Two established brokers face off in a battle of cost, platform breadth, and regulation. Each emphasizes different strengths, inviting readers to weigh fees against platform choice.
Forex.com and FxPro are closely matched overall, with FxPro charging an inactivity fee while Forex.com does not.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Forex.com offers tighter spreads from 1.00 pips vs 1.20 pips for FxPro, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.2/ 5 | 4.3/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
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)
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Forex.com | FxPro |
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| 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 | Pass | Pass |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Fail | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Pass | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: Forex.com rates 4.2/5 and FxPro rates 4.3/5. FxPro 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.
Forex.com starts from 1 pips, tighter than FxPro's 1.2 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Both Forex.com and FxPro require a minimum deposit of $100 to open a live trading account.
Both Forex.com and FxPro 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, both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each broker's site before deciding.
Forex.com lists maximum leverage of 50:1, while FxPro 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.
Both Forex.com and FxPro charge the same commission of $7 per lot on applicable accounts.
Forex.com supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while FxPro supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and Proprietary Web/Mobile and MetaTrader 4. FxPro has exclusive access to cTrader.
Forex.com wins for safety and regulation due to broader regulator coverage including NFA/CFTC, FCA, ASIC.
FxPro wins for active traders with 2100 instruments and up to 500:1 leverage.
Forex.com is better suited for scalpers: tighter spreads from 1.00 pips.
FxPro wins for platform choice with MT4, MT5, cTrader, and proprietary web/mobile.
Forex.com wins for beginners due to broader regulatory coverage and protection.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.1 / 5 | 4.2 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
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| Founded | 1999 | 2006 |
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| Headquarters | Bedminster, New Jersey, USA | London, United Kingdom |
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| Min Deposit | $100 | $100 |
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| Spreads From | 1 pips▼ lower | 1.2 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $7/lot | $7/lot |
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| 1.7 pips▼ lower | 1.9 pips |
| Max Leverage | 50:1▲ higher | 500:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | $15/month (after 12 months) | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FCA ASIC MAS IIROC CFTC NFA | FCA FSCA CySEC |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | cTrader MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile 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
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
Supports all four major platforms: MT4, MT5, cTrader, and proprietary
Strong FCA and CySEC regulation
No dealing desk execution on raw accounts
Negative balance protection
Client funds held in segregated accounts
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
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
Cons
Customer support can be slow during peak hours
FxPro Edge proprietary platform less feature-rich than MT4
Not available to US residents
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