
Custodial Account
No	No
Guaranteed Stop Loss
No	No
Islamic Account
Yes	No
Account Currencies
USD EUR GBP CAD AUD NZD JPY HKD SGD	USD EUR GBP CAD AUD SGD
Commodities
Oil Gold Copper Silver Corn Cocoa Coffee Cotton Natural Gas Orange Juice Soybeans Sugar Wheat	Gold Copper Oil
CFD
PU Prime provides CFD trading across a wide range of shares, indices, commodities, bonds, and cryptocurrencies. Leverage options differ depending on the asset, while spreads can range from nearly zero to several hundred pips, varying by instrument and account type. Trading for stocks, indices, commodities, and bonds takes place on the renowned MT4 platform.	Global Prime provides trading options across over 150 international markets, covering forex, indices, commodities, cryptocurrencies, and bonds. The platform offers competitive spreads, with a raw ECN account starting at zero.
Leverage
1:500	1:200
FTSE Spread
Not Available	0.84
GBPUSD Spread<
From 0.5 pips	0.64
Oil Spread
From 1.6 pips	1.6
Stocks Spread
Variable	Variable
Forex
PU Prime offers trading on over 40 forex pairs using the MT4 and MT5 platforms, with flexible leverage reaching up to 1:500. Prime accounts feature spreads starting close to zero, accompanied by a $7 commission per lot. Alternatively, traders can opt for a Standard account, which has no commission but offers wider spreads.	Global Prime offers traders access to 48 forex pairs, including major, minor, and exotic pairs. Enjoy tight spreads starting at 0.9 with no commission or from 0 with a $7 round turn fee. Trading is facilitated through the top-tier MT4 platform, allowing for micro lot trading. The New York-based server ensures low latency, optimising your trading experience.
Assets
800+	48
GBPUSD Spread
From 0.5 pips	0.75
EURUSD Spread
From 0.2 pips	0.16
EURGBP Spread
From 0.4 pips	0.85
Cryptocurrency
Pacific Union provides leveraged trading on cryptocurrencies against the US Dollar with competitive, real-time spreads. Traders have the advantage of utilising advanced software to examine crypto markets.	Global Prime offers an extensive selection of 35 crypto CFDs, including well-known tokens such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, alongside less mainstream options like Sandbox and Avalanche. Commissions are competitive at 0.1%, with leverage options available in certain regions.
Spread
From 0.7 pips	Floating
Coins
BTC BCH ETH LTC EOS XLM	BTC BCH LTC ETH XRP
Crypto Lending
No	No
Crypto Mining
No	No
Crypto Staking
No	No
Auto Market Maker
No	No

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