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Best Brokers for Copy Trading
Copy trading lets you mirror the positions of other traders automatically, in proportion to the amount you allocate. It can be a way to learn by watching experienced traders or to put part of a portfolio on autopilot — but you take on exactly the same risks as the person you copy. The quality of the copy platform, the transparency of traders’ track records and the cost of the copied trades all make a real difference to the outcome.
This ranking compares brokers regulated by at least one Tier-1 authority that offer copy trading through an in-house service or established third-party networks.
How this ranking is ordered. Brokers are ranked by a copy-trading theme score: the average of their Platforms & Technology and User Experience & Support ratings and a dedicated copy-trading rating, which assesses the copy services offered, the size of the provider community and the transparency of track records. Our regulation rules still apply — a broker rated below 4.0 for Regulation & Security cannot rank in the top three, and ties are broken by the stronger regulatory rating. The stars on each card show the broker’s overall CT Advisory24 score, which is the same on every page. See our methodology →
Pepperstone
Copy trading on top platforms under strong regulation
- CopyTrading by Pepperstone, DupliTrade and MetaTrader Signals
- Works alongside MT4, MT5, cTrader and TradingView
- Regulated by the FCA, ASIC, CySEC, BaFin and DFSA
About Pepperstone
Pepperstone offers copy trading without asking you to leave a heavily regulated broker. Its own CopyTrading service lets you browse strategy providers and mirror their trades from the app, while DupliTrade and MetaTrader Signals add further choice for those who already use MetaTrader. Because the same account supports manual trading on MT4, MT5, cTrader and TradingView, you can copy others and trade yourself side by side. Trading costs stay low, support is available around the clock on weekdays, and clients in the UK, EU and Australia are covered by local regulation. The strategies available are mostly forex and CFD-based, so copy trading here means leveraged trading.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Several copy trading services within a strongly regulated broker
- Excellent platforms for copying and manual trading in one account
Cons
- Copied strategies are CFD-based and leveraged
- Smaller copy community than eToro's social network
Fees & Funding
- Minimum Deposit
- $0 by bank transfer (about £10 by card/Apple Pay)
- EUR/USD Pricing
- Razor: raw from 0.0 pips + $3.50/lot per side; Standard: commission included in spread
- US Stock Commission
- US share CFDs from $0.02 per share
- Inactivity Fee
- None
- Withdrawal Fee
- Free, except international bank transfers ($20)
- Funding Methods
- Cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, bank transfer
Technical Sheet
- Founded
- 2010
- Headquarters
- Melbourne, Australia
- Regulators
- FCA, ASIC, CySEC, BaFin, DFSA, CMA (Kenya), SCB (Bahamas)
- Markets
- 1,350+ CFDs: forex, indices, shares, ETFs, commodities, crypto
- Platforms
- Pepperstone platform (web & app), MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView
- Max Retail Leverage
- 1:30 on major FX for retail clients (EU/UK/AU entities)
- Account Currencies
- AUD, USD, EUR, GBP, SGD, HKD
- Demo Account
- Yes
- Customer Support
- Phone, email and live chat — 24h Mon–Fri, 18h at weekends
Data last checked: . Conditions vary by country and entity — always confirm with the broker.
eToro
The best-known social trading network
- CopyTrader: copy real portfolios of other investors
- Smart Portfolios built around themes and strategies
- Regulated by the FCA, CySEC and ASIC; listed on Nasdaq
About eToro
eToro built its business on social investing, and its CopyTrader remains the reference point for copy trading. You can see each investor's track record, risk score and holdings, then copy them with a set amount so their trades are replicated in your account in proportion. Unlike most copy services, which focus on leveraged forex, many of the portfolios on eToro hold real stocks and ETFs, and Smart Portfolios add ready-made thematic strategies. The platform is easy to use and the community is large. Costs are higher than at specialist brokers: there is a $5 withdrawal fee, currency conversion applies to non-USD deposits, and forex CFDs carry an extra fee on top of the spread.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Largest and most transparent copy trading community
- Copy portfolios built on real stocks and ETFs, not only CFDs
Cons
- $5 fee on every withdrawal
- Only its own platform — no MetaTrader or cTrader
Fees & Funding
- Minimum Deposit
- $50 in EEA; $10 in US and UK
- EUR/USD Pricing
- Market spread + 0.005% eToro fee per side (CFD, from Aug 2026)
- US Stock Commission
- $1 per trade ($0 UK/Ireland, $2 Australia/NZ); ETFs commission-free
- Inactivity Fee
- None — abolished from 28 May 2026
- Withdrawal Fee
- $5 per withdrawal
- Funding Methods
- Bank transfer, cards, eToro Money, PayPal-type e-wallets (Neteller, Skrill), Trustly, iDEAL, Przelewy24, Klarna and more
Technical Sheet
- Founded
- 2007
- Headquarters
- Israel; listed on Nasdaq
- Regulators
- FCA, CySEC, ASIC; SEC/FINRA (US securities)
- Markets
- Real stocks, 740 ETFs, crypto, options (US), CFDs on forex, indices, commodities
- Platforms
- eToro web platform and mobile app (no MT4/MT5)
- Max Retail Leverage
- 1:30 on major FX for retail clients (EU/UK/AU entities)
- Account Currencies
- USD; EUR for EU clients; GBP for UK clients
- Demo Account
- Yes ($100,000 virtual)
- Customer Support
- Live chat agents Sun 13:00–Fri 23:00 GMT (24/5); AI chatbot 24/7; tickets
Data last checked: . Conditions vary by country and entity — always confirm with the broker.
