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BUX vs FXCM

Compare BUX and FXCM side by side: fees, regulation, platforms.

BUX

BUX

European beginner stock and ETF investors

BUX is a Dutch mobile-first investing app offering commission-free Zero Orders on stocks and ETFs, fractional…

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FXCM

FXCM

Forex and algo traders

FXCM is a forex and CFD broker founded in 1999, offering 40+ currency pairs, CFDs, crypto CFDs, spread bettin…

Head-to-head comparison

BUX vs FXCM
Feature BUX FXCM
Minimum deposit - -
Stock trading fee Zero Orders and investment plan orders: free (Plus/Prime only for Zero Orders); market orders: EUR 0.99-3.99 depending on asset and tier -
Regulators AFM, DNB, FCA FCA, ASIC, CySEC, FSCA
Best for European beginner stock and ETF investors Forex and algo traders
Markets & account
Stocks
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ETFs
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Forex
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CFDs
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Crypto
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Fractional Shares
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Investment Plans
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Multi Currency
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Margin
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Demo Account
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Spread Betting
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Pros & cons

BUX

BUX

Pros

  • Zero Orders and investment plan orders are commission-free
  • Basic account has no monthly subscription fee
  • No inactivity fee
  • Fractional shares enable small investment amounts
  • Recurring investment plans automate saving
  • Regulated by AFM, DNB and FCA
  • Available in eight European countries
  • Part of ABN AMRO group adds financial backing

Cons

  • Basic tier has a 0.20%/year variable service fee on invested assets
  • Market orders cost EUR 0.99-3.99 depending on asset type and tier
  • Zero Orders available only on Plus and Prime tiers
  • FX markup of 0.25-0.75% applies on US stock trades
  • No demo account
  • Limited to European markets, not available globally
  • Product range narrower than full-service brokers - no bonds, options or crypto
  • Web platform is secondary to the mobile app
FXCM

FXCM

Pros

  • No account opening or deposit fees
  • Strong algorithmic trading support with APIs and third-party integrations
  • Spread betting available for UK clients (tax-free gains)
  • Multiple regulated entities across UK, Australia, EU, and South Africa
  • Free demo account with up to $20,000 in virtual funds
  • Commission-free standard accounts
  • Advanced Trading Station platform with 115+ indicators
  • Active Trader rebates for high-volume traders

Cons

  • Banned from US market since 2017 following CFTC fraud findings
  • Past regulatory fines from FCA and CFTC remain on record
  • Inactivity fee after 12 months
  • Wire withdrawal carries a $25 correspondent bank charge
  • Limited stock CFD range compared to multi-asset competitors
  • No MetaTrader 5 support
  • Active Trader minimum deposit is $25,000
BUX

BUX

BUX is a Dutch mobile-first investing app offering commission-free Zero Orders on stocks and ETFs, fractional shares and recurring investment plans across eight European markets.

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Your capital is at risk. Other fees apply.

FXCM

FXCM

FXCM is a forex and CFD broker founded in 1999, offering 40+ currency pairs, CFDs, crypto CFDs, spread betting for UK clients, and strong algorithmic trading support.

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Your capital is at risk. Other fees apply.

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