Two regulated brokers square off on platform choice, regulatory protections, and access to global equities. The matchup highlights how differing costs, tools, and coverage shape investor decisions.
FxPro is the winner on editorial score, with stronger trust/regulation and platforms than easyMarkets.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose easyMarkets if…
Choose easyMarkets if you want a low $25 minimum deposit and fixed spreads on share CFDs.
Choose FxPro if…
Choose FxPro if you want four platforms including cTrader and FSCS protection for UK clients.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
FxPro wins safety and regulation with higher trust/regulation scores and UK FSCS protection.
| Editorial score | 3.4/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | $25▼ lower | $100 |
| Spreads from | 0.7 pips▼ lower | 1.2 pips |
| Commission / lot | N/A | $7/lot |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | easyMarkets | FxPro |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Pass | Pass |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Fail | Fail |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Fail | Fail |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Fail | Fail |
| Extended hours trading | Fail | Fail |
| IPO access | Fail | Fail |
| Short selling | Pass | Pass |
| Stock screener tool | Fail | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: easyMarkets rates 3.4/5 and FxPro rates 3.8/5. 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.
easyMarkets lists tighter spreads from 0.7, compared with FxPro's 1.2. For stock trading, also factor in any per-trade or per-share commissions — spreads and commissions together determine the true cost per trade.
easyMarkets has $25, while FxPro requires at least $100. This makes easyMarkets more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both easyMarkets 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, two factors stand out: easyMarkets 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.
easyMarkets lists maximum leverage of 400:1, while FxPro lists up to 20:1. 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 trade on commission-based accounts. Commission details for easyMarkets are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing. Stock commissions may be charged as a flat rate per trade or per share; confirm the exact structure on each broker's website.
easyMarkets 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.
Neither easyMarkets nor FxPro is listed as offering commission-free trading in our data. Compare each broker's commission schedule directly, as fees vary by account type and the markets you trade.
Both easyMarkets and FxPro are covered by a compensation scheme according to our data, providing an additional safety net for your stock investments. Confirm the specific scheme and coverage limit that applies to your account before depositing.
FxPro suits active traders with four platforms including cTrader and algorithmic trading options.
FxPro offers broader exchange access with six exchanges vs four for easyMarkets.
FxPro is better for low cost trading because its Fees & Spreads score is higher than easyMarkets.
Equally matched since neither offers fractional shares or dividend reinvestment.
| N/A |
| 1.9 pips |
| Inactivity fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit fee | Free | Free |
|---|
| 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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| Commission-free | No | No |
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| Fractional shares | No | No |
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| Dividend reinvestment | No | No |
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| Extended hours | No | No |
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| IPO access | No | No |
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| Short selling | Yes | Yes |
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| Regulators | CNV ASIC HCMC CySEC MNB | FSCA FCA 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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