FXTM vs Markets.com

If you are reading this article, you are likely having trouble deciding whether FXTM or Markets.com is the better Forex trading platform for you. While both platforms generally provide positive user experiences, there are some essential differences to note.

In this FXTM or Markets.com broker comparison, we outline the highlights of each trading platform to help you make a more informed decision. We evaluate:

• Features and Platforms
• Available Markets
• Typical Spreads and Fees
• Security and Trust
• FXTM vs Markets.com - Verdict

Feature	FXTM (visit site)	Markets.com (visit site)
Headquarter:	Cyprus	Cyprus
Regulation :	CySEC, FCA, FSC, CMA	CySEC, FSCA
Type of Broker:	Instant/Market Execution	Market Maker/STP
U.S. Clients Allowed:
Minimum Deposit:	$10	$100
Maximum Leverage:	Flexible	1:30
Commissions / Spreads:	Variable	Spreads, Commission
Account 1:	Standard	CFD
Account 2:	ECN	Share Dealing
Account 3:	Shares	Professional
Demo Account:
Islamic Account:
Segregated Account:
Managed Accounts:
Institutional Accounts:
Website Languages:	English Chinese Other	English Spanish 7+
Support Hours:	24/5 + weekend hours	24/5
E-mail Support:
SMS Support:
Chat:
Broker Offers:	See what FXTM offers	See what Markets.com offers

Features and Platforms

FXTM established itself as a market leader in emerging and frontier markets. It provides traders with upgraded MT4/MT5 trading platforms and a proprietary mobile alternative. It is also a leading educational broker, fully supports automated trading, and allows retail account management through its in-house-developed FXTM Invest platform. Markets.com grants clients the core MT4/MT5 trading platforms and two proprietary alternatives, one for investors and another one for traders. It upgrades its core trading environment with fourteen excellent trading tools. The XRay personalized financial live-stream service enhances the high-quality product and services portfolio.

Available Markets

FXTM maintains a quality mix of assets, including 62 currency pairs. It only offers traders four cryptocurrency pairs and eight commodities, placing it near the bottom compared to all competitors. With 175 equity CFDs and eleven index CFDs, new traders have enough trading opportunities, but it does not suffice for advanced clients. Markets.com remains one of the top locations for Forex traders with 120 currency pairs. The 3,313 equity CFDs represent the core of its asset selection. Clients may also trade 35 commodities and 58 index CFDs, together with four bond CFDs and 23 in-house-themed stock baskets.

Typical Spreads and Fees

The commission-free account at FXTM features an uncompetitive mark-up of 1.5 pips versus 0.6 pips at Markets.com. FXTM has one of the best commission-based ECN accounts, where traders get access to a minimum spread of 0.1 pips for a fee of $4.00 per round lot. The FXTM Loyalty Program lowers costs to as little as $0.80 per round lot. Traders will pay swap rates on leveraged overnight positions at both brokers. FXTM and Markets.com forward all corporate actions to clients. While the former levies an internal withdrawal cost, Markets.com does not, but third-party charges may apply.