CMC Markets vs FxPro: which broker is better in 2026?
We compare CMC Markets and FxPro — two forex & CFD brokers — side by side across regulation, fees, platforms, minimum deposit, and our editorial scores. Based on our overall editorial score, CMC Markets edges ahead (4.0/5), but the right choice depends on what matters most to you — check the breakdown below.
Side-by-side comparison
CriteriaCMC MarketsFxPro
Overall score 4.0 3.8
Regulation & safety 4.0 3.5
Fees & deposit 3.5 3.5
Platform & assets 4.5 4.5
User support 4.0 3.5
Trust score80/10074/100
Minimum depositVaries by account type — check the official siteVaries by account type — check the official site
Demo accountAvailableAvailable
PlatformsProprietary web platform (Next Generation), MetaTrader 4, TradingView (integrated), Mobile appMetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, FxPro platform
Fee modelSpread & commission model varies per product — details not yet verifiedSpread + commission (cTrader) / spread (MT); varies
Pros & cons
- Public company (LSE FTSE 250, since 1989) regulated by the FCA + Bermuda Monetary Authority
- Highly regarded Next Generation platform + MT4 + TradingView integration
- Broad coverage: forex/share/index CFDs, spread betting, and share dealing
- Historical note: ASIC once ordered retail-client remediation over margin-netting breaches
- Focus on leveraged CFD/spread betting products — high-risk
- Not the choice for those chasing the cheapest cost/raw ECN
- Full platform selection (MT4/MT5/cTrader) + FCA/CySEC regulation
- Founded 2006, established reputation
- NDD execution model
- Spread/commission aren't always the cheapest
- Some clients via the offshore entity (SCB Bahamas)
- Leverage is high-risk
Regulation at a glance
CMC Markets
Regulated by the FCA in the UK; holds an additional license from the Bermuda Monetary Authority. Listed on the London Stock Exchange (FTSE 250).
FxPro
Regulated by the FCA (UK), CySEC (Cyprus), FSCA (South Africa), SCB (Bahamas). Offers MT4/MT5/cTrader + its own platform.