Two regulated forex brokers face off on trust, pricing, and platform access. The tension centers on regulatory breadth, fee structures, and tool availability.
Forex.com outperforms easyMarkets on editorial score (4.2 vs 3.9) and has a broader regulator roster and stronger platform tools. This combination gives Forex.com the edge in regulation breadth and execution options.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose easyMarkets if…
Choose easyMarkets if you want no inactivity fee.
Choose Forex.com if…
Choose easyMarkets if you value a very low $25 minimum deposit. Choose Forex.com if you need access to US clients. Choose Forex.com if you want raw spreads with a $7 round-turn commission.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
easyMarkets offers tighter spreads from 0.70 pips vs 1.00 pips for Forex.com, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 3.9/ 5 | 4.2/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.3 / 5▲ |
Pros
Fixed spreads with no-slippage guarantee on web platform
Unique dealCancellation feature to undo losing trades
Very low $25 minimum deposit
CySEC, ASIC regulated
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | easyMarkets | Forex.com |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Pass | Pass |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Fail | Pass |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Fail |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Pass | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: easyMarkets rates 3.9/5 and Forex.com rates 4.2/5. 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.
easyMarkets starts from 0.7 pips, tighter than Forex.com's 1 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
easyMarkets has $25, while Forex.com requires at least $100. This makes easyMarkets more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both easyMarkets and Forex.com hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each broker's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, two factors stand out: easyMarkets requires a lower minimum deposit ($25), lowering the barrier to entry, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
easyMarkets lists maximum leverage of 400:1, while Forex.com lists up to 50:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Forex.com charges $7 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for easyMarkets are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
easyMarkets supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while Forex.com supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and Proprietary Web/Mobile and MetaTrader 4.
Forex.com benefits from a broader regulator roster and clear client fund protections.
Forex.com offers raw spreads, advanced charting, and MT4/MT5 plus proprietary platforms for active trading.
Forex.com is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available.
Forex.com provides MT4, MT5, and a robust proprietary platform for diverse trading needs.
easyMarkets offers a $25 minimum deposit and fixed spreads for risk-averse traders.
Forex.com lists 400 instruments versus 200 for easyMarkets.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 3.8 / 5 | 4.2 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.1 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.0 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2001 | 1999 |
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| Headquarters | Limassol, Cyprus | Bedminster, New Jersey, USA |
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| Min Deposit | $25▼ lower | $100 |
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| Spreads From | 0.7 pips▼ lower | 1 pips |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | $7/lot |
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| N/A | 1.7 pips |
| Max Leverage | 400:1 | 50:1▲ higher |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | $15/month (after 12 months) |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit card |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC CNV HCMC CySEC MNB | FCA ASIC MAS IIROC CFTC NFA |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Proprietary trading platform available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Pros
One of the few brokers accepting US retail forex clients
Deep research tools including macro analysis
Raw spread account with competitive $7 round-turn commission
MT4, MT5 and proprietary platforms
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Cons
Fixed spreads are wider than ECN variable spread accounts
Proprietary platform feels dated compared to MT4/MT5
Limited research tools
Limited charting capabilities
Cons
$100 minimum deposit is higher than some peers
US clients restricted to 50:1 leverage on major pairs
Raw account pricing not available in all jurisdictions
Inactivity fee applies
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