FXCM vs FxPro: which broker is better in 2026?
We compare FXCM 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, FxPro edges ahead (3.8/5), but the right choice depends on what matters most to you — check the breakdown below.
Side-by-side comparison
CriteriaFXCMFxPro
Overall score 3.5 3.8
Regulation & safety 3.0 3.5
Fees & deposit 3.5 3.5
Platform & assets 4.0 4.5
User support 3.5 3.5
Trust score68/10074/100
Minimum depositVaries by account type — check the official siteVaries by account type — check the official site
Demo accountAvailableAvailable
PlatformsTrading Station (web/desktop/mobile), MetaTrader 4, TradingView (integrated), APIMetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, FxPro platform
Fee modelSpread model or spread + commission (Active Trader) — varies; exact figures not yet verifiedSpread + commission (cTrader) / spread (MT); varies
Pros & cons
- An established broker since 1999 with the mature Trading Station & MT4 platforms
- Now backed by a large financial group (Jefferies/StoneX)
- International entities regulated by FCA/ASIC/FSCA
- Permanently banned from the US market (2017) + a US$7 million fine for hiding a conflict of interest — a serious regulatory record
- Trust was dented by that case; verify the entity serving your region
- Leveraged products are high-risk
- 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
FXCM
International entities regulated by the FCA (UK), ASIC (Australia), FSCA (South Africa), and others. IMPORTANT: FXCM has been permanently banned from the US market since 2017 (see the risk note).
FxPro
Regulated by the FCA (UK), CySEC (Cyprus), FSCA (South Africa), SCB (Bahamas). Offers MT4/MT5/cTrader + its own platform.