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InstaForex vs FXCM

InstaForex or FXCM – which is better for UK traders 2025? Compare InstaForex and FXCM in this detailed breakdown of their platforms, features and fees.

InstaForex vs FXCM Comparison Table 2025
InstaForex	FXCM

Not Rated	4
InstaForex is ranked # among .	FXCM is ranked #25 among CFD brokers.
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InstaForex has closed or no longer accepts UK clients.	FXCM, a reputable forex and CFD broker founded in 1999, is headquartered in the UK. It has garnered multiple accolades and operates in several regions, including the UK and Australia. Offering more than 400 assets and comprehensive analysis tools without any commission charges, FXCM is a favoured option among traders. The broker is also under the regulation of leading bodies such as the FCA, ASIC, CySEC, FSCA, and BaFin.
Pros
	In addition to its four charting platforms, FXCM provides a superior selection of specialist software for seasoned traders, featuring QuantConnect, AgenaTrader, and Sierra Chart. The proprietary Trading Station platform is an excellent option for traders seeking a comprehensive tool for their short-term and automated strategies. Traders have access to premium tools such as a market scanner, forex signals, and research from the third-party site eFXPlus. FXCM boasts a strong international reputation, holding licences from the FCA, ASIC, CySEC, and FSCA. With two decades of experience, it commands respect in the trading industry. A variety of funding options, such as bank cards, Apple Pay, and PayPal, are available with immediate processing. The broker provides reduced spreads and additional benefits for seasoned traders through the Active Trader account. FXCM has broadened its trading options by offering stock CFDs via MetaTrader 4.
Cons
	While FXCM primarily caters to seasoned traders, the absence of managed accounts is unfortunate. There are no retail account options available for traders, and Cent/Micro account alternatives are also absent. The live chat support is often sluggish and inconsistent when compared to leading competitors.
FCA Regulated
	Yes
Instruments
	Forex, Stock CFDs, Commodities CFDs, Crypto CFDs
Demo Account
	Yes
Minimum Deposit
	$50
Payment Methods
	Apple Pay Credit Card Debit Card Google Pay PayPal Wire Transfer
Minimum Trade
	Variable
Regulator
	FCA, CySEC, ASIC, FSCA, BaFin, CIRO
Mobile Apps
	iOS and Android
iOS App Rating
	3.1
Android App Rating
	4.5
Margin Trading
	Yes
MetaTrader 4
	Yes
MetaTrader 5
	No
cTrader
	No
AlgoTrader
	No
OmniTrader
	No
TradingView
	Yes
Autochartist
	No
eSignal
	No
Trading Central
	No
STP Account
	No
ECN Account
	No
DMA Account
	No
MAM Account
	Yes
PAMM Account
	No
LAMM Account
	No
Demat Account
	No
AI / Machine Learning
	Yes
Robo Advisor
	No
Negative Balance Protection
	Yes
Market Maker
	Yes
P2P Trading
	No
Spot Trading
	No
Copy Trading
	Yes
Copy Trading Platform
	FXCM provides social and copy trading options for forex, CFDs, and cryptocurrencies via the widely-used ZuluTrade platform. Registration is swift, and you can monitor your trading outcomes instantly.
Social Trading
	Yes
VPS Hosting
	No
Tournaments
	No
Demo Competitions
	Yes
Ethical Investing
	No
Custodial Account
	No
Guaranteed Stop Loss
	No
Islamic Account
	Yes
Account Currencies
	USD EUR GBP AUD
Commodities
	Gold Oil Silver Cannabis Corn Copper
CFD
	You can engage in trading various CFD instruments, such as forex, shares, indices, and commodities. Traders have access to a superb choice of platforms, including TradingView and MT4. Additionally, advanced trading tools like API solutions cater to experienced algorithmic traders.
Leverage
	1:400
FTSE Spread
	1.18 pts var*
GBPUSD Spread<
	0.5 pips*
Oil Spread
	0.05 (var)*
Stocks Spread
	0.2% Var*
Forex
	FXCM provides a selection of over 40 currency pairs. There are no commission charges, and spreads are competitive, starting at 0.78 pips for EUR/USD. Additionally, the broker features three forex baskets, focusing on USD, Yen, and emerging market benchmarks.
Assets
	40
GBPUSD Spread
	0.5 pips var*
EURUSD Spread
	0.2 pips var*
EURGBP Spread
	0.5 pips var*
Currency Indices
	JPY
Cryptocurrency
	Trade popular digital currencies with no commission and leverage. FXCM offers a crypto basket, providing exposure to Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and Bitcoin Cash in a single trade.
Spread
	Variable
Coins
	BTC ETH LTC BTC
Crypto Lending
	No
Crypto Mining
	No
Crypto Staking
	No
Auto Market Maker
	No

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