ForexTB vs FP Markets
ForexTB or FP Markets – which is better for UK traders 2024? Compare ForexTB and FP Markets in this detailed breakdown of their platforms, features and fees.
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| ForexTB is ranked #97 among CFD brokers. | FP Markets is ranked #65 among CFD brokers. |
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ForexTB has closed or no longer accepts UK clients.
Established in 2015, ForexTB (FXTB) is a multi-asset broker offering CFDs on over 300 instruments via its own web-based platform or the popular MetaTrader 4. FXTB offers a choice of four accounts with premium tiers enjoying tighter spreads and zero commissions, though substantial minimum investments climbing to €250k put these out of reach for most traders. |
FP Markets is an ASIC- and CySEC-regulated broker that offers forex and CFD trading on a broad range of assets through the MT4, MT5 and IRESS platforms. With trading available through standard and raw spread accounts on thousands of international stocks, forex, indices, commodities, cryptocurrencies, bonds and ETFs, this broker has some of the most comprehensive market coverage available. FP Markets also offers a full range of additional features, including educational resources and access to powerful software such as Autochartist. |
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| FCA Regulated | |
| No | No |
| Instruments | |
| CFDs, Forex, Indices, Stocks, Commodities, Cryptocurrencies | CFDs, Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities, Bonds, ETFs, Crypto |
| Demo Account | |
| Yes | Yes |
| Minimum Deposit | |
| $250 | $100 |
| Payment Methods | |
| Minimum Trade | |
| 0.01 Lots | 0.01 Lots |
| Regulator | |
| CySEC | ASIC, CySEC, ESMA |
| Mobile Apps | |
| iOS & Android | iOS & Android |
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FXTB provides a mobile version of its exclusive WebTrader platform, compatible with iOS and Android devices, featuring push notifications for real-time updates. This app facilitates trade execution, chart analysis, and asset price monitoring on-the-go. Alternatively, experienced traders may prefer the MT4 app, offering robust features like drawing tools, customizable graphs, and Expert Advisors (EAs). |
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| Margin Trading | |
| Yes | No |
| MetaTrader 4 | |
| Yes | Yes |
| MetaTrader 5 | |
| No | Yes |
| cTrader | |
| No | Yes |
| AlgoTrader | |
| No | No |
| OmniTrader | |
| No | No |
| TradingView | |
| No | Yes |
| Autochartist | |
| No | Yes |
| eSignal | |
| No | No |
| Trading Central | |
| Yes | Yes |
| STP Account | |
| Yes | Yes |
| ECN Account | |
| No | Yes |
| DMA Account | |
| No | Yes |
| MAM Account | |
| No | Yes |
| PAMM Account | |
| No | Yes |
| LAMM Account | |
| No | No |
| Demat Account | |
| No | No |
| AI / Machine Learning | |
| No | No |
| Robo Advisor | |
| No | No |
| Negative Balance Protection | |
| Yes | Yes |
| Market Maker | |
| Yes | Yes |
| P2P Trading | |
| No | No |
| Spot Trading | |
| Yes | Yes |
| Auto Trading | |
| Expert Advisors (EAs) on MetaTrader | Expert Advisors (EAs) on MetaTrader |
| Copy Trading | |
| No | Yes |
| Copy Trading Platform | |
| FP Markets Social Trading app allows for the straightforward mirroring of established traders with an easy-to-follow ranking system. | |
| Social Trading | |
| No | Yes |
| Trade Signals | |
| Yes | |
| VPS Hosting | |
| No | Yes |
| Tournaments | |
| No | No |
| Demo Competitions | |
| No | No |
| Ethical Investing | |
| No | No |
| Custodial Account | |
| No | No |
| Guaranteed Stop Loss | |
| No | No |
| Inactivity Fee | |
| $20 | $0 |
| Islamic Account | |
| No | Yes |
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| CFD trading is available across forex, commodities, indices, stocks, and cryptocurrencies, encompassing over 300 assets in total. Leverage levels vary by instrument, adhering to EU regulations with a maximum of 1:30. Spreads are variable across the platform, however there is no raw spread account that would cater to advanced traders. | FP Markets' CFD trading covers a range of markets, including 10,000+ equities, indices, commodities, cryptocurrencies and ETFs. Spreads are tight and traders get fast execution speeds. |
| Leverage | |
| 1:30 (Retail), 1:400 (Professional) | 1:30 (UK), 1:500 (Global) |
| FTSE Spread | |
| 425 | 1.64 |
| GBPUSD Spread< | |
| 1.8 | 1.9 average |
| Oil Spread | |
| 10 | 0.04 |
| Stocks Spread | |
| Variable | Variable |
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| FXTB provides CFDs on 45 currency pairs, primarily consisting of crosses involving USD, EUR, GBP, or AUD. Basic account holders encounter very wide spreads, notably 3 pips on EUR/USD, while VIP members enjoy more competitive rates, with 1.6 pips offered on the same pair. The MT4 platform and app were built for forex trading. | FP Markets is a good option for forex traders, with 70+ pairs covering an excellent range of currencies. Spreads are already tight on standard accounts and start from zero on raw spread accounts, and the broker offers high leverage up to 1:500 and top-tier liquidity. |
| Assets | |
| 45 | 60+ |
| GBPUSD Spread | |
| From 2.0 | 1.9 |
| EURUSD Spread | |
| From 1.6 | 1.1 |
| EURGBP Spread | |
| From 1.8 | 1.7 |
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| Cryptocurrency | |
| ForexTB offers short-term trading in cryptocurrency markets through approximately 25 CFDs, which are paired with USD, EUR, and GBP. Popular coins include Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dash, and Litecoin. However, there are no crypto indices, limited emerging tokens and Bitcoin spreads came in wider than average during testing. | Take positions on popular cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, Bitcoin Cash, and Litecoin with leveraged CFDs. However, you cannot directly buy and own crypto tokens. |
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| Floating | Floating |
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| Crypto Lending | |
| No | No |
| Crypto Mining | |
| No | No |
| Crypto Staking | |
| No | No |
| Auto Market Maker | |
| No | No |
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