Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
Markets.com vs VT Markets
What sets them apart
| Compare |  Markets.com |  VT Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto, Bonds, Spread bettingCovers more | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto |
| Regulators | CySEC, FCA, FSCA, ASIC | ASIC, FSCA, SIPC |
| Investor protection | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 | SIPC up to USD 500,000 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 72.4% | 74% to 89% |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | no deposit or withdrawal fees | zero fees on deposits and withdrawals |
| Platforms | Web Platform, Mobile App, MT4, MT5 | MT4, MT5, TradingView, VT Markets App |
| Stock trade fee | $0 | Not confirmed |
| Account fee | $0 | Not confirmed |
| Inactivity fee | $10 | Not confirmed |
| Currency conversion fee | 0.6% | Not confirmed |
| Maximum retail leverage | Not confirmed | 1:500 |
Same on both: Minimum deposit ($100).
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Key differences
- Markets.com scores higher overall: 9.5 vs 9.0.
- Regulators: only Markets.com offers CySEC, FCA.
- Regulators: only VT Markets offers SIPC.
- Markets.com is licensed in 1 more country.
- Markets: only Markets.com offers Bonds, Spread betting.
- Platforms: only Markets.com offers Web Platform, Mobile App.
- Platforms: only VT Markets offers TradingView, VT Markets App.
Our verdict on each
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.
VT Markets
VT Markets suits traders who want a single account across stocks, etfs and forex, with zero fees on deposits and withdrawals, regulation by ASIC, FSCA and SIPC and a demo account, copy trading and a mobile app. The catch: the minimum deposit is $100, and retail accounts that lose money run 74% to 89% here.
Score breakdown
| Area | Markets.com | VT Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.9HigherCommission-free model: stock trades at fees of $0, account fee of $0, currency conversion of 0.6%. | 8.5 |
| Offer | 9.7Higher | 9.6 |
| Trust | 9.9Higher | 9.2 |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Markets.com | VT Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | ASIC 428901 | |
| South Africa | FSCA 50865 | |
| Cyprus | Not confirmed | |
| United Kingdom | FCA 481853 | Not confirmed |
| United States | Not confirmed | SIPC SIPC member 71021 |
Feature by feature
| Markets | Markets.com | VT Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | Yes | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | Yes |
| CFDs | Yes | Yes |
| Crypto | Yes | Yes |
| Bonds | Yes | No |
| Spread betting | Yes | No |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Markets.com | VT Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 40 of 490 | 145 of 490 |
| Forex brokers | 16 of 147 | 64 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 14 of 145 | 62 of 145 |
| CFD brokers | 13 of 122 | 54 of 122 |
| Copy trading platforms | 4 of 37 | 15 of 37 |
Where these facts come from
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
VT Markets
- brokeranalysis.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- brokerchooser.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- fxleaders.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- sipc.org: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- dailyforex.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Markets.com | VT Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Mobile app, Copy trading, Demo account, Crypto | Demo account, Copy trading, Mobile app, Crypto |
| Pricing model | Commission free | Not confirmed |
| Audience | Beginners, Experienced | Not confirmed |
| Legal entity | Finalto Financial Services Limited | RB INTERNATIONAL MARKETS (USA) LLC |
| Headquarters | Not confirmed | Australia |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2015 |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Markets.com | VT Markets | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $100above the median | $100above the median | $10 |
| Stock trade fee | $0at the median | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Account fee | $0at the median | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Inactivity fee | $10above the median | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 72.4%above the median | 74% to 89%above the median | 70.375% |
| Currency conversion fee | 0.6%above the median | Not confirmed | 0.4% |
Median across 99 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
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
VT Markets
Pros
- Deposits and withdrawals carry zero fees on deposits and withdrawals.
- A single account covers stocks, etfs and forex, so forex, CFDs, equities and crypto share one login.
- Regulation by ASIC, FSCA and SIPC, with investor protection stated as SIPC up to USD 500,000.
Cons
- The minimum deposit of $100 sits above the site median of €4.64, ranking 148 of 213 on that measure.
- Retail accounts that lose money run 74% to 89%, above the site median of 70.15%.
- Retail leverage of 1:500 magnifies losses as readily as gains, so position sizing matters more here than elsewhere.
Who each suits
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
VT Markets
Who it suits
- Traders holding several asset classes who want forex, CFDs, equities and crypto under a single login.
- Anyone who puts a regulated broker and a stated protection scheme above a low headline deposit.
- Copy traders and app traders, since demo account, copy trading and mobile app and MT4, MT5 and TradingView are both offered.
Who should look elsewhere
- CFI, whose minimum deposit is $0, if you want to start with a small balance.
- Vantage, asking $5 to open an account, suits a lighter starting balance.
- eToro, whose markets list of stocks, etfs and forex adds futures to the range offered here.
Questions about each
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.
VT Markets
What is the minimum deposit at VT Markets?+
The listed minimum is $100. That is well above the site median of €4.64, and it leaves the broker ranked 148 of 213 on this measure. CFI opens at $0 and Vantage at $5, so smaller balances point elsewhere.
What do deposits and withdrawals cost?+
Deposits and withdrawals carry zero fees on deposits and withdrawals. That removes a steady drip of small charges from the account, which matters more over time than a single low trade price. It applies to the account rather than to a particular payment method.
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