FXTM vs VantageFX

If you are reading this article, you are likely having trouble deciding whether FXTM or VantageFX 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 VantageFX 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 VantageFX - Verdict

Feature	FXTM (visit site)	VantageFX (visit site)
Headquarter:	Cyprus	Australia
Regulation :	CySEC, FCA, FSC, CMA	CIMA
Type of Broker:	Instant/Market Execution	ECN/STP
U.S. Clients Allowed:
Minimum Deposit:	$500	$200
Maximum Leverage:	Flexible	1:500
Commissions / Spreads:	Variable	Both
Account 1:	Standard	Standard STP
Account 2:	ECN	Raw ECN
Account 3:	Shares	Pro ECN
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 VantageFX offers

Features and Platforms

FXTM provides traders with upgraded MT4/MT5 trading platforms, with a maximum leverage of 1:2000. FXTM Trader, its proprietary mobile trading platform, together with excellent educational tools, made FXTM a leading broker in emerging and frontier markets. In addition, manual traders can benefit from the FXTM Pivot Point Strategy. VantageFX also offers the MT4/MT5 trading platforms, upgraded through its Smart Trader Tools suit. It also has a cutting-edge proprietary mobile app. VantageFX enables copy trading via ZuluTrade, Myfxbook AutoTrade, and DupliTrade.

Available Markets

Forex traders at FXTM have 62 currency pairs, but only four cryptocurrency pairs. VantageFX provides clients with 40+ and 0, respectively. It does provide a great commodity selection with 16, while FXTM only lists eight. The bulk of assets at both brokers are in equities, where FXTM has 175 equity CFDs and eleven index CFDs. VantageFX counters with 170+ equity CFDs and 15 index CFDs. The homepage of VantageFX notes Bitcoin, but it was not listed. The overall asset selection at FXTM and VantageFX places both brokers on par with each other. It remains sufficient for new traders.

Typical Spreads and Fees

Both brokers have an expensive commission-free trading account with minimum mark-ups of 1.5 pips and 1.4 pips, respectively. The ECN alternative at FXTM features a minimum spread of 0.1 pips for a cost of $4.00 per round lot, making it one of the best offers among all brokers. The FXTM Loyalty Program can decrease it to $0.80. VantageFX charges $6.00 per round lot, which can go as low as $4.00. Swap rates on leveraged overnight positions apply together with third-party payment processor costs, while FXTM levies an internal fee. Both pass corporate action on to clients.