FBS
CySEC/ASIC/FSC
XM
CySEC/ASIC/DFSA
FBS vs XM
Head-to-Head Comparison 2026
Our Verdict
XM has a higher rating of 4.1/5 compared to FBS (3.8/5). XM offers 7 instrument types, while FBS offers 6.
Comparison Table
| Criteria | FBS | XM |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 3.8/5 (600 reviews) | 4.1/5 (1800 reviews)✓ |
| Regulation | CySEC/ASIC/FSC | CySEC/ASIC/DFSA |
| Fees | From 0.7 pips (Standard), commission on ECN account | From 0.6 pips (Standard), from 0.0 pips + $3.50 (XM Zero) |
| Min. Deposit | 5 $ | 5 $ |
| Instruments | Forex, Metals, Indices, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs, Energies | Forex, Stocks CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Metals, Energies, Crypto CFDs |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, FBS Trader App | MT4, MT5, XM App |
| Options Trading | No | No |
| Founded | 2009 | 2009 |
| Headquarters | Belize | Limassol |
Detailed Comparison
Fee Comparison
FBS: From 0.7 pips (Standard), commission on ECN account. Minimum deposit: 5 $.
XM: From 0.6 pips (Standard), from 0.0 pips + $3.50 (XM Zero). Minimum deposit: 5 $.
Product Range
FBS (6 categories)
XM (7 categories)
Trading Platforms
FBS
- MT4
- MT5
- FBS Trader App
XM
- MT4
- MT5
- XM App
Regulation & Security
FBS is regulated by CySEC/ASIC/FSC (HQ: Belize).
XM is regulated by CySEC/ASIC/DFSA (HQ: Limassol).
Who Is It For?
FBS
Global broker with low entry and copy trading
✓ Very low minimum deposit ($5)
✓ Copy trading available
✓ Various account types
✗ Headquartered in Belize
✗ Limited product selection
XM
Award-winning broker with extensive educational offerings
✓ Over 1,000 tradable instruments
✓ Extensive webinars and education
✓ Low minimum deposit ($5)
✗ CFD trading only
✗ Inactivity fee after 90 days