Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
FXOpen vs Global Prime
FXOpen vs Global Prime: the differences
| Compare |  FXOpen |  Global Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $100 | $0Lower |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto, MetalsCovers more |
| Regulators | CySEC, FCA | Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC), SIPC |
| Investor protection | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 | SIPC up to USD 500,000 |
| Platforms | TickTrader, MT4, MT5 | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 60% | Not confirmed |
| EUR/USD spread | Not confirmed | 0.1% |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | Not confirmed | $0 deposit fees |
| Account types | Not confirmed | Joint, Corporate |
| Maximum retail leverage | Not confirmed | 1:1000 |
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Key differences
- Global Prime scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 9.1.
- Regulators: only FXOpen offers CySEC, FCA.
- Regulators: only Global Prime offers Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC), SIPC.
- Global Prime is licensed in 1 more country.
- Minimum deposit is lower at Global Prime: $0 vs $100.
- Markets: only Global Prime offers Metals.
- Platforms: only FXOpen offers TickTrader, MT4, MT5.
- Platforms: only Global Prime offers MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5.
- Features: only FXOpen offers Mobile app.
Our verdict on each
FXOpen
FXOpen suits traders who want one account spanning forex, CFDs, stocks, ETFs and crypto under FCA and CySEC oversight, with investor protection of EU ICS up to EUR 20,000. The minimum deposit of $100 is the catch, placing it well above the site median of €4.64 and above Vantage at $5.
Global Prime
Global Prime is a low-cost broker for traders who already work in a standard terminal and want shares, forex and CFDs in one place. A minimum deposit of $0 and a listed EUR/USD spread of 0.1% keep the running costs down, though leverage of 1:1000 is not for beginners.
Score breakdown
| Area | FXOpen | Global Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.5 | 9.7Higher |
| Offer | 9.4Higher | 9.2 |
| Trust | 9.5Higher | 9.4 |
Sources behind this comparison
FXOpen
- fxopen.com: 5 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- scribd.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
- topforextradingbrokers.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Global Prime
- globalprime.com: 12 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- sipc.org: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | FXOpen | Global Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 114 of 471 | 55 of 471 |
| Forex brokers | 50 of 147 | 23 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 48 of 145 | 21 of 145 |
| CFD brokers | 40 of 122 | 18 of 122 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | FXOpen | Global Prime |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Demo account, Crypto, Mobile appCovers more | Demo account, Crypto |
| Pricing model | Not confirmed | Commission free, Low fees |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | TD PRIME SERVICES LLC |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Australia |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2010 |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | FXOpen | Global Prime | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $100above the median | $0below the median | $25 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 60%lowest quarter | Not confirmed | 72.05% |
| EUR/USD spread | Not confirmed | 0.1%lowest quarter | 0.65% |
Median across 134 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
FXOpen
Pros
- One account covers stocks, ETFs, forex, CFDs and crypto, all listed under stocks, etfs and forex.
- Regulated by CySEC and FCA, so the UK operation sits under the FCA and the Cyprus operation under CySEC.
- Investor protection is stated at EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 for eligible claims.
Cons
- The minimum deposit of $100 is far above the site median of €4.64.
- On minimum deposit FXOpen ranks 148 of 213 brands compared.
- The cost score is 2.7 and the overall score is 2.7, so value is the weak side.
Global Prime
Pros
- Regulated by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), the Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) and SIPC (Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) and SIPC), so the money sits in a regulated structure.
- One account covers stocks, ETFs, forex, CFDs, crypto and metals (stocks, etfs and forex) on MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 (MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5).
- A demo account is offered, so you can test the terminals before funding, and pricing comes in commission free and low fees variants.
Cons
- Account types run to joint and corporate only, with no ISA, SIPP or IRA listed, so tax wrappers sit elsewhere.
- Leverage of 1:1000 magnifies losses as much as gains, so oversized positions hurt quickly.
- SIPC cover attaches to TD PRIME SERVICES LLC, the US entity, while the brand sits in Australia, so the entity on your account matters.
Who each suits
FXOpen
Who it suits
- Traders who want forex and CFDs next to stocks, ETFs and crypto in a single account.
- UK and EU residents who want a broker listed with CySEC and FCA and a stated protection scheme.
- Users of TickTrader, MT4 or MT5 who want a demo account before committing money.
Who should look elsewhere
- Newcomers starting with a small amount: CFI asks a minimum deposit of $0.
- Traders who want futures in the market list: eToro covers stocks, etfs and forex.
- Anyone wanting a lower entry point: Vantage takes $5 against FXOpen's $100.
Global Prime
Who it suits
- Traders who already work in MetaTrader 4 or MetaTrader 5 and want one account for shares, forex, CFDs and crypto.
- Anyone testing a platform first, since a demo account is offered and both joint and corporate accounts sit in the range (joint and corporate).
Who should look elsewhere
- Not for beginners: leverage of 1:1000 turns a wrong position into a fast loss, and the platforms are MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 rather than a simplified app.
- Not for futures traders: eToro lists stocks, etfs and forex, which adds futures that the Global Prime markets list leaves out.
Questions about each
FXOpen
What is the minimum deposit at FXOpen?+
The minimum deposit is $100. That is well above the site median of €4.64 and places FXOpen at 148 of 213 brands compared on this measure. Anyone starting with a small balance is better served by a lower entry point elsewhere.
Who regulates FXOpen?+
FXOpen lists CySEC and FCA. The Cyprus entity is supervised by CySEC and the UK entity by the FCA, so UK customers sit under the UK regulator while EU customers sit under the Cyprus one. The listed protection scheme is EU ICS up to EUR 20,000.
Global Prime
What will it cost me to get started?+
The minimum deposit is $0 and the published deposit charge is $0 deposit fees. What you pay afterwards depends on the account model you pick, either commission-free or low-fee (commission free and low fees), and on the spread you trade through, with an EUR/USD spread of 0.1% listed.
How is my money protected?+
Global Prime is registered with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and the Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC), and it appears on the SIPC membership list. The listed investor protection is SIPC up to USD 500,000. That cover belongs to the US entity, so check the legal entity named on your account before you fund it.
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