Head-to-head comparison

FP Markets vs XTB

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

FP Markets

Best raw-pricing candidate
4.7

Partner link pending; good next review candidate

XTB

Publicly listed, transparent
4.8

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 (4.8 vs 4.7), but a higher score doesn't automatically mean it's the right pick for you.

FP Markets is the stronger fit for eCN-style trading, MT4/MT5 users, cost-focused traders, while XTB is built more around beginner-friendly education, EU/UK regulated access.

Regulation: FP Markets — ASIC, CySEC, FSCA, Seychelles and other group entities. XTB — FCA (UK), KNF (Poland), CySEC (Cyprus).

Minimum deposit: FP Markets — Often from $100, depending on account/entity. XTB — No minimum on standard account.

Side by side

FP MarketsXTB
Best forECN-style trading, MT4/MT5 users, cost-focused tradersBeginner-friendly education, EU/UK regulated access
PlatformsMT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView, Iress in some regionsxStation 5 only
RegulationASIC, CySEC, FSCA, Seychelles and other group entitiesFCA (UK), KNF (Poland), CySEC (Cyprus)
Minimum depositOften from $100, depending on account/entityNo minimum on standard account

FP Markets strengths

  • Strong partner program
  • Raw pricing angle
  • Broad CFD range

XTB strengths

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

Which one should you pick?

Pick FP Markets if you're mainly after eCN-style trading, MT4/MT5 users, cost-focused traders. It stands out for strong partner program and raw pricing angle.

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

FP Markets vs XTB FAQ

Is FP Markets better than XTB?

XTB scores higher in our rating (4.8 vs 4.7), but FP Markets may still be the better fit if you specifically need eCN-style trading, MT4/MT5 users, cost-focused traders.

What's the difference in regulation between FP Markets and XTB?

FP Markets: ASIC, CySEC, FSCA, Seychelles and other group entities. XTB: FCA (UK), KNF (Poland), CySEC (Cyprus).

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