Feature | XM Trading | Titan FX |
---|---|---|
Established | 2009 | 2014 |
Regulation | CySEC (Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission), ASIC (Australian Securities and Investments Commission), FSC (Financial Services Commission of Belize), DFSA (Dubai Financial Services Authority) | VFSC (Vanuatu Financial Services Commission), FSA (Seychelles Financial Services Authority), FSC (Financial Services Commission of Mauritius) |
Minimum Deposit | $5 | $200 |
Maximum Leverage | 0.73611111111111 | 0.38888888888889 |
Spread Type | Variable | Variable |
Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, WebTrader, Mobile Apps | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, WebTrader, Mobile Apps |
Account Types | Micro, Standard, Ultra Low, Shares | Zero Micro, Zero Standard, Zero Blade |
Commission | None (except Shares account) | $7 per lot (Zero Blade account) |
Minimum Trade Size | 0.01 lots | 0.01 lots |
Trading Instruments | Forex, Commodities, Indices, Stocks, Cryptocurrencies | Forex, Metals, Energy, Indices, Stocks, Cryptocurrencies |
Deposit Methods | Bank Wire, Credit/Debit Cards, E-wallets (Skrill, Neteller, etc.) | Bank Wire, Credit/Debit Cards, E-wallets (Skrill, Neteller, etc.), Cryptocurrencies |
Withdrawal Methods | Bank Wire, Credit/Debit Cards, E-wallets | Bank Wire, Credit/Debit Cards, E-wallets, Cryptocurrencies |
Processing Time | Deposits: Instant for E-wallets and Cards; Withdrawals: 24 hours | Deposits: Instant for E-wallets and Cards; Withdrawals: 1-2 business days |
Islamic Accounts | Available | Available |
Demo Accounts | Available | Available |
Customer Support | 24/5 via Live Chat, Email, Phone | 24/5 via Live Chat, Email, Phone |
Educational Resources | Webinars, Tutorials, Market Analysis | Market Analysis, Trading Tools |
Promotions/Bonuses | Deposit Bonuses, Loyalty Programs | Not typically offered |
Languages Supported | Multiple including English, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic | Multiple including English, Japanese, Chinese, Korean |
Market Execution Type | Market Execution | Market Execution |
Slippage Protection | Negative Balance Protection, No Requotes, No Rejections | Negative Balance Protection, Low Slippage Execution |
Stop-Out Level | 20% | 20% |
Hedging Allowed | Yes | Yes |
Scalping Allowed | Yes | Yes |
Expert Advisors (EAs) | Allowed | Allowed |
Social & Copy Trading | Available via MetaTrader signals | Not explicitly supported |
Algorithmic Trading | Fully supported via MT4 & MT5 | Fully supported via MT4 & MT5 |
Order Types | Market, Limit, Stop, Trailing Stop, OCO (One Cancels the Other) | Market, Limit, Stop, Trailing Stop |
Margin Call Level | 50% | 90% |
Swap-Free Account (Islamic) | Yes, available on request | Yes, available on request |
Asset Classes Offered | 1000+ instruments | 200+ instruments |
STP/ECN Trading | STP model | ECN model |
Deposit Fees | No fees on deposits | No fees on deposits |
Withdrawal Fees | No fees for most withdrawals | No fees for most withdrawals, crypto withdrawal fees may apply |
Affiliate Program | Yes, multi-tier system | Yes, competitive IB program |
Regulatory Protection Level | High (Multi-tier regulation) | Medium (Offshore regulation) |
Trading Sentiment Tools | Yes, available | No explicit sentiment tools |
Mobile Trading | Yes, via MT4 & MT5 apps | Yes, via MT4 & MT5 apps |
Custom Trading Tools | XM Research, Trading Signals, Autochartist | Titan FX Trading Tools Suite |
Spreads on Major Pairs | From 0.6 pips (Standard Account) | From 0.0 pips (Blade Account) |
Corporate/Professional Accounts | Yes, available | Yes, available |
