Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
FXOpen vs Markets.com
FXOpen vs Markets.com: the differences
| Compare |  FXOpen |  Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto, Bonds, Spread bettingCovers more |
| Regulators | CySEC, FCA | CySEC, FCA, FSCA, ASICCovers more |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 60% | 72.4% |
| Platforms | TickTrader, MT4, MT5 | Web Platform, Mobile App, MT4, MT5 |
| Stock trade fee | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Account fee | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Inactivity fee | Not confirmed | $10 |
| Currency conversion fee | Not confirmed | 0.6% |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | Not confirmed | no deposit or withdrawal fees |
Same on both: Minimum deposit ($100), Investor protection (EU ICS up to EUR 20,000).
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Key differences
- Markets.com scores higher overall: 9.5 vs 9.1.
- Regulators: only Markets.com offers FSCA, ASIC.
- Markets.com is licensed in 2 more countries.
- Markets: only Markets.com offers Bonds, Spread betting.
- Platforms: only FXOpen offers TickTrader.
- Platforms: only Markets.com offers Web Platform, Mobile App.
- Features: only Markets.com offers Copy trading.
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.
Markets.com
Markets.com suits retail traders who want stocks, forex, cfds, crypto and spread betting under a single account with no commission charged on share dealing. Stock trades carry fees of $0 and the account fee is $0, though the $100 minimum deposit and an inactivity charge of $10 are the figures to weigh.
Score breakdown
| Area | FXOpen | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.5 | 8.9HigherCommission-free model: stock trades at fees of $0, account fee of $0, currency conversion of 0.6%. |
| Offer | 9.4 | 9.7Higher |
| Trust | 9.5 | 9.9Higher |
Side by side, item by item
| Markets | FXOpen | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | Yes | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | Yes |
| CFDs | Yes | Yes |
| Crypto | Yes | Yes |
| Bonds | No | Yes |
| Spread betting | No | Yes |
Availability and regulation
| Country | FXOpen | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Cyprus | ||
| United Kingdom | FCA 481853 | |
| Australia | Not confirmed | |
| South Africa | Not confirmed |
What we checked
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
Markets.com
- markets.com: 6 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- tradingfinder.com: 4 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- wecomparebrokers.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- commodity.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
- investingreviews.co.uk: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | FXOpen | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 114 of 471 | 49 of 471 |
| Forex brokers | 50 of 147 | 19 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 48 of 145 | 17 of 145 |
| CFD brokers | 40 of 122 | 15 of 122 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | FXOpen | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Demo account, Crypto, Mobile app | Mobile app, Copy trading, Demo account, CryptoCovers more |
| Pricing model | Not confirmed | Commission free |
| Audience | Not confirmed | Beginners, Experienced |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | Finalto Financial Services Limited |
| Support channels | Not confirmed | Email, Phone, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | FXOpen | Markets.com | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $100above the median | $100above the median | $25 |
| Stock trade fee | Not confirmed | $0at the median | $0 |
| Account fee | Not confirmed | $0at the median | $0 |
| Inactivity fee | Not confirmed | $10above the median | $0 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 60%lowest quarter | 72.4%above the median | 72.05% |
| Currency conversion fee | Not confirmed | 0.6%above the median | 0.45% |
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.
Markets.com
Pros
- Stock trades carry fees of $0 on a commission-free model, so placing a share trade is not chargeable
- The account fee is $0, which ranks Markets.com at 1 of 138 brands on that measure
- Deposits and withdrawals carry no deposit or withdrawal fees, so moving money on and off the account stays cheap
Cons
- An inactivity charge of $10 catches dormant balances, placing Markets.com at 35 of 56 brands on that measure
- The minimum deposit of $100 is heavy, ranking at 148 of 213 brands, so a smaller opening balance rules it out
- A currency conversion fee of 0.6% sits on top of the commission-free model, so currency trades cost more than the share trades priced at $0
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.
Markets.com
Who it suits
- Retail traders who want stocks, forex, cfds, crypto and spread betting inside a single account
- Investors who trade often enough to clear the $100 minimum and steer clear of the $10 inactivity charge
- UK residents who want the account run by Finalto Financial Services Limited under the FCA
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone opening with a small balance, since the $100 minimum deposit compares with a site median of €4.64 while CFI takes $0 and Vantage takes $5
- Long term holders of an idle balance, because an inactivity charge of $10 applies
- Traders who mainly want forex and the lowest way in, since CFI and Vantage set minimum deposits at $0 and $5
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.
Markets.com
Does Markets.com charge commission on shares?+
The pricing model is commission-free, and stock trades carry fees of $0 on the trade itself. Currency conversion of 0.6% and an inactivity charge of $10 sit outside that figure, so regular traders should build both into the running cost.
Is there a monthly or annual account fee?+
Fees run $0 on the account, which ranks Markets.com at 1 out of 138 brands on that measure. Deposits and withdrawals carry no deposit or withdrawal fees as well, so funding the account and taking money back out stay clear of extra charges.
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