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GO Markets vs Vantage

An in-depth comparison to help you choose the right broker for your trading journey.

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2026Updated
CATEGORY WINS

Who Wins Each Category?

Our scores for GO Markets and Vantage, side by side, across the categories that decide your costs and safety.

FeesGO Markets: 4.3/5vsVantage: 4.5/5Vantage wins
SafetyGO Markets: 4.2/5vsVantage: 4.2/5Even
PlatformsGO Markets: 4.2/5vsVantage: 4.3/5Vantage wins
EducationGO Markets: 3.5/5vsVantage: 3.7/5Vantage wins
Customer SupportGO Markets: 4.3/5vsVantage: 4/5GO Markets wins
QUICK VERDICT

Who Wins?

Vantage wins on overall score (4.2/5 vs 4.1/5). GO Markets is the pick if you value australian traders; choose Vantage if you value active traders. The tables below show where each actually wins.

Who this is for: GO Markets suits traders who prioritise australian traders; Vantage suits traders who prioritise active traders.

4.1/5
Best for: Australian traders
Visit GO MarketsRead the GO Markets Review
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4.2/5
Best for: Active traders
Visit VantageRead the Vantage Review
HEAD-TO-HEAD

Side-by-Side Comparison

Feature
Overall Rating
4.1/5
4.2/5
Minimum Deposit
$200
$50
Spreads From
0.0 pips
0.0 pips
Max Leverage
Up to 500:1
Up to 500:1
Instruments
1,000+
1,000+
Fees Score
4.3/5
4.5/5
Platforms Score
4.2/5
4.3/5
Education Score
3.5/5
3.7/5
Safety Score
4.2/5
4.2/5
Platforms
MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, GO WebTrader
MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, ProTrader, TradingView
Founded
2006
2009
Headquarters
Melbourne, Australia
Sydney, Australia
KEY DIFFERENCES

What Actually Differs

The numbers that matter when choosing between GO Markets and Vantage.

Minimum depositGO Markets: $200Vantage: $50Vantage needs less to start.
RegulatorsGO Markets: 2 (ASIC, CySEC)Vantage: 3 (ASIC, FCA)...Vantage is licensed in more jurisdictions.
InstrumentsGO Markets: 1,000+Vantage: 1,000+Similar market range.
PlatformsGO Markets: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTraderVantage: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, ProTraderBoth support MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5.
Best forGO Markets: Australian tradersVantage: Active tradersDifferent fits. Read the verdict below.
ANALYSIS

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • + Raw spreads from 0.0 pips
  • + Multiple platforms
  • + ASIC regulated
  • + Good customer service
  • + Copy trading available

Cons

  • - $200 minimum deposit
  • - Limited educational content
  • - Smaller instrument range
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Pros

  • + Raw spreads from 0.0 pips
  • + Low $50 minimum deposit
  • + Multiple platforms
  • + Fast execution
  • + Copy trading available

Cons

  • - Commission on Raw account
  • - Limited educational content
  • - Mixed regulation tiers
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RECOMMENDATION

Which Broker Should You Choose?

Choose

If you:

  • Australian traders
  • ECN traders
  • cTrader users
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Choose

If you:

  • Active traders
  • Scalpers
  • Budget-conscious ECN traders
Visit Vantage →
FAQ

GO Markets vs Vantage: FAQ

Which is better, GO Markets or Vantage?

Overall, GO Markets scores 4.1/5 and Vantage scores 4.2/5. The right pick depends on what you value: GO Markets for australian traders, Vantage for active traders.

Which is cheaper, GO Markets or Vantage?

On our fees score, GO Markets is 4.3/5 and Vantage is 4.5/5. GO Markets advertises spreads from 0.0 pips, Vantage from 0.0 pips. Check the fee rows above for the full picture, because headline spreads are not the bill.

Which is safer, GO Markets or Vantage?

GO Markets holds 2 licence(s), including ASIC, CySEC. Vantage holds 3 licence(s), including ASIC, FCA, CIMA. More Tier 1 regulators means more client protection schemes. Verify any licence at the regulator register before depositing.

Which has more markets, GO Markets or Vantage?

GO Markets offers 1,000+, Vantage offers 1,000+. Choose the range that covers what you actually trade.

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