A head-to-head comparison of Fusion Markets and XTB across regulation, trading costs, platforms, and editorial scoring.
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.
XTB edges ahead with a score of 4.5/5 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 0.8 pips for XTB, reducing trading costs.
XTB has a stronger safety profile: top-tier regulation, compensation scheme, segregated funds, negative balance protection.
Fusion Markets has a cost edge: raw/ECN spreads, tighter spreads from 0 pips.
XTB offers more exclusive platform options: xStation 5, a proprietary platform.
XTB edges out Fusion Markets with a higher editorial score (4.5/5 vs 4.2/5), indicating a stronger overall experience for new traders.
| Editorial score | 4.2/ 5 | 4.5/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.2 / 5 | 4.8 / 5▲ |
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.5 / 5▲ | 4.4 / 5 |
Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.8 / 5▲ |
Customer Support 10% weight | 3.8 / 5 | 4.2 / 5▲ |
| Founded | 2017 | 2002 |
| Headquarters | Melbourne, Australia | Warsaw, Poland |
| Min deposit | No minimum | No minimum |
| Spreads from | 0 pips | 0.8 pips |
| Commission / lot | $4.5/lot | N/A |
| Max leverage | 500:1 | 500:1 |
| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
| Regulators | ASIC VFSC | FCA CySEC KNF |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 cTrader | MetaTrader 4 xStation 5 |
| Active bonuses | ||
| Visit broker | Visit Fusion Markets | Visit XTB |
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
Pros
LSE- and WSE-listed with FCA, CySEC, and KNF regulation - exceptional corporate transparency
xStation 5 is one of the best proprietary platforms in retail forex
Zero-commission stock CFDs up to EUR 100,000/month
No minimum deposit on standard accounts
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
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
Market maker on forex - not suited for raw ECN scalpers
Product breadth narrower than IG or Saxo
Support quality varies outside European hours
No raw spread account option
Inactivity fee applies
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Fusion Markets | XTB |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Pass |
| Phone support | Fail | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Fail | Pass |
Based on our independent editorial scoring, XTB ranks higher with a score of 4.5/5 vs 4.2/5 for Fusion Markets. The best choice still depends on your individual trading needs; Fusion Markets and XTB may each suit different trader profiles.
Fusion Markets offers tighter spreads starting from 0 pips, compared to XTB's spreads from 0.8 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, particularly valuable for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Neither Fusion Markets nor XTB requires a minimum deposit, making both accessible regardless of starting capital.
Both Fusion Markets and XTB 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: both brokers offer negative balance protection. Also weigh up educational resources and customer support quality before deciding.
Fusion Markets offers maximum leverage of 500:1, while XTB 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.
Fusion Markets charges $4.5 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for the other broker are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Fusion Markets supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader and XTB offers MetaTrader 4, xStation 5; both support MetaTrader 4; Fusion Markets exclusively offers MetaTrader 5, cTrader; XTB exclusively offers xStation 5.
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