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eToro review

Founded in 2007, ETORO (UK) LIMITED is listed under Companies House 07973792

Authorised by the FCAFRN 583263on the register since 9 May 20135 clone firms on the register

8.3/10Data score from 7 categories

The eToro review examines the UK firm founded in 2007, whose FCA authorisation under reference 583263 dates from 09/05/2013. Trading is available in forex, shares and CFDs. CFDs allow bets on price changes without any ownership of the asset. The firm is permitted to hold client money. Trading CFDs here, 55% of retail accounts end up losing money.

Regulatory status
Authorised, FRN 583263
Loss-making retail accounts
55% (read on 2 Nov 2026)
EUR/USD: minimum spread
0.005% per trade
Smallest deposit
£50

CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. For this provider, 55% of retail investor accounts end up losing money trading CFDs. Consider whether CFDs work in a way you understand and whether you can afford the high risk of losing your money.

On 2 Nov 2026, we reviewed eToro's own wording on etoro.com.

How eToro compares on loss rate with the wider field

Share of retail CFD accounts that lose money, by brokerActivTrades 69%, Capital.com 65%, CMC Markets 69%, eToro 55%, FxPro 75%, IG 70%, Pepperstone 73.6%, Plus500 76%, Spreadex 64%, Trading 212 75%, Vantage 72.65%, XTB 74%0%25%50%75%100%ActivTrades69%Capital.com65%CMC Markets69%eToro55%FxPro75%IG70%Pepperstone73.6%Plus50076%Spreadex64%Trading 21275%Vantage72.65%XTB74%
eToro in dark blue. Each number is the broker's own figure, taken from the risk warning on its UK site, read 2 Nov 2026. Each firm sits in A to Z order, with none ranked above another.

Where eToro stands on the FCA register

Since 9 May 2013, ETORO (UK) LIMITED has been authorised by the FCA, FRN 583263, and it holds client money.

FirmETORO (UK) LIMITED
FRN583263
StatusAuthorised
Authorised since9 May 2013
Companies House07973792
Address on the registerCanary Wharf, London: 24th Floor, One Canada Square, E14 5AB, UNITED KINGDOM
Website on the registerwww.etoro.com

Clone firms on the register

The FCA register names 5 clone firms that use this firm's name or details., and none of them is ETORO (UK) LIMITED.

  • Bitcoin FX Optionon the register from 15 Jan 2019
  • Expotoro / Tratoro / PayBack Toro (Clone of FCA Authorised Firm)on the register from 20 Jun 2023
  • Etoro SB Limited is listed as a clone of an FCA authorised firm. added 26 May 2022.on the register from 26 May 2022
  • Listed on 08 Aug 2025: AI -Arbitrage (Clone of FCA authorised firm).on the register from 08 Aug 2025
  • Listed on 05 Mar 2026: Finvoire (Clone of FCA Authorised firm).on the register from 05 Mar 2026

Check that you are on the genuine website

The register lists www.etoro.com as ETORO (UK) LIMITED's website. Type that address yourself instead of following a link in an advert, an email or a message, then check the register entry for FRN 583263.

Read 2 Nov 2026. Source: FCA Financial Services Register.

What eToro charges in spreads and commission

The spread is the difference between buying and selling prices, and you pay it on every trade. For standard accounts, spreads start at either 0.005% per trade for EUR/USD and GBP/USD, or 0.01% for Gold and UK100.

MarketAccountAs statedSpread
EUR/USDStandardMinimum0.005% per trade
GBP/USDStandardMinimum0.005% per trade
Gold (Non Expiry)StandardMinimum0.01% per trade
UK100StandardMinimum0.01% per trade

Read 2 Nov 2026. Source: etoro.com/trading/fees/cfd-spreads.

Other fees

Currency conversionvaries by location, payment method and Club level
Depositsnone stated by etoro; funding providers may charge
WithdrawalsLocal currency (GBP) accounts: free; USD investment account: USD 5

Read 2 Nov 2026. Source: etoro.com/trading/fees.

Deposits and withdrawals

Minimum deposit££50. According to the help centre, the minimum first-time deposit varies by region from $10 to $10,000.
Ways to depositAvailable methods include etoro Money, Credit/Debit card types (Visa, MasterCard, Visa Electron, Maestro), Bank transfer and Easy Bank Transfer through a local GBP account.)
Ways to withdrawetoro Money, Credit/Debit cards, Bank transfer

Drawn from etoro.com, checked 2 Nov 2026; etoro.com/customer-service/deposit-faq, checked 2 Nov 2026; and etoro.com/trading/fees, checked 2 Nov 2026.

Products, markets and leverage

CFDsYes
Share dealingYes

Source: etoro.com, read 2 Nov 2026

eToro trading platforms

Own platformetoro platform and app (etoro edge terminal)
Demo accountYes

Drawn from etoro.com, checked 2 Nov 2026, and etoro.com/trading/cfd, checked 2 Nov 2026.

Your protection if the firm runs into trouble

FSCSETORO (UK) LIMITED is FCA authorised in the UK, so Financial Services Compensation Scheme cover can reach up to £85,000 for each person if the firm fails owing you money.
Client moneyThe register shows permission to hold client money

We checked fscs.org.uk/what-we-cover/investments on 2 Nov 2026.

Tax on the products traded here

Gains from eToro's CFD trading fall within Capital Gains Tax, but it doesn't offer a spread betting account. Read more in CFD tax in the UK.

Accounts without swaps, customer support and the mobile app

SupportGet help from the chatbot, help centre, or tickets / customer service team
iPhone app ratingThe UK App Store, 2 Nov 2026, shows 4.24 out of 5 across 18,299 ratings

Source read 2 Nov 2026: etoro.com/customer-service; itunes.apple.com/lookup, also read 2 Nov 2026.

The official eToro website

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Put eToro next to another broker

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Each firm sits in A to Z order, with none ranked above another.

Common questions answered

What is the eToro withdrawal fee?

Nothing is charged when you withdraw from a local GBP account. Withdrawing funds from a USD investment account has a cost of 5 USD. You may withdraw through eToro Money, a bank transfer, or credit and debit cards. Switching currencies means the conversion charge depends on your payment method, your location and Club level.

How much is the minimum deposit at eToro?

Funding your UK account requires 50 GBP. The help centre says starting amounts range from 10 USD to 10,000 USD across all regions. No broker fee for adding money appears, although your bank or card issuer may charge you. Payment methods include a bank transfer, Easy Bank Transfer, eToro Money, and cards from Visa, MasterCard, Visa Electron and Maestro.

Would a demo account let me try eToro?

Yes. Before risking your own money, you can practise on a trial account. On the web platform and mobile app, it lets you test how trades work.

What trading platforms does eToro offer?

The broker's web setup, eToro edge terminal and mobile app let you trade. The eToro: Trade & Invest app scores 4.24 on the Apple App Store, based on 18,299 reviews.

How can I reach eToro and identify clone firms?

The help centre, chatbot and customer service tickets let you reach support. Always confirm you're using www.etoro.com, since the FCA register lists 5 clone alerts for this broker. Fake sites known as clones copy the details of regulated firms to deceive you.