Forex.com and TMGM face off on regulation breadth, platform options, and fee structures. The matchup tests safety, cost, and crypto access across regimes.
Forex.com edges TMGM on editorial score (3.9 vs 3.6) due to broader regulation and institutional research tools.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
Forex.com wins due to the breadth of regulators including NFA, CFTC, FCA, ASIC, MAS, and IIROC.
TMGM wins for low fees due to no deposit fees.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.9/ 5 | 3.6/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Spreads From | 1 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
| Taker Fee | 7.00% | 7.00% |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Forex.com | 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.) | Pass | Pass |
| Fees | ||
| No deposit fee | Fail | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Fail | Fail |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | 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: Forex.com rates 3.9/5 and TMGM rates 3.6/5. Forex.com 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.
TMGM lists a lower spread from 0, compared with Forex.com's 1. Crypto trading costs are typically quoted as a percentage of the trade value; check each exchange's full fee schedule, as maker/taker rates and volume discounts vary.
Both Forex.com and TMGM require a minimum deposit of $100 to start trading crypto.
Both Forex.com and TMGM hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each exchange's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, both exchanges provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each exchange's site before deciding.
Forex.com offers up to 50:1 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.
Both Forex.com and TMGM charge the same commission of $7 per trade on applicable accounts. 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.
Forex.com supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while TMGM supports IRESS, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Forex.com has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile. TMGM has exclusive access to IRESS.
TMGM scores better on fee criteria (no deposit fee). Always check both exchanges' current fee schedules, as maker/taker rates and withdrawal fees vary and are subject to change.
Equally matched for coin selection.
Forex.com is better for beginners due to broader regulatory oversight and institutional research tools.
Equally matched for DeFi & Web3.
| 1.7 pips |
| 0.7 pips▼ lower |
| Inactivity Fee | $15/month (after 12 months) | None |
|---|
| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
|---|
| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardCrypto |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transferCredit cardCrypto |
|---|
| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | IIROC FCA MAS ASIC CFTC NFA | ASIC VFSC |
|---|
| 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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