Head-to-head comparison

AMarkets vs XTB

A side-by-side look at AMarkets and XTB — score, fees, platforms and who each one actually fits best.

XTB

Publicly listed, transparent
4.6

FCA, KNF and CySEC regulated with a real, accessible affiliate program. KNF fined it in 2026 for MiFID II conduct issues — worth disclosing, not disqualifying for a large public broker.

Quick verdict

XTB scores higher overall (4.6 vs 1.0), but a higher score doesn't automatically mean it's the right pick for you.

AMarkets is the stronger fit for copy trading, MetaTrader users, broker comparison research, while XTB is built more around beginner-friendly education, EU/UK regulated access.

Regulation: AMarkets — Multiple entities; verify your registration entity. XTB — FCA (522157), CySEC (169/12), KNF (0000217580) - operating since 2002, publicly listed (WSE) since 2016.

Minimum deposit: AMarkets — Check account type before funding. XTB — No minimum on standard account.

Side by side

AMarketsXTB
Best forCopy trading, MetaTrader users, broker comparison researchBeginner-friendly education, EU/UK regulated access
PlatformsMT4, MT5, copy trading, web/mobile toolsxStation 5 only
RegulationMultiple entities; verify your registration entityFCA (522157), CySEC (169/12), KNF (0000217580) - operating since 2002, publicly listed (WSE) since 2016
Minimum depositCheck account type before fundingNo minimum on standard account

AMarkets strengths

  • Copy trading materials
  • MetaTrader support
  • Affiliate-ready broker

XTB strengths

  • Publicly traded (transparent reporting)
  • Accessible affiliate program
  • Strong education content

Which one should you pick?

Pick AMarkets if you're mainly after copy trading, MetaTrader users, broker comparison research. It stands out for copy trading materials and metaTrader support.

Pick XTB if you're mainly after beginner-friendly education, EU/UK regulated access. It stands out for publicly traded (transparent reporting) and accessible affiliate program.

Common questions

AMarkets vs XTB FAQ

Is AMarkets better than XTB?

XTB scores higher in our rating (4.6 vs 1.0), but AMarkets may still be the better fit if you specifically need copy trading, MetaTrader users, broker comparison research.

What's the difference in regulation between AMarkets and XTB?

AMarkets: Multiple entities; verify your registration entity. XTB: FCA (522157), CySEC (169/12), KNF (0000217580) - operating since 2002, publicly listed (WSE) since 2016.

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