This comparison pits Forex.com against Moomoo in a battle over stock access, fees, and regulation. The axis of tension centers on who delivers broader exchange coverage and cost efficiency.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose if…
Choose Forex.com if you value regulated share CFDs, access to MT4/MT5, and institutional-level oversight.
Choose if…
Choose Moomoo if you want commission-free trades, Level II quotes, and access to US, HK, and Singapore stocks from one account.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 3.9/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | $100 | N/A |
| Spreads from | 1 pips | N/A |
| Commission / lot | $7/lot | N/A |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Forex.com | Moomoo |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Fail |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Pass | Fail |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Fail | Pass |
| No deposit fee | — | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Fail | Pass |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Fail | Fail |
| Extended hours trading | Fail | Pass |
| IPO access | Fail | Pass |
| Short selling | Pass | Pass |
| Stock screener tool | Fail | Pass |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
The scores are close: Forex.com rates 3.9/5 and Moomoo rates 4/5. Moomoo 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. Current spread data is not available for Moomoo. Check both brokers' websites for up-to-date spread and commission pricing.
Forex.com requires $100. Minimum deposit information is not currently available for Moomoo.
Both Forex.com and Moomoo 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, Forex.com provides negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each broker's site before deciding.
Forex.com lists maximum leverage of 20:1, while Moomoo lists up to 1:4. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Forex.com charges $7 per trade on commission-based accounts. Commission details for Moomoo 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.
Forex.com supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while Moomoo supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. Both provide Proprietary Web/Mobile. Forex.com has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4.
Moomoo offers commission-free stock trading while Forex.com does not according to our data. Commission-free trading can reduce costs for frequent traders. Always confirm the current fee structure directly on each broker's website.
Forex.com scores higher on investor protection criteria, with compensation scheme coverage and segregated client funds. For stock investors, confirming compensation scheme coverage ensures your assets are protected up to a defined limit if the broker becomes insolvent.
Moomoo wins for low cost trading because it offers commission-free stock trades.
Forex.com wins for safety & regulation due to negative balance protection and multiple regulators.
Moomoo wins for long-term investors with fractional shares support.
Moomoo wins for active traders with Level II quotes and many indicators.
Forex.com wins for global market access with a wider exchange footprint.
| 1.7 pips |
| N/A |
| Inactivity fee | $15/month (after 12 months) | None |
|---|
| Deposit fee | Free | Free |
|---|
| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card | Bank transferACHWire transferCheque |
|---|
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transferACHWire transfer |
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| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
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| Commission-free | No | Yes |
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| Fractional shares | No | Yes |
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| Dividend reinvestment | No | No |
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| Extended hours | No | Yes |
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| IPO access | No | Yes |
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| Short selling | Yes | Yes |
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| Regulators | ASIC CFTC FCA MAS IIROC NFA | ASIC MAS SFC SEC FINRA |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | Proprietary Web/Mobile |
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| Active bonuses | None | 2 offers |
|---|
Forex.com and Moomoo are closely matched, with Moomoo offering commission-free trading as the clearest differentiator.
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Score 3.9 / 5
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