FP Markets
Low-cost copy trading for MetaTrader users
- FP Markets social trading, MetaTrader Signals and Myfxbook
- Raw account from 0.1 pips + $3 per lot per side
- $50 minimum deposit and 24/7 support
About FP Markets
FP Markets suits traders who want to copy strategies while keeping trading costs low. Its social trading service, MetaTrader Signals and Myfxbook integration give access to a range of signal providers, and its low commissions mean that copied trades, which can be frequent, do not become expensive. The full MetaTrader, cTrader and TradingView line-up lets you combine copying with your own trading, and the $50 minimum deposit makes it easy to start small. Regulation is the point to watch: FP Markets is supervised by ASIC and CySEC but has no FCA licence, and clients outside Australia and the EU are often served by offshore entities.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Low trading costs on copied strategies
- Wide platform choice and a low minimum deposit
Cons
- No FCA licence; international clients may be served offshore
- Copy tools rely largely on third-party services
Fees & Funding
- Minimum Deposit
- $50 (AUD 100 equivalent on some entities)
- EUR/USD Pricing
- 0.1 pips + $3 per lot per side (Raw); commission-free Standard account
- US Stock Commission
- Stock CFDs on MetaTrader; IRESS: 0.11% (min $14.95) standard
- Inactivity Fee
- No
- Withdrawal Fee
- Free from FP Markets (banks/intermediaries may charge)
- Funding Methods
- Bank transfer, cards, e-wallets, Apple Pay, Google Pay
Technical Sheet
- Founded
- 2005
- Headquarters
- Australia (Sydney)
- Regulators
- ASIC, CySEC, FSCA, FSC (Mauritius), SCB (Bahamas), CMA (Kenya), FSA (Seychelles)
- Markets
- Forex (70 pairs) and 10,000+ CFDs on stocks, indices, commodities, ETFs, bonds, crypto
- Platforms
- MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView, IRESS, FP Markets app
- Max Retail Leverage
- 1:30 (ASIC/CySEC); up to 1:500 offshore
- Account Currencies
- AUD, USD, EUR, GBP, SGD, CAD, CHF, HKD, JPY, PLN
- Demo Account
- Yes
- Customer Support
- 24/7 live chat, email, phone
Data last checked: . Conditions vary by country and entity — always confirm with the broker.
IC Markets
cTrader Copy and ZuluTrade for active strategies
- cTrader Copy, ZuluTrade and Signal Start
- Raw account: 0.0 pips + $3.50 per lot per side
- Support 24/7
About IC Markets
IC Markets gives copy traders access to three established services: cTrader Copy, where strategy providers publish their results and set their own fees, ZuluTrade, one of the oldest copy networks, and Signal Start for MetaTrader users. Combined with very low raw-spread pricing and execution built for high volumes, it is a natural home for following active, short-term strategies. There is no in-house social network, so the experience depends on the third-party service you choose. The $200 minimum deposit is higher than at most rivals, and as with other Australian specialists there is no FCA licence, with many international clients served by an offshore entity.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Choice of three established copy trading networks
- Very low trading costs for frequently trading strategies
Cons
- No in-house copy platform
- $200 minimum deposit and no FCA licence
Fees & Funding
- Minimum Deposit
- $200
- EUR/USD Pricing
- 0.0 pips + $3.50 per lot per side (Raw); commission-free Standard account
- US Stock Commission
- Stock CFDs only: $0.02/share (US), 0.10% (UK)
- Inactivity Fee
- No
- Withdrawal Fee
- Free (cards, e-wallets); international bank transfer AUD 20
- Funding Methods
- Cards, bank wire, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller, BPAY, POLi and more
Technical Sheet
- Founded
- 2007
- Headquarters
- Australia (Sydney)
- Regulators
- ASIC, CySEC, FSA (Seychelles), SCB (Bahamas), CMA (Kenya)
- Markets
- Forex (61 pairs) and CFDs on indices, commodities, stocks, bonds, futures, crypto; no real stocks
- Platforms
- MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView
- Max Retail Leverage
- 1:30 (ASIC/CySEC); higher via offshore entities
- Account Currencies
- USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, AUD, NZD, JPY, CHF, HKD, SGD
- Demo Account
- Yes
- Customer Support
- 24/7 live chat, email, phone
Data last checked: . Conditions vary by country and entity — always confirm with the broker.
