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Plus500 vs FXTM

Plus500 or FXTM – which is better for UK traders 2025? Compare Plus500 and FXTM in this detailed breakdown of their platforms, features and fees.

Plus500 vs FXTM Comparison Table 2025
Plus500	FXTM

4.1	4
Plus500 is ranked #16 among CFD brokers.	FXTM is ranked #64 among CFD brokers.
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Founded in 2008 and based in Israel, Plus500 is a leading brokerage with over 25 million registered traders across more than 50 countries. It focuses on CFD trading, offering a user-friendly proprietary platform and mobile app. The company provides competitive spreads and does not impose commissions or charges for deposits or withdrawals. Plus500 stands out as a highly trusted broker, licensed by respected authorities such as the FCA, ASIC, and CySEC.	FXTM, founded in 2011, is a forex and CFD broker operating worldwide. Regulated by top authorities such as the FCA, it provides a secure trading environment. With over 1,000 markets and three account types, FXTM accommodates traders of all experience levels.
82% of retail CFD accounts lose money.
Pros
Plus500 offers a dedicated WebTrader platform tailored specifically for CFD trading. It features a user-friendly and streamlined interface. In 2025, Plus500 expanded its range of share CFDs to include emerging sectors such as quantum computing and AI. This update opened up trading opportunities in stocks like IonQ, Rigetti, Duolingo, and Carvana. The broker provides commission-free trading across a variety of markets, reducing extra charges and attracting experienced traders. Plus500 has expanded its range of short-term trading instruments by adding VIX options, which feature increased volatility. Additionally, it has extended trading hours for seven stock CFDs. Leverage can be used in trading both long and short positions, providing enhanced strategic opportunities. The customer support team consistently delivers reliable support around the clock through email, live chat, and WhatsApp.	FXTM’s UK division provides exceptional client safeguards, including top-tier coverage of up to $1 million per client and segregated accounts, reinforcing security for traders with substantial balances. FXTM stands out as a leading MetaTrader brokerage, offering custom MT4 tools like a Pivot Point Indicator, Pip Value Calculator, and Spread Indicator for more accurate trading. FXTM offers an impressive selection of payment options, with a focus on local solutions in Africa and Asia such as M-Pesa and TC Pay Wallet. E-wallet withdrawals are processed rapidly, often within 30 minutes, accommodating traders needing swift fund access. FXTM’s Advantage and Advantage Plus accounts provide tight spreads starting at 0.0 pips and charge low or zero commissions, tailored for traders aiming to reduce expenses.
Cons
Plus500's omission of MetaTrader and cTrader charting tools may deter seasoned traders seeking familiar platforms. Educational resources are not as extensive as leading brokers such as eToro, which affects beginners' ability to learn quickly. The lack of social trading features prevents users from copying trades made by seasoned traders. Compared to competitors like IG, Plus500 offers limited research and analysis tools. Algorithmic trading and scalping are not available, potentially deterring certain traders.	FXTM is well-regulated in the UK, but this coverage isn't global. Therefore, although negative balance protection is available, traders outside the UK might face limited options for resolving disputes. FXTM's educational resources, including its insightful e-books, have significantly improved. However, these materials are predominantly aimed at novices, which may not attract seasoned traders. FXTM provides only MetaTrader 4/5 for desktop trading, lacking a bespoke platform such as eToro's for a tailored experience. MetaTrader 4/5 is becoming outdated for active traders. FXTM specialises in CFDs and a select range of stocks but does not offer ETFs, options, or futures. This may restrict diversification for traders aiming to explore various market opportunities. FXTM imposes a $10 inactivity fee following just three months without trading. This is shorter than the period many brokers offer and might frustrate those who do not trade regularly. FXTM Invest, a user-friendly copy trading app, offered comprehensive performance statistics and risk assessments for Strategy Managers. However, it was discontinued in 2024, restricting passive traders' options.
