Alpari vs FXTM 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
FXTM has the higher TFB Score (71/100 vs 61/100).
Alpari, founded in 1998, is a trading name of Parlance Trading Ltd, licensed by the Mwali International Services Authority (an offshore regulator), offering Micro, Standard, ECN and Pro ECN accounts on MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 and the Alpari app.
FXTM (Exinity group) is a CFD broker offering MT4, MT5 and the FXTM app, with a commission-based Advantage account from 0 pips and commission-free Micro, Rewards and Rewards Plus accounts.
Side by side
| Item | Alpari | FXTM |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 61/100 | 71/100▲ |
| Regulation & safety | 7/35Strongest licence MISA (tier 3) | 18/35▲Strongest licence FSCA (tier 2), client money kept apart |
| Fees & costs | 22/25All-in cost from 0.00 pips, no commission | 22/25All-in cost from 0.00 pips, no commission |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 16/20Minimum deposit $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN), 5 deposit methods, 5 withdrawal methods | 16/20Minimum deposit $30 (Micro); $100 Rewards Plus, $200 Rewards, $500 Advantage, 5 deposit methods, 5 withdrawal methods |
| Platforms & trading | 16/20▲MT4, MT5; leverage up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd) | 15/20MT4, MT5; leverage up to 1:5000 floating (Rewards Plus and Rewards, Exinity Limited); 1:3000 Advantage, 1:1000 Micro |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | MISA | FSC Mauritius, FSCA, CMA Kenya |
| Minimum deposit | $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN) | $30 (Micro); $100 Rewards Plus, $200 Rewards, $500 Advantage |
| Spreads from | 0.0 pips (Pro ECN); 0.8 pips (ECN); 1.2 pips (Standard; Micro from 1.5 pips) | 0 pips (Advantage), 0.9 pips (Rewards), 1.5 pips (Rewards Plus), 1.7 pips (Micro) |
| Commission | None on Micro, Standard and ECN; Pro ECN forex $2.5 per lot traded | Forex: $3.5 per lot ($7 round turn) on Advantage; Micro, Rewards and Rewards Plus no commission |
| Max leverage | Up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd) | up to 1:5000 floating (Rewards Plus and Rewards, Exinity Limited); 1:3000 Advantage, 1:1000 Micro |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfers, Debit and credit cards, E-wallets, Local payment methods, Cryptocurrency | Credit and debit cards, Cryptocurrency, E-wallets, Bank wire transfers, Local payment solutions |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: Alpari review · FXTM review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is Alpari or FXTM better?
FXTM has the higher TFB Score (71/100 vs 61/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are Alpari and FXTM regulated?
Alpari: MISA. FXTM: FSC Mauritius, FSCA, CMA Kenya. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, Alpari or FXTM?
Alpari holds no tier-1 licence; FXTM holds none. Tier-1 regulators have the strictest rules on client money. Your protection depends on which company opens your account.
What is the minimum deposit at Alpari and FXTM?
Alpari: $30 (Micro); $100 (Standard); $300 (ECN); $500 (Pro ECN). FXTM: $30 (Micro); $100 Rewards Plus, $200 Rewards, $500 Advantage.
Which has tighter spreads, Alpari or FXTM?
Published spreads start from 0.0 pips (Pro ECN); 0.8 pips (ECN); 1.2 pips (Standard; Micro from 1.5 pips) at Alpari and 0 pips (Advantage), 0.9 pips (Rewards), 1.5 pips (Rewards Plus), 1.7 pips (Micro) at FXTM; commission: Alpari None on Micro, Standard and ECN; Pro ECN forex $2.5 per lot traded, FXTM Forex: $3.5 per lot ($7 round turn) on Advantage; Micro, Rewards and Rewards Plus no commission.
Do Alpari and FXTM offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. Alpari: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Alpari Mobile App. FXTM: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, FXTM App.
What is the maximum leverage at Alpari and FXTM?
Alpari: Up to 1:3000 (ECN and Pro ECN, Parlance Trading Ltd). FXTM: up to 1:5000 floating (Rewards Plus and Rewards, Exinity Limited); 1:3000 Advantage, 1:1000 Micro. Leverage depends on the company that opens your account and on your country.
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Forex trading at these brokers is done through CFDs (contracts for difference): you trade on the price moving up or down, without owning the currency itself.Risk warning: CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Read the full risk warning