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FOREX.com vs FP Markets 2026
A detailed head-to-head comparison of FOREX.com and FP Markets across regulation, trading costs, platforms, and more.
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FOREX.com vs FP Markets: Our Analysis
Overall Verdict
With an overall score of 83.4/100 vs 78.7/100, FP Markets slightly edges out FOREX.com by 4.7 points. Both brokers are closely matched, so your choice should come down to specific features that matter most to you.
Trading Costs
On the EUR/USD pair, FOREX.com offers an average spread of 1.30 pips with a $5.00 round-turn commission, while FP Markets comes in at 0.10 pips with a $6.00 commission. FP Markets offers tighter pricing on EUR/USD. Minimum deposit is $100 at FOREX.com and $100 at FP Markets.
Regulation & Safety
FOREX.com holds 4 regulatory licenses with a highest tier of Tier 1 (CFTC/NFA, FCA, ASIC), while FP Markets has 4 licenses at Tier 1 (ASIC, CySEC, FSCA). Both brokers are equally regulated.
Platform Comparison
FOREX.com offers MT4, MT5, TradingView, FOREX.com Advanced Platform — uniquely offering FOREX.com Advanced Platform which FP Markets does not have. FP Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView, with exclusive access to cTrader. Both brokers offer a comparable range of platforms.
Who Should Choose Which?
FOREX.com suits beginners seeking education, traders who prioritize safety, while FP Markets is better for cost-conscious traders, traders who want advanced tools, traders wanting a wide instrument range. If copy trading matters, FP Markets has the edge. Both brokers offer demo accounts, so you can test each before committing real funds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Based on our testing, FP Markets scores higher overall at 83.4/100 compared to FOREX.com's 78.7/100. However, "better" depends on your priorities — FOREX.com may be superior in specific categories like regulation.
FP Markets offers tighter spreads with an average EUR/USD spread of 0.10 pips, compared to 1.30 pips at FOREX.com. Check our detailed comparison table above for GBP/USD and USD/JPY spreads as well.
FOREX.com scores higher for regulation and trust at 92/100, holding licenses from CFTC/NFA, FCA, ASIC. FP Markets scores 82/100 with ASIC, CySEC, FSCA.
For beginners, FOREX.com is the stronger choice with an education and research score of 82/100. It offers structured trading courses, webinars, and a free demo account. FP Markets scores 70/100 for education.
Yes, there is no restriction on having accounts with both FOREX.com and FP Markets simultaneously. Many experienced traders maintain accounts with multiple brokers to take advantage of each broker's strengths — for example, using one for its lower spreads on majors and another for its wider instrument range or better platform features.
Reviewed by
Neil CNeil C is a financial markets analyst and forex trading specialist with over 10 years of experience evaluating broker platforms, trading conditions, and regulatory frameworks. He has personally tested accounts with dozens of brokers and brings a data-driven methodology to every review.
Last updated: April 2026