Vantage
In-app copy trading with many providers
- Copy trading in the Vantage App, plus ZuluTrade, DupliTrade and Myfxbook
- Raw ECN account: 0.0 pips + $3 per lot per side
- Regulated by ASIC and the FCA
About Vantage
Vantage has made copy trading a core part of its mobile app, where you can browse signal providers, check their performance and start copying in a few taps. For those who prefer established networks, ZuluTrade, DupliTrade and Myfxbook are also supported, and the broker's MetaTrader and TradingView-based platforms cover manual trading. Costs are competitive on the Raw ECN account, there is no inactivity fee, and support is available around the clock. Vantage holds ASIC and FCA licences, but many international clients are onboarded through entities in the Cayman Islands or Vanuatu, so it is worth checking which company would hold your account.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Copy trading built into a simple mobile app
- Several third-party copy services and competitive costs
Cons
- Many international clients served by offshore entities
- CFDs only — no real stocks or ETFs to copy
Fees & Funding
- Minimum Deposit
- $50 (Standard/Raw); $10,000 Pro ECN
- EUR/USD Pricing
- 0.0 pips + $3 per lot per side (Raw ECN); commission-free Standard account
- US Stock Commission
- Stock CFDs only; fees relatively high
- Inactivity Fee
- No
- Withdrawal Fee
- Free for cards/e-wallets; first international bank withdrawal each month free, then 20 currency units
- Funding Methods
- Bank transfer, cards, Skrill, Neteller, Apple Pay, Google Pay and other e-wallets (by entity)
Technical Sheet
- Founded
- 2009
- Headquarters
- Australia (Sydney)
- Regulators
- ASIC, FCA, FSCA, CIMA (Cayman), VFSC (Vanuatu)
- Markets
- Forex and CFDs on indices, commodities, shares, ETFs, bonds, crypto; no real stocks
- Platforms
- Vantage App, MT4, MT5, ProTrader (TradingView), TradingView
- Max Retail Leverage
- 1:30 (ASIC/FCA); higher via offshore entities
- Account Currencies
- 15 incl. USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, CAD, HKD, JPY, NZD, PLN, SGD, INR (+ crypto)
- Demo Account
- Yes ($100,000 virtual)
- Customer Support
- 24/7 live chat, email, phone
Data last checked: . Conditions vary by country and entity — always confirm with the broker.
Copy Trading Services Compared
| Broker | Copy trading services | What you can copy | Copy-trading rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pepperstone | CopyTrading by Pepperstone, DupliTrade, MetaTrader Signals | Forex and CFDs | 4.0 / 5 |
| eToro | CopyTrader, Smart Portfolios | Real stocks, ETFs, crypto and CFDs | 5.0 / 5 |
| FP Markets | FP Markets social trading, MetaTrader Signals, Myfxbook | Forex and CFDs | 3.8 / 5 |
| IC Markets | cTrader Copy, ZuluTrade, Signal Start | Forex and CFDs | 3.8 / 5 |
| Vantage | Vantage App copy trading, ZuluTrade, DupliTrade, Myfxbook | Forex and CFDs | 4.0 / 5 |
Availability of copy services can vary by entity and country of residence. Data checked November 2026.
How to Choose a Copy Trading Broker
Decide what you want to copy. Most copy services replicate leveraged forex and CFD strategies. If you would rather follow investors who hold real shares and ETFs, the choice is much narrower.
Look for transparent track records. A good platform shows each provider’s full trading history, drawdowns, risk level and number of followers, verified by the broker rather than reported by the trader. Being able to set a maximum loss on each copy relationship is an important safeguard.
Check the costs of copied trades. Active strategies can open many positions, so spreads and commissions add up quickly. Ask whether the provider takes a performance fee or subscription, and factor it into the expected return.
Copy trading does not remove investment risk: you replicate both the gains and the losses of the trader you copy. Most copy strategies use CFDs, which are complex instruments that come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How does copy trading work?
You choose another trader or a strategy, allocate an amount, and the platform automatically opens and closes positions in your account in proportion to theirs. If they put 5% of their capital into a trade, the same share of your allocation goes into it. You can usually stop copying, close individual positions or set a loss limit at any time.
Can I lose money with copy trading?
Yes. Copying a trader means taking the same risks they take, and their past results do not guarantee future performance. Most copy strategies use leveraged CFDs, where losses can build quickly. Spread your allocation across several traders, set a maximum loss on each copy relationship, and only use money you can afford to lose.
How do I choose a trader to copy?
Look for a track record of at least twelve months across different market conditions, a maximum drawdown you could live with, consistent position sizes and a clear trading style. Very high returns over a short period usually mean high risk. Check how the trader behaved after losing periods, not only after winning ones.
What does copy trading cost?
You pay the normal trading costs of the copied positions — spreads, commissions and overnight financing — and on some services a fee to the strategy provider, often a share of profits or a monthly subscription. Frequent trading strategies make low trading costs especially important.
Is copy trading regulated?
The broker that holds your account is regulated, and copy trading services offered by regulated brokers must follow the same client-protection rules. Signal providers themselves are usually not regulated advisers, so their claims should be checked against their verified track record on the platform.
About the Author – Claudio Tuteri
Economist and Founder of CT Advisory24, an independent project focused on broker analysis, financial education, and transparent comparison of regulated brokers.
Claudio defines the evaluation methodology, reviews broker rankings, and ensures consistency across analyses based on regulation, costs, platform quality, and investor protection.