Plus500
XGLOBAL Markets
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Overview
Plus500 was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Israel, while XGLOBAL Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Cyprus. Plus500 holds licences including Plus500UK Ltd authorized & regulated by the FCA (#509909), while XGLOBAL Markets is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Plus500 serves 1,000,000+ clients worldwide; XGLOBAL Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Plus500 and $500 at XGLOBAL Markets.
| Feature | Plus500 | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $500 |
| Regulation | Plus500UK Ltd authorized & regulated by the FCA (#509909), Plus500CY Ltd authorized & regulated by CySEC (#250/14), Plus500AU Pty Ltd (ACN 153301681), ASIC in Australia AFSL #417727, FMA in New Zealand, FSP #486026 and Authorised Financial Services Provider in South Africa FSP #47546 | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2008 | 2008 |
| Country | Israel | Cyprus |
| Clients | 1,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Plus500 and XGLOBAL Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Plus500 has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $500 at XGLOBAL Markets). XGLOBAL Markets charges withdrawal fees while Plus500 does not, giving Plus500 an edge for frequent withdrawers. Plus500 applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; XGLOBAL Markets does not. XGLOBAL Markets charges deposit fees; Plus500 does not. Overall, Plus500 scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Plus500 | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Plus500 offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while XGLOBAL Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Plus500 supports social and copy trading features, which XGLOBAL Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Plus500 | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Desktop,iOS,Android |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Plus500 and XGLOBAL Markets compare. Plus500 runs regular live webinars; XGLOBAL Markets does not. Both provide video tutorials. Plus500 publishes daily market commentary; XGLOBAL Markets does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Plus500 maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Plus500 scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Plus500 | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Plus500 accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill), while XGLOBAL Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Plus500 uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill among the two brokers. Plus500 scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Plus500 | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | 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 Plus500 and XGLOBAL Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Plus500 supports 15 languages and XGLOBAL Markets supports 2, giving Plus500 broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Plus500 | XGLOBAL Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Dutch, Polish, Arabic, Hebrew, Danish, Norwegian, Czech, Slovak, Bulgarian and Chinese | English, and Chinese |