Head-to-head comparison

Forex.com vs Swissquote

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

Forex.com

Established US-regulated brand

★ ★ ★ ★★ ★ 3.6

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

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Swissquote

Swiss-regulated, premium banking

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.3

Licensed Swiss bank, listed on the SIX exchange (SWX: SQN) — premium positioning with real Swiss banking security.

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Quick verdict

Swissquote scores higher overall (4.3 vs 3.6), but a higher score doesn't automatically mean it's the right pick for you.

Forex.com is the stronger fit for uS-based traders wanting a regulated, established brand, while Swissquote is built more around traders who value Swiss banking regulation and reputation.

Regulation: Forex.com — CFTC/NFA (US), FCA (UK). Swissquote — FINMA (Switzerland), FCA (UK).

Minimum deposit: Forex.com — $100. Swissquote — $1,000, varies by account.

Side by side

Forex.comSwissquote

Best forUS-based traders wanting a regulated, established brandTraders who value Swiss banking regulation and reputation

PlatformsMT4, MT5, TradingViewAdvanced Trader, MT4/MT5

RegulationCFTC/NFA (US), FCA (UK)FINMA (Switzerland), FCA (UK)

Minimum deposit$100$1,000, varies by account

Forex.com strengths

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

Swissquote strengths

Licensed Swiss bank
Publicly listed (SIX exchange)
Strong reputation/security

Which one should you pick?

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.

Pick Swissquote if you're mainly after traders who value Swiss banking regulation and reputation. It stands out for licensed Swiss bank and publicly listed (SIX exchange).

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