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Source: ForexBenchmark - Previous 7 Days Range | All Pairs | Incl. Commissions + Spreads. (Last Updated: 29 June 2026)
Vantage FX costs reflect spread including commission on standard lot. Afterprime costs include zero commission with Flow Rewards™ applied at standard eligible rates. Comparisons are on a like-for-like account basis.
| Volume | Vantage FX (RAW ECN) | Afterprime | Saved |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 lots | $278.00 | $160.50 | $117.50 |
| 100 lots | $556.00 | $321.00 | $235.00 |
| 250 lots | $1390.00 | $802.50 | $587.50 |
| 500 lots | $2780.00 | $1605.00 | $1175.00 |
| 1000 lots | $5560.00 | $3210.00 | $2350.00 |
Source: ForexBenchmark - Previous 7 Days Range | All Pairs | Incl. Commissions + Spreads. (Last Updated: )
Afterprime net cost figures include Flow Rewards™ at $0.40/lot (round turn), applicable to eligible client accounts on qualifying instruments. Flow Rewards™ rates may vary. See Flow Rewards for full eligibility criteria.
Cost comparisons are based on third-party data and are for informational purposes only. Trading involves significant risk of loss. Individual trading costs will vary based on account type, instrument, and market conditions.
The spread is the primary cost of entry for any trader, but it is rarely static. Most brokers quote "typical" spreads that fluctuate wildly during high volatility or low liquidity periods (like the New York/London crossover or market open).
Traders often make the mistake of looking at commission in isolation. A low commission is meaningless if it’s paired with wide spreads or poor execution (slippage).
The Total Cost Per Lot formula is: (Spread in Pips x Pip Value) + Round Turn Commission = Total Cost
When we calculate the comparison between Afterprime and other brokers, we don't just look at a snapshot. We aggregate data across different market sessions to provide a "Net Cost" profile.
Vantage is an Australian-origin online forex and CFD broker founded in 2009, with its roots in Sydney. The broker serves clients across more than 170 countries and offers an ECN/STP-style execution environment with access to deep liquidity from multiple tier-one providers. Vantage utilises Equinix data centre infrastructure to deliver low-latency execution and stable pricing. The broker supports algorithmic trading, social and copy trading via platforms such as Myfxbook, ZuluTrade, and DupliTrade, and provides a broad range of instruments including forex, indices, commodities, shares, ETFs, and cryptocurrency CFDs.
Vantage operates under multiple regulatory entities. The Australian entity, Vantage Global Prime Pty Ltd, is regulated by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) under AFSL 428901. The broker also operates Vantage International Group Limited, regulated by the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), and Vantage Global Limited, regulated by the Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC). In addition, Vantage Markets (Europe) Ltd is authorised by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) under licence number 389/20. Client funds are held in segregated accounts with top-tier banks, with varying protections depending on the jurisdiction.
Vantage supports MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 across desktop, web, and mobile devices. The broker also offers integration with TradingView for charting and trade execution. For social trading, Vantage integrates with third-party platforms including Myfxbook AutoTrade, ZuluTrade, and DupliTrade. VPS hosting is available for traders running automated strategies, and API connectivity options are offered for institutional or advanced users.
Vantage offers three main live account types. The Standard STP account is commission-free with spreads starting from around 1.0 pips on major forex pairs. The Raw ECN account provides spreads from 0.0 pips with a commission of approximately $3.00 per lot per side. The Pro ECN account offers tighter commission rates (around $1.50 per lot per side) but typically requires higher minimum deposits and may have eligibility criteria. Minimum deposit requirements generally start from $200 USD, depending on the account type and region. Swap-free (Islamic) accounts are available, and demo accounts can be opened for practice.
We curate membership to maintain clean order flow. Better flow quality means better liquidity access and more consistent execution for all members.
Flow RewardsTM start with your first trade.
Visit ForexBenchmark.com for independent, real-time spread and execution monitoring. We’re listed alongside all major brokers.
Yes. Most traders transfer accounts in 2-3 business days. We provide a migration checklist and our team assists with the process.
Afterprime is built for system-based traders who track performance and care about total cost. If you trade sporadically or prefer market execution without analysis, we’re probably not the best fit.
No. Afterprime’s commission is zero – structural, not promotional. Vantage FX charges commission on its Raw ECN accounts ($6 round turn on EURUSD).
Afterprime’s zero-commission model means the cost you see is the cost you get. The Forexbenchmark.com figure of $3.74/lot on EURUSD already reflects the full cost, no additional commission layer.
No. Afterprime does not support cTrader. Supported platforms: MT4, MT5, WebTrader and FIX API.
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