CMC Markets vs RoboForex 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
CMC Markets has the higher TFB Score (73/100 vs 60/100).
CMC Markets UK plc is authorised and regulated by the FCA (FRN 173730) and offers spread bets and CFDs on its Next Generation platform, MT4 and TradingView.
68% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
RoboForex Ltd is registered with the Financial Services Commission of Belize (licence 9759600, an offshore regulator) and offers Pro, ProCent, ECN and Prime accounts on MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 and R StocksTrader.
75.85% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
Side by side
| Item | CMC Markets | RoboForex |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 73/100▲ | 60/100 |
| Regulation & safety | 28/35▲1 tier-1 regulator (FCA), investor compensation | 11/35Strongest licence FSC Belize (tier 3) |
| Fees & costs | 15/25Spreads from 0 pips; commission not published | 15/25Spreads from 0 pips; commission not published |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 16/20Minimum deposit No minimum deposit to open an account, 3 deposit methods, 2 withdrawal methods | 18/20▲Minimum deposit $10 (ECN account), 4 deposit methods, 4 withdrawal methods |
| Platforms & trading | 14/20MT4, TradingView; leverage up to 30:1 for retail traders (CMC Markets UK plc) | 16/20▲MT4, MT5; leverage up to 1:2000 (Pro and ProCent accounts; ECN up to 1:500, Prime up to 1:300; RoboForex Ltd, FSC Belize) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | FCA | FSC Belize |
| Minimum deposit | No minimum deposit to open an account | $10 (ECN account) |
| Spreads from | 0.0 pips (FX Active account, six major pairs; standard CFD and spread bet accounts from 0.5 pips on major FX pairs) | 0 pips (ECN and Prime; Pro and ProCent floating from 1.3 points) |
| Commission | A fixed commission at 0.0025% per transaction (FX Active account; standard CFD and spread bet accounts are spread only) | ECN: depends on traded volume; Pro and ProCent: 0% |
| Max leverage | 30:1 for retail traders (CMC Markets UK plc) | Up to 1:2000 (Pro and ProCent accounts; ECN up to 1:500, Prime up to 1:300; RoboForex Ltd, FSC Belize) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Card, Registered bank account | Bank payments, Electronic payments, Bank cards, QR & Vouchers |
| Retail accounts losing money | 68% | 75.85% |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: CMC Markets review · RoboForex review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is CMC Markets or RoboForex better?
CMC Markets has the higher TFB Score (73/100 vs 60/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are CMC Markets and RoboForex regulated?
CMC Markets: FCA. RoboForex: FSC Belize. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, CMC Markets or RoboForex?
CMC Markets holds 1 tier-1 licence (FCA); RoboForex 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 CMC Markets and RoboForex?
CMC Markets: No minimum deposit to open an account. RoboForex: $10 (ECN account).
Which has tighter spreads, CMC Markets or RoboForex?
Published spreads start from 0.0 pips (FX Active account, six major pairs; standard CFD and spread bet accounts from 0.5 pips on major FX pairs) at CMC Markets and 0 pips (ECN and Prime; Pro and ProCent floating from 1.3 points) at RoboForex; commission: CMC Markets A fixed commission at 0.0025% per transaction (FX Active account; standard CFD and spread bet accounts are spread only), RoboForex ECN: depends on traded volume; Pro and ProCent: 0%.
Do CMC Markets and RoboForex offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4. CMC Markets: Next Generation, MetaTrader 4, TradingView. RoboForex: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, R StocksTrader, MobileTrader, WebTrader.
What is the maximum leverage at CMC Markets and RoboForex?
CMC Markets: 30:1 for retail traders (CMC Markets UK plc). RoboForex: Up to 1:2000 (Pro and ProCent accounts; ECN up to 1:500, Prime up to 1:300; RoboForex Ltd, FSC Belize). Leverage depends on the company that opens your account and on your country.
How many retail accounts lose money at CMC Markets and RoboForex?
CMC Markets states 68% and RoboForex states 75.85% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with them.
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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