Broker comparison

Markets.com vs Plus500

Both are rated "Verified" in our records, with Markets.com scoring higher (98 against 83 out of 100). They share CySEC and FCA as a listed regulator. This is a comparison of records, not a recommendation.

Markets.com

Verified
98/ 100
Full Markets.com record

Plus500

Generally positive
83/ 100
Full Plus500 record

Side by side

Markets.comPlus500
Verdict
Verified
Generally positive
Score
98 / 100
83 / 100
Regulators listed
CySEC, FCA
FCA, CySEC
Number of regulators
2
2
FCA register
Registered
Registered
FCA warning
None recorded
None recorded
Why this score
licence verified on register, regulatory record checked
licence verified on register, regulatory record checked
Last checked
30 Oct 2026
4 Nov 2026

Regulators compared

Shared

CySEC, FCA

Only Markets.com

None

Only Plus500

None

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Frequently asked questions

Is Markets.com or Plus500 better regulated?
Regulation depends on the licensed entity, not the brand. In our records Markets.com lists CySEC and FCA and Plus500 lists FCA and CySEC. Check each licence on the regulator's register.
Which has the higher verdict, Markets.com or Plus500?
Both are rated "Verified" in our records, with Markets.com scoring higher (98 against 83 out of 100). They share CySEC and FCA as a listed regulator. This is a comparison of records, not a recommendation.
Do Markets.com and Plus500 share a regulator?
Yes: CySEC and FCA.

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