Head-to-Head Comparison

eToro vs FXCM

Complete side-by-side comparison based on verified data from official sources. See which broker offers better trading conditions for your needs.

eToro logo

eToro

FCA
Est. 2007
VS
Score
0:3
FXCM logo

FXCM

FCA
Est. 1999

Quick Summary

eToro (established 2007) and FXCM (established 1999) are both regulated forex and CFD brokers. FXCM offers tighter spreads starting from 0.2 pips, compared to eToro's 1 pips. Both brokers offer similar maximum leverage of 400:1.

Trading Conditions

Feature
eToro
FXCM
Min. Spread
1 pips
0.2 pips
Min. Deposit
$50
$50
Max Leverage
400:1
1000:1
Execution
Market Maker
Market Maker|Hybrid
Instruments
3000+
1000+
Founded
2007
1999
Headquarters
Israel
United Kingdom

Regulation & Licensing

eToro logo
eToro

FCA(583263)
United Kingdom
CySEC(109/10)
Cyprus
ASIC(491139)
Australia
FSA(SD076)
Seychelles

FXCM logo
FXCM

FCA(217689)
United Kingdom
CySEC(392/20)
Cyprus
ASIC(309763)
Australia
FSCA(46534)
South Africa
Unregulated(1776 LLC 2022)
St. Vincent and the Grenadines

Platforms & Features

Feature
eToro
FXCM
Platforms
eToro WebTrader, eToro Mobile App
Trading Station, MetaTrader 4, TradingView, Capitalise.ai, MetaTrader 5
Copy Trading
VPS Hosting
Neg. Balance Protection
Islamic Account
Demo Account

Account Types

eToro

Retail Account
Spread: 1 pipsMin: $50Lev: 400:1
Professional Account
Spread: 1 pipsMin: $200Lev: 400:1

FXCM

Standard Account
Spread: 1.3 pipsMin: $50Lev: 1000:1
Active Trader
Spread: 0.2 pipsMin: $25000Lev: 1000:1Comm: $6/lot

Verdict: eToro vs FXCM

Based on our verified data analysis, FXCM has a slight edge in this comparison with a score of 3 vs 0.

Choose FXCM if you prioritize the tightest possible spreads.

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Risk Warning: CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Between 74-89% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.