Head-to-head comparison

CMC Markets vs Forex.com

A side-by-side look at CMC Markets and Forex.com — score, fees, platforms and who each one actually fits best.

CMC Markets

Publicly listed, deep instrument range
4.2

Publicly traded (LSE: CMCX), long track record since 1989, broad CFD and forex range.

Forex.com

Established US-regulated brand
3.6

Part of StoneX Group, one of the largest US forex brokers with deep liquidity on majors.

Quick verdict

CMC Markets scores higher overall (4.2 vs 3.6), but a higher score doesn't automatically mean it's the right pick for you.

CMC Markets is the stronger fit for wide market range, advanced charting via Next Generation platform, while Forex.com is built more around uS-based traders wanting a regulated, established brand.

Regulation: CMC Markets — FCA, ASIC and more. Forex.com — CFTC/NFA (US), FCA (UK).

Minimum deposit: CMC Markets — No minimum. Forex.com — $100.

Side by side

CMC MarketsForex.com
Best forWide market range, advanced charting via Next Generation platformUS-based traders wanting a regulated, established brand
PlatformsNext Generation, MT4MT4, MT5, TradingView
RegulationFCA, ASIC and moreCFTC/NFA (US), FCA (UK)
Minimum depositNo minimum$100

CMC Markets strengths

  • Publicly traded since 1989
  • Very wide instrument range
  • Advanced charting

Forex.com strengths

  • Backed by StoneX Group
  • Deep liquidity on majors
  • US CFTC/NFA regulated

Which one should you pick?

Pick CMC Markets if you're mainly after wide market range, advanced charting via Next Generation platform. It stands out for publicly traded since 1989 and very wide instrument range.

Pick Forex.com if you're mainly after uS-based traders wanting a regulated, established brand. It stands out for backed by StoneX Group and deep liquidity on majors.

Common questions

CMC Markets vs Forex.com FAQ

Is CMC Markets better than Forex.com?

CMC Markets scores higher in our rating (4.2 vs 3.6), but Forex.com may still be the better fit if you specifically need uS-based traders wanting a regulated, established brand.

What's the difference in regulation between CMC Markets and Forex.com?

CMC Markets: FCA, ASIC and more. Forex.com: CFTC/NFA (US), FCA (UK).

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