FXCM vs RoboForex 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
FXCM has the higher TFB Score (77/100 vs 60/100).
FXCM operates through Stratos group entities including Stratos Markets Limited (FCA, UK), Stratos Trading Pty Ltd (ASIC, Australia) and Stratos Europe Limited (CySEC), offering Trading Station, MT4 and TradingView. FXCM UK now says new trading accounts are provided through Trade Nation.
67% 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 | FXCM | RoboForex |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 77/100▲ | 60/100 |
| Regulation & safety | 34/35▲3 tier-1 regulators (FCA, ASIC, CySEC), investor compensation | 11/35Strongest licence FSC Belize (tier 3) |
| Fees & costs | 15/25Spreads and commission not published (counted as neutral) | 15/25Spreads from 0 pips; commission not published |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 14/208 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 on major forex pairs for UK retail clients (Stratos Markets Limited) | 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, ASIC, CySEC | FSC Belize |
| Minimum deposit | 50 currency units (PayPal deposits); no account-wide minimum published | $10 (ECN account) |
| Spreads from | Not published | 0 pips (ECN and Prime; Pro and ProCent floating from 1.3 points) |
| Commission | Zero Commissions (standard accounts; Active Trader accounts use commission-based pricing) | ECN: depends on traded volume; Pro and ProCent: 0% |
| Max leverage | 30:1 on major forex pairs for UK retail clients (Stratos Markets Limited) | 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 | Debit/Credit card (up to the amount deposited by card), Wire | Bank payments, Electronic payments, Bank cards, QR & Vouchers |
| Retail accounts losing money | 67% | 75.85% |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: FXCM review · RoboForex review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is FXCM or RoboForex better?
FXCM has the higher TFB Score (77/100 vs 60/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are FXCM and RoboForex regulated?
FXCM: FCA, ASIC, CySEC. RoboForex: FSC Belize. Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, FXCM or RoboForex?
FXCM holds 3 tier-1 licences (FCA, ASIC and CySEC); 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 FXCM and RoboForex?
FXCM: 50 currency units (PayPal deposits); no account-wide minimum published. RoboForex: $10 (ECN account).
Do FXCM and RoboForex offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4. FXCM: Trading Station, MetaTrader 4, TradingView. RoboForex: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, R StocksTrader, MobileTrader, WebTrader.
What is the maximum leverage at FXCM and RoboForex?
FXCM: 30:1 on major forex pairs for UK retail clients (Stratos Markets Limited). 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 FXCM and RoboForex?
FXCM states 67% 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