FxPro vs XM: which broker is better in 2026?
We compare FxPro and XM — 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
CriteriaFxProXM
Overall score 3.8 3.6
Regulation & safety 3.5 3.0
Fees & deposit 3.5 3.5
Platform & assets 4.5 4.0
User support 3.5 4.0
Trust score74/10069/100
Minimum depositVaries by account type — check the official siteVaries by account type — check the official site
Demo accountAvailableAvailable
PlatformsMetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader, FxPro platformMetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, XM app
Fee modelSpread + commission (cTrader) / spread (MT); variesStandard / ultra-low spread; figures vary
Pros & cons
- 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
- Very large client base, strong multilingual education & support
- MT4/MT5 + many instruments
- CySEC license for the EU entity
- Many retail clients via the offshore entity (Belize) — weaker protection
- Standard spread is not the cheapest
- Leverage is high-risk
Regulation at a glance
FxPro
Regulated by the FCA (UK), CySEC (Cyprus), FSCA (South Africa), SCB (Bahamas). Offers MT4/MT5/cTrader + its own platform.
XM
Trading Point group — regulated by CySEC (Cyprus), ASIC (historically), DFSA (Dubai), FSC (Belize), FSCA (South Africa). Many retail clients via the offshore entity (Belize).