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Pepperstone vs GO Markets

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 Pepperstone and GO Markets, side by side, across the categories that decide your costs and safety.

FeesPepperstone: 4.9/5vsGO Markets: 4.3/5Pepperstone wins
SafetyPepperstone: 4.6/5vsGO Markets: 4.2/5Pepperstone wins
PlatformsPepperstone: 4.8/5vsGO Markets: 4.2/5Pepperstone wins
EducationPepperstone: 3.8/5vsGO Markets: 3.5/5Pepperstone wins
Customer SupportPepperstone: 4.3/5vsGO Markets: 4.3/5Even
QUICK VERDICT

Who Wins?

Pepperstone wins on overall score (4.5/5 vs 4.1/5). Pepperstone is the pick if you value scalpers; choose GO Markets if you value australian traders. The tables below show where each actually wins.

Who this is for: Pepperstone suits traders who prioritise scalpers; GO Markets suits traders who prioritise australian traders.

VS
4.1/5
Best for: Australian traders
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HEAD-TO-HEAD

Side-by-Side Comparison

Feature
Overall Rating
4.5/5
4.1/5
Minimum Deposit
$0
$200
Spreads From
0.0 pips
0.0 pips
Max Leverage
Up to 500:1
Up to 500:1
Instruments
1,200+
1,000+
Fees Score
4.9/5
4.3/5
Platforms Score
4.8/5
4.2/5
Education Score
3.8/5
3.5/5
Safety Score
4.6/5
4.2/5
Platforms
MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, TradingView
MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, GO WebTrader
Founded
2010
2006
Headquarters
Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne, Australia
KEY DIFFERENCES

What Actually Differs

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

Minimum depositPepperstone: $0GO Markets: $200Pepperstone needs less to start.
RegulatorsPepperstone: 6 (ASIC, FCA)...GO Markets: 2 (ASIC, CySEC)Pepperstone is licensed in more jurisdictions.
InstrumentsPepperstone: 1,200+GO Markets: 1,000+Pepperstone offers more markets.
PlatformsPepperstone: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTraderGO Markets: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTraderBoth support MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader.
Best forPepperstone: ScalpersGO Markets: Australian tradersDifferent fits. Read the verdict below.
ANALYSIS

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • + Razor-sharp spreads from 0.0 pips
  • + Ultra-fast execution (avg 30ms)
  • + Multiple platforms: MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView
  • + No minimum deposit requirement
  • + Award-winning customer service
  • + Excellent for scalping and algo trading

Cons

  • - Limited educational resources
  • - No proprietary platform
  • - Research tools could be improved
  • - No guaranteed stop losses
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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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RECOMMENDATION

Which Broker Should You Choose?

Choose

If you:

  • Scalpers
  • Day traders
  • Algorithmic traders
  • Professional traders
Visit Pepperstone
Choose

If you:

  • Australian traders
  • ECN traders
  • cTrader users
Visit GO Markets
FAQ

Pepperstone vs GO Markets: FAQ

Which is better, Pepperstone or GO Markets?

Overall, Pepperstone scores 4.5/5 and GO Markets scores 4.1/5. The right pick depends on what you value: Pepperstone for scalpers, GO Markets for australian traders.

Which is cheaper, Pepperstone or GO Markets?

On our fees score, Pepperstone is 4.9/5 and GO Markets is 4.3/5. Pepperstone advertises spreads from 0.0 pips, GO Markets from 0.0 pips. Check the fee rows above for the full picture, because headline spreads are not the bill.

Which is safer, Pepperstone or GO Markets?

Pepperstone holds 6 licence(s), including ASIC, FCA, BaFin, CySEC, DFSA, SCB. GO Markets holds 2 licence(s), including ASIC, CySEC. More Tier 1 regulators means more client protection schemes. Verify any licence at the regulator register before depositing.

Which has more markets, Pepperstone or GO Markets?

Pepperstone offers 1,200+, GO Markets offers 1,000+. Choose the range that covers what you actually trade.

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