Regulatory Compensation Scheme | Yes, investor compensation fund | No compensation scheme |
Cryptocurrency Trading | Yes, available | Yes, available |
CFD Trading | Yes | Yes |
Metals & Commodities Trading | Yes | Yes |
Customizable Leverage | Yes, adjustable per account type | Yes, adjustable per account type |
Best for Beginners or Advanced Traders? | Beginner-friendly with education & bonuses | Advanced traders due to ECN model & low spreads |
Company Headquarters | Cyprus, Australia, Belize | Vanuatu, Seychelles, Mauritius |
Broker Type | Market Maker (Hybrid STP) | ECN/STP |
Fractional Pip Pricing | Yes (5th decimal pricing) | Yes (5th decimal pricing) |
Tick Size | 0.00001 (Forex pairs) | 0.00001 (Forex pairs) |
Direct Market Access (DMA) | No | Yes (via ECN) |
Smart Order Routing (SOR) | No | Yes |
Liquidity Providers | Tier-1 Banks, Institutional LPs | Top-tier ECN liquidity providers |
Market Depth Transparency | Limited | Yes (Raw ECN market depth) |
Forex Pair Offering | 55+ currency pairs | 70+ currency pairs |
Indices Available | 30+ | 20+ |
Commodity Offerings | Yes (Gold, Silver, Oil, Natural Gas) | Yes (Gold, Silver, Oil, Natural Gas, Soft Commodities) |
Stock CFDs | Yes, 1000+ stocks | Yes, but fewer stocks than XM |
Crypto CFDs | Yes | Yes |
Trade Execution Technology | Ultra-fast, low-latency servers | NY4, TY3, LD5 Data Centers for high-speed execution |
Price Improvement Feature | No | Yes, if price improves before order fills |
Market Gap Protection | No | Yes |
Swap Rates (Overnight Fees) | Competitive, varies by instrument | Competitive, lower on Blade accounts |
Interest on Margin Balance | No | No |
Trailing Stop Execution | Yes | Yes |
Pending Order Validity | Good Till Cancelled (GTC), Day Order, Expiry | GTC, Day Order, Expiry |
One-Click Trading | Yes | Yes |
Partial Order Fills | Yes | Yes |
Guaranteed Stop Loss | No | No |
Stop Limit Orders | Yes | Yes |
Autochartist Integration | Yes (for free) | No |
TradingView Integration | No | No |
cTrader Support | No | No |
Zulutrade Copy Trading | Yes | No |
MAM/PAMM Accounts | Yes | Yes |
Dedicated Account Manager | Yes (for high-volume traders) | Yes (for high-volume traders) |
Web-Based Trading Terminal | Yes | Yes |
Hedging in the Same Account | Yes | Yes |
Real-Time Market Data | Yes | Yes |
Economic Calendar | Yes | Yes |
Market Analysis Reports | Daily | Weekly |
Trading Contests | Yes | No |
Bonus Withdrawal Conditions | Strict | No bonuses offered |
Professional Trading Accounts | Yes, with additional benefits | Yes, with ECN execution benefits |
Auto Trading Platforms | Available through MT4/MT5 | Available through MT4/MT5 |
Time in Force (TIF) Orders | Yes (IOC, GTC, FOK) | Yes (IOC, GTC, FOK) |
Risk Management Tools | Stop Loss, Take Profit, Margin Protection | Stop Loss, Take Profit, Negative Balance Protection |
Multi-Account Trading Platforms (MAM/PAMM) | Yes | Yes |
Prohibited Countries | US, Canada, Japan, North Korea, Iran | US, Canada, Japan, North Korea, Iran |
Multiple Base Currencies for Accounts | Yes | Yes |
Custom Indicators & Scripts | Yes (via MT4/MT5) | Yes (via MT4/MT5) |
Latency Arbitrage Allowed? | No | No |
Regulatory Complaint Handling | Strong | Medium |
Withdrawal Processing Speed | 24 hours | 1-2 business days |
Segregated Bank Accounts for Clients? | Yes | Yes |
Insurance Protection for Funds? | Yes (depending on regulator) | No |
Multi-Device Trading Support | Yes (Desktop, Mobile, Web) | Yes (Desktop, Mobile, Web) |
XM Trading is ideal for beginners with low deposit requirements, bonuses, and educational resources, while Titan FX caters to advanced traders with ECN execution and tighter spreads.