Plus500

Plus500 is a UK-regulated online broker focused mainly on Contracts-for-Difference, listed on the London Stock Exchange, offering a single proprietary trading platform designed for simplicity with commission-free CFD pricing.

Who it's for: Traders looking for beginners, simplicity.

Plus500

FCA-regulated and London Stock Exchange-listed CFD broker with a simple proprietary platform and commission-free pricing.

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Min. Deposit
£100
Open Plus500 Account

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Fees

spread-only. Minimum deposit: £100.

Platforms & tools

  • Web
  • Mobile

Markets

  • forex
  • indices
  • commodities
  • stocks

Pros

  • FCA-regulated and publicly listed on the London Stock Exchange
  • Simple, clean trading platform across web and mobile
  • Commission-free CFD pricing with no deposit fees
  • Broad CFD markets — forex, indices, commodities, shares

Cons

  • Only CFD products — no direct asset ownership for UK traders
  • Mixed customer feedback on service responsiveness and withdrawals
  • Limited advanced trading features — no MetaTrader support

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Last updated: 2026-01-15