Fusion Markets and Swissquote trade off regulation, pricing, and platforms, testing cost efficiency against protection and tool breadth.
Fusion Markets and Swissquote are closely matched overall. The clearest differentiator is phone support, which Swissquote offers and Fusion Markets does not.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose Fusion Markets if…
Choose Fusion Markets if you value ultra-low raw spreads and a zero minimum deposit.
Choose Swissquote if…
Choose Swissquote if you prefer bank-grade regulation, a broad asset range, and phone support.
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 1.70 pips for Swissquote, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.2/ 5 | 4.2/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
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
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Fusion Markets | Swissquote |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | Fail | Pass |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Pass | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Fail |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Fail | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Fail | Fail |
| Phone support | Fail | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Fail | Pass |
Fusion Markets and Swissquote share the same editorial score of 4.2/5. One concrete differentiator: Fusion Markets requires a lower minimum deposit.
Fusion Markets starts from 0 pips, tighter than Swissquote's 1.7 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Fusion Markets has no minimum deposit, while Swissquote requires at least $1120. This makes Fusion Markets more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Fusion Markets and Swissquote 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.
Fusion Markets lists maximum leverage of 500:1, while Swissquote lists up to 100:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Fusion Markets charges $4.5 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for Swissquote are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Fusion Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while Swissquote supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Fusion Markets has exclusive access to cTrader. Swissquote has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Swissquote wins for safety and regulation with FINMA oversight, FCA and DFSA coverage, bank-level fund security, and transparent client protections.
Fusion Markets leads active traders with ultra-low ECN spreads and no minimum deposit.
Fusion Markets is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
Fusion Markets offers MT4, MT5, and cTrader, expanding options.
Fusion Markets appeals to beginners with zero minimum deposit and straightforward pricing.
Swissquote offers the broadest asset range with 400 instruments across stocks, bonds, options, and other markets.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.5 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.2 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.8 / 5 | 3.9 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2017 | 1996 |
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| Headquarters | Melbourne, Australia | Gland, Switzerland |
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| Min Deposit | No minimum▼ lower | $1,120 |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips▼ lower | 1.7 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $4.5/lot | N/A |
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| 0.45 pips | N/A |
| Max Leverage | 500:1▲ higher | 100:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | CHF 10/month (after 6 months) |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal | Bank transfer |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC VFSC | FCA DFSA FINMA |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | 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
Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
Pros
Swiss banking heritage with FINMA regulation and bank-level fund security
Broadest multi-asset range including real stocks, bonds, and options
Listed on the Swiss stock exchange (SIX)
FCA and DFSA regulated for UK and UAE clients
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
Proprietary trading platform available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
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
Cons
Very high minimum deposit (CHF 1,000, approximately $1,120)
Spreads wider than ECN peers on standard account
Primarily appropriate for larger, more sophisticated accounts
Inactivity fee applies
No 24/5 live chat
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Score 4.2 / 5
Score 4.2 / 5
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