Awards
Best Overall Broker 2021 - DayTrading.com Best Overall Broker 2020 - DayTrading.com Best Overall Broker 2019 - DayTrading.com	Best Trading Experience 2021 - World Finance Awards Best Online Leveraged Trading Services 2021 - Global Business Awards Best Forex Education Partner Nigeria 2021 - World Business Outlook Best Trading Experience 2020 - World Finance Awards Best ECN Broker 2020 - DayTrading.com
FCA Regulated
Yes	Yes
Instruments
CFDs on Forex, Stocks, Indices, Commodities, ETFs, Options	CFDs, Forex, Commodities, Indices, Stocks, Crypto
Demo Account
Yes	Yes
Minimum Deposit
$100	$200
Payment Methods
Apple Pay Credit Card Debit Card Mastercard PayPal Skrill Trustly Visa Wire Transfer	Credit Card Debit Card Maestro Mastercard Neteller Skrill Visa Wire Transfer
Minimum Trade
Variable	0.01 Lots
Regulator
FCA, ASIC, CySEC, DFSA, MAS, FSA, FSCA, FMA, EFSA	FCA, FSC, CMA
Mobile Apps
iOS, Android & Windows	iOS & Android
Trading App
Plus500 have tailored their mobile apps to align with the WebTrader online platform. The app is secure, dependable, and ranks highly. Stop loss, limits, free alerts, and a comprehensive range of markets and instruments are provided. Access the download page here.	FXTM offers an excellent mobile trading experience. It's swift, secure, and user-friendly, supporting MetaTrader 4 and 5. Enjoy real-time quotes, all execution types, and complete account management. The app's charting features are top-tier. Download now.
iOS App Rating
4.1	4.8
Android App Rating
4.3	4.4
Margin Trading
Yes	Yes
MetaTrader 4
No	Yes
MetaTrader 5
No	Yes
cTrader
No	No
AlgoTrader
No	No
OmniTrader
No	No
TradingView
No	No
Autochartist
No	No
eSignal
No	No
Trading Central
No	No
STP Account
No	Yes
ECN Account
No	Yes
DMA Account
No	No
MAM Account
No	Yes
PAMM Account
No	Yes
LAMM Account
No	No
Demat Account
No	No
AI / Machine Learning
Yes	No
Robo Advisor
No	No
Negative Balance Protection
Yes	Yes
Market Maker
Yes	Yes
P2P Trading
No	No
Spot Trading
No	Yes
Auto Trading
No	Expert Advisors (EAs) on MetaTrader
Copy Trading
No	No
Social Trading
No	No
Trade Signals
	Yes
VPS Hosting
No	Yes
Tournaments
No	No
Demo Competitions
No	No
Ethical Investing
Yes	No
Custodial Account
No	No
Guaranteed Stop Loss
Yes	No
Inactivity Fee
$10	$10
Islamic Account
Yes	Yes
Account Currencies
USD EUR GBP AUD ZAR CZK	USD EUR GBP NGN
Commodities
Copper Cotton Coffee Livestock Sugar Gasoline Cocoa Platinum Soybeans Oil Gold Silver Corn Aluminium Palladium Wheat Cattle Lean Hogs	Gold Silver Natural Gas Oil Precious Metals
CFD
Plus500 offers commission-free CFDs across various markets, including currencies, stocks, indices, and commodities. Traders can take long or short positions on popular assets, enjoying flexible leverage with no hidden charges.	FXTM provides CFDs in over 600 instruments, including forex, stocks, commodities, indices, and location-dependent crypto, with recently reduced spreads. Experienced traders can access industry-leading leverage of up to 1:3000 via Exinity Ltd, enhancing potential returns but requiring careful risk management.
Leverage
1:30	1:30
FTSE Spread
Dynamic	0.8
GBPUSD Spread<
Dynamic	0.1
Oil Spread
Dynamic	5.0
Stocks Spread
Dynamic	0.1
Forex
Plus500 offers CFD trading in forex, with tight spreads across over 60 currency pairs. Testing showed spreads as low as 0.6 pips on the EUR/USD, lower than many competitors.	FXTM excels with a robust offering of more than 60 currency pairs, outperforming rivals such as AvaTrade. Its six currency indices provide traders with excellent options for forex diversification. Additionally, the ECN account delivers ultra-competitive spreads from 0 pips on major currencies and features attractively low commission rates of only $3.50 per lot.
Assets
60+	60+
GBPUSD Spread
Dynamic	0.1
EURUSD Spread
Dynamic	0.0
EURGBP Spread
Dynamic	0.0
Currency Indices
	USD EUR GBP JPY AUD NZD
Cryptocurrency
	Trade cryptocurrency CFDs on 11 popular digital tokens like Bitcoin, Avalanche, and Dogecoin. Benefit from competitive floating spreads and low minimum lot sizes starting at 0.01, ideal for both new traders and seasoned investors.
Spread
Variable	Variable
Coins
BCH BTC ETH LTC XRP IOTA NEO EOS XMR	BTC ETH LTC XRP
Crypto Lending
No	No
Crypto Mining
No	No
Crypto Staking
No	No
Auto Market Maker
No	No

Plus500	FXTM
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82% of retail CFD accounts lose money.
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