A head-to-head comparison of Exness and Fusion Markets across regulation, trading costs, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Exceptional value for developing-market traders - instant withdrawals, $1 minimum deposit, and ultra-competitive raw spread pricing.
One of the lowest-cost ECN brokers globally at $4.50/lot, no minimum deposit, and three platform options - strong value for cost-conscious traders.
Exness edges ahead with a score of 4.4/5 vs Fusion Markets's 4.2/5. A narrow margin, so review the breakdown below to see where each broker has a clear advantage.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Fusion Markets offers tighter spreads from 0 pips vs 0.3 pips for Exness, reducing trading costs.
Exness has a stronger safety profile: top-tier regulation, compensation scheme, segregated funds, negative balance protection.
Both brokers offer equivalent trading costs across spreads, commissions, and account types.
Fusion Markets offers more exclusive platform options: cTrader.
Exness edges out Fusion Markets with a higher editorial score (4.4/5 vs 4.2/5), indicating a stronger overall experience for new traders.
| Editorial score | 4.4/ 5 | 4.2/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.6 / 5▲ | 4.5 / 5 |
Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
Customer Support 10% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 3.8 / 5 |
| Founded | 2008 | 2017 |
| Headquarters | Limassol, Cyprus | Melbourne, Australia |
| Min deposit | $1 | No minimum |
| Spreads from | 0.3 pips | 0 pips |
| Commission / lot | $3.5/lot | $4.5/lot |
| Max leverage | 2000:1 | 500:1 |
| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
| Regulators | FCA FSCA CySEC OJK | ASIC VFSC |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 cTrader |
| Active bonuses | ||
| Visit broker | Visit Exness | Visit Fusion Markets |
Pros
Near-unlimited leverage on offshore entity
Extremely low $1 minimum deposit on Standard account
Instant withdrawals available 24/7 including weekends
One of the world's highest-volume retail FX brokers
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
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
Pros
Among the lowest ECN commissions globally at $4.50/lot round-turn
No minimum deposit and no inactivity fee
Supports MT4, MT5, and cTrader
ASIC regulated with strong Australian broker infrastructure
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
Cons
Not available to US residents
EU clients face significant leverage restrictions
Unlimited leverage carries extreme risk for inexperienced traders
No proprietary platform
Cons
Smaller, newer broker (est. 2017) with limited global brand recognition
Limited research and educational content
VFSC license used for non-AU clients offers fewer protections
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
No 24/5 live chat
No phone support
Support available in limited languages
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Exness | Fusion Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fail |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Pass | 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 | Fail | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Fail |
Based on our independent editorial scoring, Exness ranks higher with a score of 4.4/5 vs 4.2/5 for Fusion Markets. The best choice still depends on your individual trading needs; Exness and Fusion Markets may each suit different trader profiles.
Fusion Markets offers tighter spreads starting from 0 pips, compared to Exness's spreads from 0.3 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, particularly valuable for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Fusion Markets has a lower minimum deposit of no minimum required, while Exness requires at least $1. This makes Fusion Markets more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Exness and Fusion Markets hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Both are considered safe. Check each broker's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners: Fusion Markets has a lower minimum deposit (no minimum), lowering the barrier to entry; both brokers offer negative balance protection. Also weigh up educational resources and customer support quality before deciding.
Exness offers maximum leverage of 2000:1, while Fusion Markets offers up to 500:1. Available leverage varies by account type, instrument, and jurisdiction. Higher leverage amplifies both potential profits and losses. Always use appropriate risk management.
Exness charges $3.5 per lot, lower than Fusion Markets's $4.5 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
Exness supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 and Fusion Markets offers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader; both support MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5; Fusion Markets exclusively offers cTrader.
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