Our Verdict
FXTM has a higher rating of 4/5 compared to Deriv (3.7/5). FXTM offers 7 instrument types, while Deriv offers 6. The minimum deposit is lower at Deriv with 5 $. Deriv offers options trading, while the other does not. Deriv has been in the market since 1999, making it the more experienced provider.
Comparison Table
| Criteria | Deriv | FXTM |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 3.7/5 (1450 reviews) | 4/5 (1800 reviews)✓ |
| Regulation | MFSA | FCA/CySEC |
| Fees | from 0.5 pips Forex, synthetic indices commission-free | from 0.0 pips (ECN) + $2 commission per lot |
| Min. Deposit | 5 $ | 10 $ |
| Instruments | CFDs, Forex, Synthetic Indices, Commodities, Crypto CFDs, Stocks CFDs | Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs, Metals |
| Platforms | Deriv Trader, Deriv MT5, Deriv X, Deriv Bot | MT4, MT5, FXTM Trader App |
| Options Trading | Yes, digital options on Deriv Trader | No |
| Spread (typical) | EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (Standard), 0.2 pip (Raw) + $5.00 per lot round turn | EUR/USD from 1.5 pip (Standard), 0.0 pip (Advantage) + $4.00 per lot round turn |
| Inactivity Fee | None | €5/month after 6 months of inactivity |
| Payout Rate | 95–100 % (Synthetic Indices/Derivate) | — |
| Founded | 1999 | 2011 |
| Headquarters | Malta | London |
Detailed Comparison
Fee Comparison
Deriv: from 0.5 pips Forex, synthetic indices commission-free. Minimum deposit: 5 $. Spread: EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (Standard), 0.2 pip (Raw) + $5.00 per lot round turn.
FXTM: from 0.0 pips (ECN) + $2 commission per lot. Minimum deposit: 10 $. Spread: EUR/USD from 1.5 pip (Standard), 0.0 pip (Advantage) + $4.00 per lot round turn. Inactivity fee: €5/month after 6 months of inactivity.
Execution Quality
Deriv
Payout rate: 95–100 % (Synthetic Indices/Derivate)
FXTM
No data available
Product Range
Deriv (6 categories)
FXTM (7 categories)
Trading Platforms
Deriv
- Deriv Trader
- Deriv MT5
- Deriv X
- Deriv Bot
FXTM
- MT4
- MT5
- FXTM Trader App
Regulation & Security
Deriv is regulated by MFSA (HQ: Malta).
FXTM is regulated by FCA/CySEC (HQ: London).
Who Is It For?
Deriv
Innovative CFD broker with synthetic indices and proprietary platform
✓ Over 25 years of experience (formerly Binary.com)
✓ Unique synthetic indices available 24/7
✓ Very low minimum deposit of just $5
✗ Synthetic indices carry special risks
✗ Not regulated by FCA or BaFin
FXTM
Award-winning Forex broker with ECN access and copy trading
✓ FCA and CySEC-regulated with EU investor protection
✓ Very low ECN commissions from $2 per lot
✓ Copy trading via FXTM Invest
✗ Inactivity fee after 6 months
✗ Stock CFDs only on MT5 account
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Deriv
Innovative CFD broker with synthetic indices and proprietary platform
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