FXCM
TopForex
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Overview
FXCM was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in United States, while TopForex was established in 2009 and is based in Cyprus. FXCM holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while TopForex is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. FXCM serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; TopForex has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at FXCM and $100 at TopForex.
| Feature | FXCM | TopForex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 1999 | 2009 |
| Country | United States | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FXCM and TopForex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FXCM has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at TopForex). TopForex charges withdrawal fees while FXCM does not, giving FXCM an edge for frequent withdrawers. Overall, FXCM scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FXCM | TopForex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
FXCM offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while TopForex supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. TopForex supports social and copy trading features, which FXCM does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | FXCM | TopForex |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mirror Trader, Web Trader, NinjaTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how FXCM and TopForex 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. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | FXCM | TopForex |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. FXCM accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while TopForex supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | FXCM | TopForex |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both FXCM and TopForex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | FXCM | TopForex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |