FXTM and Revolut clash on regulation, reach, and cost, with commissions and fractional shares as the key tension.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose if…
If you value access to 6 exchanges and advanced charting, choose FXTM. If you want to short sell, choose FXTM. If you want commission-free trades on higher plans, choose Revolut. If you want fractional shares and real ownership in one app, choose Revolut.
Choose if…
If you value access to 6 exchanges and advanced charting, choose FXTM. If you want to short sell, choose FXTM. If you want commission-free trades on higher plans, choose Revolut. If you want fractional shares and real ownership in one app, choose Revolut.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 3.7/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | No minimum | N/A |
| Spreads from | 1.5 pips | N/A |
| Commission / lot | N/A | N/A |
| Inactivity fee | None | None |
| Deposit fee | Free |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | FXTM | Revolut |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Pass |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Fail | Pass |
| No deposit fee | — | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Fail | Pass |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Fail | Fail |
| Extended hours trading | Fail | Fail |
| IPO access | Fail | Fail |
| Short selling | Pass | Fail |
| Stock screener tool | Fail | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Fail |
| 24/5 live chat | Fail | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
The scores are close: FXTM rates 3.7/5 and Revolut rates 3.8/5. Revolut 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.
FXTM starts from 1.5. Current spread data is not available for Revolut. Check both brokers' websites for up-to-date spread and commission pricing.
FXTM requires no minimum deposit required. Minimum deposit information is not currently available for Revolut.
Both FXTM and Revolut 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, FXTM 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.
FXTM lists maximum leverage of 20:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
FXTM supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while Revolut supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. FXTM has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Revolut has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Revolut offers commission-free stock trading while FXTM 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.
Both FXTM and Revolut 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.
Revolut wins with commission-free trades on Premium plans.
Equally matched given overlapping regulators and compensation schemes.
| Free |
| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerFasaPay | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardApple PayGoogle Pay |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerFasaPay | Bank transferCredit card |
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| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free (standard plan); subject to fair use policy |
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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 | No |
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| IPO access | No | No |
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| Short selling | Yes | No |
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| Regulators | CySEC FCA FSCA FSC | FCA CBI |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | Proprietary Web/Mobile |
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| Active bonuses | None | 2 offers |
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FXTM and Revolut are closely matched, but Revolut offers commission-free trades while FXTM does not.
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Score 3.7 / 5
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