XTB
Xtrade
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Overview
XTB was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Poland, while Xtrade was established in 2003 and is based in Australia. XTB holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Xtrade is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. XTB serves 250,000+ clients worldwide; Xtrade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $0 at XTB and $1 at Xtrade.
| Feature | XTB | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $1 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), FCA number FRN 522157, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), CySEC Licence Number: 169/12, Comisi├ó╦å┼í├óÔÇ░┬Ñn Nacional del Mercado de Valores, Komisja Nadzoru Finansowego | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2002 | 2003 |
| Country | Poland | Australia |
| Clients | 250,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between XTB and Xtrade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. XTB has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $1 at Xtrade). XTB charges withdrawal fees while Xtrade does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Xtrade charges deposit fees; XTB does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | XTB | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
XTB offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Xtrade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. XTB supports social and copy trading features, which Xtrade does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | XTB | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Tablet & Mobile apps | Not available |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how XTB and Xtrade compare. XTB runs regular live webinars; Xtrade does not. XTB has a video library; Xtrade does not. XTB publishes daily market commentary; Xtrade does not. XTB integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Xtrade does not. XTB maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. XTB scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | XTB | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. XTB uniquely supports bank transfer and credit/debit card and PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. XTB scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | XTB | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Not available |
| Credit Card | Yes | Not available |
| PayPal | Yes | Not available |
| Skrill | Yes | Not available |
| Neteller | Yes | Not available |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both XTB and Xtrade offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. XTB offers multilingual support. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | XTB | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Czech, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovenian, and Turkish | Not available |