FXCM vs Vantage 2026
By Akash · Facts re-checked (UTC)
Here is how FXCM and Vantage compare on regulation, costs and platforms.
FXCM operates through Stratos group entities including Stratos Markets Limited (FCA, UK) and Stratos Trading Pty Ltd (ASIC, Australia), offering Trading Station, MT4 and TradingView.
Vantage is a CFD broker offering MT4, MT5 and a TradingView-powered ProTrader platform, with Standard STP and Raw ECN accounts, operating through entities regulated by ASIC, FCA, FSCA and VFSC.
72.65% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
Side by side
| FXCM | Vantage | |
|---|---|---|
| Regulators | FCA | |
| Minimum deposit | 50 currency units by card (UK); no minimum by wire | – |
| Spreads from | – | from 0.0 pips (Raw ECN) |
| Max leverage | 30:1 on major forex pairs for UK retail clients (Stratos Markets Limited) | – |
| Platforms | Trading Station | – |
| Retail accounts losing money | – | 72.65% |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: FXCM review · Vantage review.
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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