ForexMart
XM
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Overview
ForexMart was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while XM was established in 2009 and is based in Cyprus. ForexMart holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while XM is regulated by International Financial Services Commission(IFSC) among others. ForexMart serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; XM has 3,500,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at ForexMart and $5 at XM.
| Feature | ForexMart | XM |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $5 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | International Financial Services Commission(IFSC), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2015 | 2009 |
| Country | Cyprus | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 3,500,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ForexMart and XM, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ForexMart has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $5 at XM). ForexMart charges withdrawal fees while XM does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. XM applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; ForexMart does not. ForexMart charges deposit fees; XM does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | ForexMart | XM |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $5 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
ForexMart offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while XM supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | ForexMart | XM |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, WEB, desktop | MT4, MT5, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how ForexMart and XM compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. ForexMart scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ForexMart | XM |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. ForexMart accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller), while XM supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Neteller). ForexMart uniquely supports Skrill among the two brokers. ForexMart scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ForexMart | XM |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both ForexMart and XM offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ForexMart supports 15 languages and XM supports 20, giving XM broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ForexMart | XM |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Czech, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovenian,Hindi, Hebrew, Arabic, Russian | Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, and Turkish |