FxPro and Markets.com face off on cost, platform choice, and instrument reach. The tension centers on pricing transparency and multi-platform accessibility.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose FxPro if you want MT4, MT5, cTrader, and a proprietary platform.
Choose if…
Choose Markets.com if you prefer a $25 minimum deposit and four-jurisdiction regulation.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.3/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 4.3 / 5 |
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
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | FxPro | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | 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: FxPro rates 4.3/5 and Markets.com rates 4/5. 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.
Markets.com starts from 0.6 pips, tighter than FxPro's 1.2 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Markets.com has $25, while FxPro requires at least $100. This makes Markets.com more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both FxPro and Markets.com 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: Markets.com requires a lower minimum deposit ($25), lowering the barrier to entry, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
FxPro lists maximum leverage of 500:1, while Markets.com lists up to 30:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
FxPro charges $7 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for Markets.com are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
FxPro supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, cTrader, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, while Markets.com supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. Both provide Proprietary Web/Mobile and MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. FxPro has exclusive access to cTrader.
Markets.com offers tighter spreads from 0.60 pips vs 1.20 pips for FxPro, reducing trading costs.
FxPro is best for safety and regulation.
FxPro is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available.
Markets.com offers 2,200+ instruments, more than FxPro.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 4.1 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2006 | 2009 |
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| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | Limassol, Cyprus |
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| Min Deposit | $100 | $25▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 1.2 pips | 0.6 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | $7/lot | N/A |
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| 1.9 pips | N/A |
| Max Leverage | 500:1▲ higher | 30:1 |
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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 cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | CySEC FSCA FCA | CySEC FSCA FCA ASIC |
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| Platforms | Proprietary Web/Mobile cTrader MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 | Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 |
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| Active bonuses |
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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
CySEC, FCA, ASIC, and FSCA four-jurisdiction regulation
$25 minimum deposit - lowest among brokers with this regulatory stack
2,200+ instruments including shares CFDs
FSCS protection (UK) and ICF compensation (EU)
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
Proprietary trading platform available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Cons
Customer support can be slow during peak hours
FxPro Edge proprietary platform less feature-rich than MT4
Not available to US residents
Cons
Spread-only pricing, no raw ECN account
Research tools limited, no analyst reports or stock screener
Not available to US clients
Platform analytical depth below Saxo or IG
FxPro edges Markets.com on the editorial score (4.3 vs 4.0) and Trust & Regulation (4.4 vs 4.3), while offering a broader platform suite (MT4, MT5, cTrader, and proprietary Web/Mobile).
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