This matchup pits two CFD brokers offering crypto CFDs against each other. They differ in regulation, platform ecosystems, and pricing clarity, creating contrasting implications for traders.
TMGM is the overall winner on editorial score, supported by ASIC regulation. FBS trails with offshore oversight.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
TMGM wins due to ASIC regulation and negative balance protection.
TMGM wins for low fees with competitive ECN crypto spreads.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.4/ 5 | 3.6/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | $1▼ lower | $100 |
| Spreads From | 0 pips | 0 pips |
| Taker Fee | 20.00% | 7.00%▼ lower |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | FBS | TMGM |
|---|---|---|
| Security | ||
| Cold storage for assets | Fail | Fail |
| Proof of reserves published | Fail | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, etc.) | Fail | Pass |
| Fees | ||
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Fail | Fail |
| Transparent pricing page | Fail | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Staking available | Fail | Fail |
| DeFi integration | Fail | Fail |
| NFT trading | Fail | Fail |
| 500+ coins listed | Fail | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: FBS rates 3.4/5 and TMGM rates 3.6/5. TMGM has a marginal edge in our scoring, but the difference is small enough that your specific priorities — fees, platforms, or regulatory jurisdiction — should guide the final choice.
Both FBS and TMGM list the same spread figure of 0. Compare each exchange's full fee schedule, including maker/taker rates and any volume discounts, to evaluate total trading costs.
FBS has $1, while TMGM requires at least $100. This makes FBS more accessible for traders looking to start with a smaller crypto investment.
TMGM holds top-tier regulation (ASIC, VFSC), providing stronger investor protections. FBS may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Verify regulatory status on each regulator's public register before depositing funds.
For beginners, two factors stand out: FBS requires a lower minimum deposit ($1), lowering the barrier to entry, and TMGM provides negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
FBS offers up to 2:1 on perpetual or margin products, versus TMGM's 2:1 cap. Margin and futures trading carry higher risk than spot crypto; confirm product availability and jurisdiction-specific limits on each exchange's website.
TMGM charges $7 per trade, lower than FBS's $20 per trade. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day. Crypto fees are typically quoted as maker/taker rates rather than fixed per-trade commissions; check each exchange's fee schedule for volume-based discounts.
FBS supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while TMGM supports IRESS, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. TMGM has exclusive access to IRESS.
Equally matched on coin count with six listed coins.
Equally matched as neither offers DeFi or Web3 features.
| 2 pips |
| 0.7 pips▼ lower |
| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
|---|
| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerFasaPayPerfect Money | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardCrypto |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerFasaPayPerfect Money | Bank transferCredit cardCrypto |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FSCA CySEC IFSC | ASIC VFSC |
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| Cold Storage | No | No |
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| Proof of Reserves | No | No |
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| Staking | No | No |
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| DeFi Integration | No | No |
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| NFT Trading | No | No |
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| 500+ Coins | No | No |
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| P2P Trading | No | No |
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| Crypto Earn / Savings | No | No |
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| Token Launchpad | No | No |
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Dig deeper into each broker’s features, fees, and regulation.
Score 3.4 / 5
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