Two regulation-focused brokers face off on cost, platform choice, and trader education. The matchup tests whether low deposits and proprietary tools outweigh broader instrument access and advanced education.
FXTM comes out ahead over easyMarkets with a higher editorial score. The 0.3-point difference reflects FXTM's broader instrument range and education resources.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose easyMarkets if…
Choose easyMarkets if you want a proprietary platform in addition to MT4/MT5 and fixed spreads. You also benefit from a no slippage guarantee on the web platform and 24/5 support.
Choose FXTM if…
Choose FXTM if you want broad instrument variety and strong education resources. You also gain access to FXTM Invest copy trading and extensive market analysis.
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 1.50 pips for FXTM, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 3.9/ 5 | 4.2/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.2 / 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 | FXTM |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Pass | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Fail |
| 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 FXTM rates 4.2/5. FXTM 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 FXTM's 1.5 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
FXTM has $10, while easyMarkets requires at least $25. This makes FXTM more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both easyMarkets and FXTM 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: FXTM requires a lower minimum deposit ($10), 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 FXTM lists up to 1000:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
easyMarkets supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while FXTM supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. easyMarkets has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Equally matched; both hold segregated funds and multiple regulators.
FXTM offers FXTM Invest and broader tools for active traders.
FXTM is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available.
easyMarkets provides proprietary platform alongside MT4/MT5.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 3.8 / 5 | 3.9 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.3 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2001 | 2011 |
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| Headquarters | Limassol, Cyprus | Limassol, Cyprus |
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| Min Deposit | $25 | $10▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0.7 pips▼ lower | 1.5 pips |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | N/A |
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| Max Leverage | 400:1▲ higher | 1,000:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerFasaPay |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerFasaPay |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC CNV HCMC CySEC MNB | FCA FSCA CySEC FSC |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 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
Low $10 minimum deposit on Micro accounts
Strong copy trading via FXTM Invest platform
Extensive education, webinars, video courses, and market analysis
Multilingual support in 20+ languages
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
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
Standard account spreads are not ECN-competitive
Platform choice limited to MT4 and MT5
Mauritius FSC entity offers less investor protection than FCA/CySEC
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
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Score 3.9 / 5
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