Two international brokers clash over price, platforms, and protection of funds. The matchup tests regulation breadth, execution quality, and platform variety to shape the trading experience.
Exness edges Fusion Markets on the editorial score, driven by stronger platforms and support and broader regulatory coverage.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose Exness if…
Choose Exness if you value broad regulation and strong support. You gain 24/5 live chat and phone support plus advanced charting tools.
Choose Fusion Markets if…
Choose Fusion Markets if you value a zero minimum deposit and a platform suite that includes MT4, MT5 and cTrader. You also get ETF CFDs at ultra-low commissions.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Fusion Markets offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.30 pips for Exness, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.4/ 5 | 4.2/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
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)
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 |
The scores are close: Exness rates 4.4/5 and Fusion Markets rates 4.2/5. Exness 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.
Fusion Markets starts from 0 pips, tighter than Exness's 0.3 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Fusion Markets has no minimum deposit, 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. Check each broker's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, two factors stand out: Fusion Markets has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
Exness lists maximum leverage of 2000:1, while Fusion Markets lists up to 500:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
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 5, MetaTrader 4, while Fusion Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Fusion Markets has exclusive access to cTrader.
Exness wins for safety and regulation with broader coverage including FCA, CySEC, FSCA, and OJK.
Exness is best for active traders due to 2000:1 leverage and strong platform tools.
Exness is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($3.5/lot).
Fusion Markets wins with MT4, MT5 and cTrader offering broader platform choice.
Fusion Markets has no minimum deposit, lowering entry for beginners.
Fusion Markets offers 250 instruments versus Exness 200.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.6 / 5▲ | 4.5 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 3.8 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2008 | 2017 |
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| Headquarters | Limassol, Cyprus | Melbourne, Australia |
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| Min Deposit | $1 | No minimum▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0.3 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | $3.5/lot▼ lower | $4.5/lot |
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| 0.65 pips | 0.45 pips▼ lower |
| Max Leverage | 2,000:1 | 500:1▲ higher |
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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 cardSkrillNetellerPerfect MoneyCryptoP2P | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPerfect MoneyCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FCA FSCA OJK CySEC | ASIC VFSC |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | cTrader MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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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
ETF CFDs available at the same ultra-low commission rate
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
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Score 4.2 / 5
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