| Feature | Deriv | Pacific Union (PU Prime) |
|---|---|---|
| Year Established | 1999 | 2015 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), Labuan Financial Services Authority (LFSA), Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) | Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), Seychelles Financial Services Authority (FSA), Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) |
| Location | Malta, Malaysia, Vanuatu | Seychelles, Australia |
| Broker Type | Market Maker | Straight Through Processing (STP), Electronic Communication Network (ECN) |
| Leverage | Up to 1:1000 | Up to 1:500 (Standard, Prime, Cent accounts), Up to 1:1000 (Pro account) |
| Minimum Deposit | $5 | $50 (Standard account), $1000 (Prime account), $20 (Cent account), $50 (Pro account), $10,000 (ECN account) |
| Trading Platforms | DTrader, DBot, Deriv MT5 (DMT5), Deriv X | MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), PU Prime Mobile App, WebTrader |
| Tradable Instruments | Forex, Commodities, Cryptocurrencies, Indices, Synthetic Indices | Forex, Commodities, Cryptocurrencies, Indices, Shares, ETFs, Bonds |
| Spread | From 0.5 pips | From 1.3 pips (Standard account), From 0.0 pips (Prime and ECN accounts) |
| Commission | None | $7 per lot (Prime account), $1 per lot (ECN account) |
| Deposit Methods | Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Cards, E-wallets, Cryptocurrencies | Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Cards, E-wallets, Cryptocurrencies |
| Withdrawal Methods | Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Cards, E-wallets, Cryptocurrencies | Bank Transfer, Credit/Debit Cards, E-wallets, Cryptocurrencies |
| Deposit Processing Time | Instant for most methods | Instant for most methods |
| Withdrawal Processing Time | 1 working day | Varies by method; Bank Transfers: 2-5 business days |
| Customer Support | 24/7 via Live Chat, Email | 24/7 via Live Chat, Email, Phone |
| Educational Resources | Limited | Comprehensive, including webinars, tutorials, and market analysis |
| Demo Account | Yes | Yes |
| Islamic Account | Yes | Yes (Standard, Prime, and Cent accounts) |
| Copy Trading | No | Yes (via PU Social app) |
| Promotions | None | $50 No Deposit Bonus, 50% Credit Bonus up to $10,000, Refer-a-Friend program |
| Mobile Trading | Yes | Yes (PU Prime Mobile App) |
| Additional Features | Proprietary synthetic indices | Social trading platform (PU Social), AI-powered economic calendar |
| Account Currencies | USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, Cryptocurrencies | USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, SGD, CAD, Cryptocurrencies |
| Account Types | Standard, Financial STP, Synthetic | Standard, Prime, Cent, Pro, ECN |
| Order Execution Speed | 0.5 seconds on average | 0.2 seconds on average |
| Stop Out Level | 50% | 30% (Standard, Prime), 50% (ECN) |
| Hedging Capability | Available | Available |
| Scalping | Allowed | Allowed |
| Algo Trading | Supported on DBot and MT5 | Supported on MT4 and MT5 |
| VPS Service | Not provided | Provided for ECN account holders |
| Asset Classes | Includes Synthetic Indices | Includes Shares, ETFs, Bonds |
| Charting Tools | Proprietary tools on DTrader, MT5 indicators | Advanced charting on MT4/MT5, TradingView integration |
| Market Depth | Limited | Full market depth for ECN accounts |
| Trailing Stop | Supported | Supported |
| Negative Balance Protection | Enabled | Enabled |
| Partnership Programs | Affiliate, IB, API partnerships | Affiliate, IB, White Label solutions |
| API Access | Proprietary API for algorithmic trading | FIX API available for ECN accounts |
| News Feed | In-house news updates | Integrated news feed from Dow Jones |
| Risk Management Tools | Stop Loss, Take Profit, Margin Call | Stop Loss, Take Profit, Trailing Stop, Risk Analyzer |
| Technical Indicators | Over 30 built-in indicators | Over 50 built-in indicators on MT4/MT5 |
| Social Media Presence | Active on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram | Active on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn |
| Fee Transparency | Transparent with no hidden fees | Transparent, commission-based for certain accounts |
| Market Sentiment Tools | Proprietary sentiment tools | Sentiment analysis integrated into MT4/MT5 |
| Bonuses and Rebates | None offered | Loyalty rebates for frequent traders |
| Language Support | Multilingual, including French, Spanish, Russian | Multilingual, including Chinese, French, Spanish, Russian |
| Trading Contests | Not available | Monthly trading contests for clients |
| Order Types | Market, Limit, Stop, Good-Till-Cancelled | Market, Limit, Stop, One-Cancels-the-Other, Good-Till-Cancelled |
| Leverage Customization | Flexible leverage adjustments | Leverage adjustments based on account type |
| Security Measures | 2FA, Segregated client funds | 2FA, SSL encryption, Segregated client funds |
| Mobile App Features | Simplified interface, Synthetic indices trading | Full-featured with analysis tools, alerts, and charting |
| Interest on Margin | No interest charged | No interest charged for Islamic accounts |
| Execution Model | Hybrid (Market Maker + STP) | Pure STP and ECN for certain accounts |
| Client Base | Over 2 million clients globally | Over 120,000 clients in 120+ countries |
| Swap-Free Duration for Islamic Accounts | Unlimited | 30 days (Standard and Prime accounts) |
| Margin Call Level | 100% | 80% (Standard, Prime), 100% (ECN) |
| Maximum Open Orders | Unlimited | 200 (Standard, Prime), 500 (ECN) |
| Contract Sizes | Micro, Mini, Standard lots | Micro, Mini, Standard lots |
| Risk Disclosure | Detailed in terms and conditions | Detailed with educational resources |
| Order Execution Type | Instant and Market Execution | Market Execution |
| Corporate Accounts | Available on request | Available on request |
| Deposit Currency Options | Supports multiple fiat and crypto currencies | Supports multiple fiat and crypto currencies |
| Auto Trading Tools | DBot, API integration | Expert Advisors (EAs) on MT4/MT5 |
| Spread Type | Variable | Fixed and Variable options |
| Commodity Range | Metals, Energy | Metals, Energy, Agricultural commodities |
| Trading Signals | Built-in on MT5 | Integrated signals on MT4/MT5, MQL5 signals |
| Holiday Trading | Available for synthetic indices | Limited to market hours |
| Execution Policy | No dealing desk for STP accounts | No dealing desk for STP and ECN accounts |
| Slippage Policy | Minimal slippage for synthetic indices | Low slippage on ECN accounts |
| Account Verification | KYC required | KYC required |
| Funding Limits | No maximum deposit limit | Maximum limits based on payment methods |
| Withdrawal Limits | No maximum withdrawal limit | Limits based on account type and method |
| Licensing and Compliance | MiFID II compliance (for EU clients) | ASIC, FSCA, and FSA compliance |
| Internal Transfer | Supported between same currency accounts | Supported between same and different currency accounts |
| Interest on Unused Margin | Not provided | Not provided |
| Volatility Index Trading | Proprietary offering | Not available |
| Market Coverage | 24/7 for synthetic indices | 24/5 for most assets |
| HFT (High-Frequency Trading) | Supported | Supported for ECN accounts |
| Cashback Programs | Not offered | Cashback for high-volume traders |
| Requotes | No requotes policy | No requotes policy for ECN accounts |
| Data Protection | GDPR compliance for EU clients | GDPR compliance and SSL encryption |
| Trading Community | Active forums and Telegram channels | Active community on Discord and Telegram |
| Fee for Inactivity | No inactivity fee | Inactivity fee after 6 months of no trading |
| OTC Trading | Available for certain assets | Available for specific contracts |
| CopyTrade Fee Structure | Not applicable | Performance-based fee for signal providers |
| Backtesting Capability | Limited to DBot and MT5 | Extensive on MT4/MT5 with historical data |
| Scalping Restrictions | None | None for ECN accounts |
| Local Payment Methods | Supports regional payment options | Supports regional and local payment options |
| Cryptocurrency Pairs | 20+ crypto pairs | 30+ crypto pairs |
| Timeframes on Platforms | 30+ timeframes on MT5 | 21 timeframes on MT4/MT5 |
| Cloud Hosting | Not available | Available for ECN accounts with VPS |
| Index Coverage | Global indices, synthetic indices | Global indices, no synthetic indices |
| Latency | Average 20ms | Average 10ms for ECN accounts |
| Stop-Loss Execution | Guaranteed for synthetic indices | Guaranteed for ECN accounts |
| Fee for Withdrawals | Depends on the method, generally low | Depends on the method, higher for wire transfers |
| Accrued Interest on Balances | Not offered | Not offered |
| Advanced Order Types | OCO (One Cancels the Other) | OCO, GTC (Good Till Cancelled) |
| Compliance Audits | Annual internal audits | Annual audits by third-party firms |
| Liquidity Providers | In-house for synthetic indices | Multiple tier-1 liquidity providers |
| Client Segmentation | Retail and professional | Retail, professional, institutional |
| Competition Participation | No contests available | Regular trading competitions with prizes |
Deriv offers low-cost trading with synthetic indices and flexible leverage, while Pacific Union (PU Prime) provides diverse asset classes, ECN accounts, and advanced tools for professional traders.